Head of Finance

Who We Are:

Eras of humanity can often be defined by a dominate transportation mode - horse drawn chariots, ocean going boats, or aircraft. These were spurred by a small group of people rigorously focused on building technology to achieve faster access to more of the world.  We seek to usher in a new era of humanity defined by universal access to the whole globe free of borders and the presence of a routine way from space to Earth. To do this, we are building highly maneuverable re-entry vehicles that can loiter in orbit before precision landing back on Earth. 

Position Overview:
We are seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Head of Finance to join our growing team. This critical role will oversee all financial aspects of the company, ensuring sound financial management and contributing to the overall strategic direction. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance, experience in startup environments, and the ability to drive financial planning, analysis, and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute the company's financial strategy in alignment with overall business goals.
• Oversee all accounting and financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Manage financial planning and analysis, providing insightful analysis and recommendations to optimize financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards, as well as timely preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Collaborate closely with other departments to support decision-making through financial insights and analysis.
• Lead and mentor a team of finance professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Evaluate and manage financial risks and opportunities, proposing strategies to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities.
• Manage relationships with external stakeholders, including investors, auditors, and financial institutions.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
• 10+ years of experience
• Proven experience in a senior finance role, preferably within startups or high-growth environments.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting and analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Our office headquarters is located in Torrance, CA. This position requires in office presence full time. 

Desired Qualifications:

• Aerospace industry experience.

The California annual base salary for this role is currently $150,000-$220,000.  Pay Grades are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data.  Individual pay will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: interviews and an assessment of several factors that are unique to each candidate, job-related skills, relevant education and experience, certifications, abilities of the candidate and internal equity.