Sr. FP&A Manager

Sierra Space Careers:

At Sierra Space, we build the missions and systems that keep our world secure in the domain above Earth.  

Sierra Space team members share a spirit of innovation and collaboration and a belief that we can deliver on the boldest missions in space today. Together with our customers, we aim to safeguard our nation, sustain human presence in space, and secure the freedom of operations in low Earth orbit and beyond.  

Our success is measured by the trust of those who rely on what we build and deliver, and our technologies keep the United States and its allies mission-ready throughout space.

We are mission-driven, and together, we are an extraordinary team.

About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Sr Manager, FP&A, responsible for overseeing financial planning, budgeting, and performance analysis. In this role, you will serve as the primary financial liaison between teams, prepare comprehensive financial reports for executive leadership, manage indirect rates, and drive process improvements while providing mentorship to team members. The ideal candidate will excel at identifying financial risks, developing mitigation strategies, and supporting strategic decision-making through data-driven insights.About You

Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower – to join us in this critical mission.  

We’re looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Planning & Analysis: Lead the development of financial plans, forecasts, and budgets

• Budget Management: Oversee program budget preparation, execution, and cost controls. Monitor budget variances and recommend corrective actions

• Performance Analysis: Conduct variance analysis and provide insights on financial performance. Identify trends, and highlight opportunities for improvement

• Financial Reporting and Strategic Support: Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports and projections for executive leadership to support strategic decision-making

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as the primary financial liaison between multiple teams and business operations, ensuring financial responsibilities are fulfilled

• Indirect Rate Management:  Play a significant role analyzing actuals and forecast that formulate indirect rates, as well owning key deliverables supporting Forward Pricing Rate Proposals and Company Strategic Plans

• Process Improvement: Identify and implement opportunities to enhance financial processes, systems, and controls to drive operational efficiency

• Leadership & Mentoring: Provide guidance and mentorship to team members, fostering professional development and building a high-performing finance team

• Risk Management: Identify financial risks and develop mitigation strategies to protect organizational assets and ensure financial stability

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting

• 7+ years of progressive experience in FP&A

• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data and prepare financial reports and/or projections

• Demonstrated experience of analyzing financials statements

• Proven leadership abilities inclusive of successful change management, mentoring, career development, training, succession planning, holding people accountable, and conducting yearly reviews

• Proficient with Excel; PowerPoint a plus

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in management consulting, data analytics, finance, or other quantitative or analytical role in business, program or operations management

• Strong business analytical skills with experience in data analysis tools

• A strong background in DoD, government contracting 

• Experience in a public company environment

• Advanced knowledge of indirect rate composition

• Proficient with Oracle EPM for financial planning

Compensation:

Pay Range:

$158,696.00 - $218,228.00

Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

Elevate Your Career

At Sierra Space, we are committed to your personal and professional development. We empower you to make profound and meaningful contributions and foster a vibrant culture of collaboration, where teamwork ignites breakthrough innovations. 

 
We also offer a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, and more.

Sierra Space is an industry-leading space and defense technology company providing satellites, spacecraft, and enabling mission systems and components. We deliver mission-proven technologies to our customers that safeguard our nation, protect space-based assets and enable space exploration.

Application Deadline: This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Please note: Sierra Space does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to Sierra Space team members not through our approved vendor list or Talent Acquisition will be considered property of Sierra Space, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.

Sierra Space Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need special assistance or a reasonable accommodation related to applying for employment with Sierra Space or at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.