Strategic Finance

Neros Technologies; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Neros Technologies in Torrance, California, is seeking a talented individual to own core functions within Strategic Finance. The role entails budgeting, forecasting, and strategic collaboration with senior leadership.

Candidates should have 2-5 years in investment banking or similar environments. A strong problem-solving ability and passion for defense and hardware are key. The salary range is $125,000 - $165,000 with competitive equity grants included.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, etc.
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Interest in defense and hardware.

Responsibilities

• Own Neros’ operating model, including budgeting and forecasts.
• Collaborate with leadership on strategic opportunities.
• Spearhead cross-functional initiatives.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Corporate finance skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Interest in defense

Education

MBA or CFA (Nice to Have)

Tools

AI tools and light scripting (Nice to Have)

Job description

Who We Are

Neros is a defense technology company rebuilding America’s drone industrial base. We design and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are tested in combat, iterated at startup speed, and built at massive scale. Our team culture is fast, hands‑on, and obsessed with closing the gap between design and deployment. As drones transform the character of warfare, Neros is delivering the systems the West needs to compete on the modern battlefield and deter the adversaries of democracy. We’re hiring engineers, operators, and builders who want to move fast, take on extreme ownership, and get capability into the hands of warfighters in months, not years.

What You Will Be Doing

You will own core workstreams and broadly support the Strategic Finance function (FP&A, Business Operations, Strategy, Corp Dev, etc.), partnering directly with the leader of Strategic Finance across the company's most important financial decisions.

• You’ll be responsible for owning Neros’ operating model including budgeting, forecasts, and corresponding analyses. You will be responsible for working across all facets of financial and operational problem‑solving at Neros, including forecasting, budgeting, planning, business partnership, and analytics
• You will collaborate with senior leadership to assess and execute on key strategic opportunities and decision‑making, including partnerships, M&A, and fundraising
• You will spearhead cross‑functional initiatives and align stakeholders to solve unstructured problems
• This is a unique opportunity to help build the strategic finance function from the ground up at a generational company
• If you’re someone who’s excited about building and having tangible impact, not just crunching through models and slide decks, then this role is for you

You Should Have the Following

• 2-5 years of progressive experience in investment banking, private equity, venture capital, management consulting, venture‑backed startups, or similar high‑performance environments
• Exceptional problem‑solving, analytical, and corporate finance skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• A strong sense of mission and a desire to have impact at scale
• Ability to rapidly iterate, adapt, and ingest new information
• Genuine interest in defense, hardware, and manufacturing

Nice to Have

• Experience working with or at high‑growth, venture‑backed startups
• MBA and/or CFA
• Working fluency with AI tooling and light scripting
• Experience with defense or hardware companies
• Robust understanding of statistical analysis techniques

US Salary Range

$125,000 - $165,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are considered part of Neros' total compensation package.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.