Finance Manager

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Costa Mesa, CA
In-Office
129K-171K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Hardware • Robotics • Security • Software • Defense
Transforming US & allied military capabilities with advanced technology.
The Role
Lead FP&A for Hardware Engineering: own budgeting, forecasting, reporting, models, and dashboards; partner with senior leaders and program teams to guide investments, track profitability, and build a high-performing finance team while scaling processes.
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Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

ABOUT THE JOB

As a Financial Manager for Anduril’s Hardware Engineering organization, you will be a critical strategic partner to the business and a key driver of financial performance and accountability. This role extends beyond traditional FP&A into leadership-level influence, owning the financial health and growth trajectory of both the Hardware Engineering team and the programs it supports. You will not only drive budgeting, forecasting, and reporting but also collaborate with program leads, business unit VPs, and executive leaders to deliver insights, optimize resource allocation, and ensure financial alignment with Anduril’s long-term mission. Additionally, you will play a leadership role in building and developing the financial team and scaling processes to meet the needs of a growing and complex organization.

WHAT YOU’LL DO 
  • Lead financial planning and forecasting processes for the Hardware Engineering function, focusing on long-term planning, tight budgetary control, and insightful performance analysis.
  • Serve as a senior-level finance business partner for VP and senior leadership audiences, providing guidance on strategic opportunities, risks, and trade-offs.
  • Manage and enhance comprehensive financial models, tying operational strategy, investment decisions, and program execution to company-level outcomes.
  • Own all financial reports and presentations for executive leadership, distilling complex data into clear, actionable narratives.
  • Oversee the design and implementation of best-in-class financial dashboards and tools to enable transparency and real-time decision-making at all levels of the organization.
  • Drive cross-functional alignment during the annual planning process, working closely with cross-functional stakeholders
  • Partner with program management to understand multi-product roadmaps, prioritize investments, and track program profitability and performance.
  • Lead the evaluation and justification of new investments, including ROI analysis, trade studies, and decision frameworks.
  • Build and mentor a high-performing team of analysts, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation.
  • Spearhead continuous improvement initiatives across systems, processes, and tools to support Anduril’s growth.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • 7+ years of experience in financial leadership roles, ideally within FP&A, investment banking, buy-side investing, consulting, or tech-focused industries.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, or related discipline; advanced degrees or certifications (MBA, CPA, CFA) a strong plus.
  • Proven expertise in scaling financial organizations in a high-growth environment.
  • DoD/military industry experience combined with familiarity in areas like hardware engineering or advanced manufacturing.
  • Exceptional problem-solving and analytical capabilities, with a track record of influencing high-stakes strategic and operational decisions.
  • Deep technical skills in financial systems (Oracle, Anaplan, Foundry) and excellence in leveraging data for meaningful decisions.
  • Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building skills, with a passion for mentoring and upskilling team members.
  • Ability to operate at multiple altitudes, from high-level strategic thinking to in-the-details execution.
  • Executive presence with a collaborative, concise, and action-oriented communication style.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Master’s degree or professional certifications providing added expertise in finance or related disciplines.
  • Experience with defense contracting and cost-plus/fixed-price program financial management frameworks.
  • Track record of driving operational efficiencies, cost optimizations, and scalable processes.
US Salary Range
$129,000$171,000 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 offer 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 included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including: 

Healthcare Benefits 

  • US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. 
  • UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents. 
  • IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents. 

Additional Benefits 

  • Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees. 
  • Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs. 
  • Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting. 
  • Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available. 
  • Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development 
  • Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region. 
  • Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility. 

Retirement Savings Plan 

  • US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options. 
  • UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match. 
  • AUS Roles: Superannuation plan. 

The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process. 

To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/. 

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HQ: Costa Mesa, CA
6,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2017

What We Do

Anduril is a defense products company. Unlike most defense companies, we don’t wait for our customers to tell us what they need. We identify problems, privately fund our R&D and sell finished products off the shelf. Ideas are turned into deployed capabilities in months, not years.

Why Work With Us

Thinkers and doers working interdependently. We bring the brightest minds and best-in-class talent together with veterans who have lived the problems of our warfighters.

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