Headquartered in Silicon Valley, California, Archer is a leader in the next-gen aerospace sector building an end-to-end advanced air mobility platform that delivers air taxis, unmanned aircraft systems (“UAS”), aviation-related physical artificial intelligence (“AI”) solutions, and other technologies to customers worldwide across the commercial aerospace and defense sectors.
Our sights are set high and our problems are hard, and we believe that diversity in the workplace is what makes us smarter, drives better insights, and will ultimately lift us all to success. We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences, and supports and celebrates all of our team members.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead planning and budgeting for a critical program in the Engineering organization by collaborating with senior management and business groups to design, track and measure annual operating and financial plan
- Refine data systems and tools to track performance, provide reporting solutions and enhance operational insights
- Collaborate with the business stakeholders to provide analytical rigor and evaluate strategic initiatives
- Create and monitor KPIs to measure performance against key financial objectives
- Create internal & external executive reporting documents including board, financial close and other management presentations
- Partner with other cross functional teams to implement process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency of financial data analytics
- Deploy data visualization dashboards via BI tools such as Sigma and Claude
- Strong knowledge of financial planning and ERP systems such as Adaptive Planning, SAP etc.
What You Need:
- 10+ years of experience in Finance or related field
- Bachelor’s degree in business, finance or accounting; MBA strongly preferred
- Experience supporting R&D, Engineering, or Product Development teams in a manufacturing environment
- Strong knowledge of Finance and accounting processes, data structures and systems in a public company environment
- Experience with FP&A software tools (Adaptive) and ERP systems (SAP)
- Exceptional collaboration and interpersonal skills
- Strong excel modeling analytical skills to influence data based decisions
- Highly organized with an strong attention to detail
- Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Please note that this job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not include an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications.
At Archer we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent that possess the skills and leadership necessary to grow our business. We drive a pay-for-performance culture and reward performance that supports the Company’s business strategy. For this position we are targeting a base pay between $204,400 - $255,500. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Archer is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Archer is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities, and those with sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants who may require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should provide their name and contact information to Archer’s People Team at [email protected]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
Skills Required
- 10+ years of experience in Finance or a related field
- Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or accounting
- Experience supporting R&D, Engineering, or Product Development teams in a manufacturing environment
- Strong knowledge of finance and accounting processes, data structures, and systems in a public company environment
- Experience with FP&A software tools, including Adaptive Planning, and ERP systems, including SAP
- Exceptional collaboration and interpersonal skills
- Strong Excel modeling and analytical skills
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- MBA
Archer Aviation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Archer Aviation and has not been reviewed or approved by Archer Aviation.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, and vision, alongside HSA/FSA options and an Employee Assistance Program, forming a comprehensive base. Wellness activities and company-sponsored outings are additionally referenced.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off includes generous PTO, paid sick days, and paid holidays, with unlimited PTO noted for exempt employees. This breadth provides above-average flexibility for a hardware-focused environment.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Ownership opportunities include company equity, performance bonuses, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a purchase discount. Equity is used to keep packages competitive in high-demand roles, creating meaningful upside potential.
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What We Do
Archer is an aerospace company building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft focused on improving mobility in cities. The company's mission is to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. Archer is designing, manufacturing, and operating a fully electric aircraft that can carry four passengers for 60 miles at speeds of up to 150mph while producing minimal noise. Archer's team is based in the San Francisco Bay Area.
