Sierra Space
space and defense technology
Sr.FP&AManager
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“Sr. FP&A Manager at Sierra Space. Skills: Financial Planning & Analysis, Budget Management, Performance Analysis, Financial Reporting and Strategic Support, Indirect Rate Management, Risk Management. Overseeing financial planning, budgeting, and performance analysis. Serve as the primary financial liaison between teams”
What You'll Achieve.
safeguard our nation; sustain human presence in space; secure the freedom of operations in low Earth orbit and beyond; safeguard national security; protect organizational assets; ensure financial stability; drive operational efficiency; build a high-performing finance team
Industry & Context.
Identify financial risks and develop mitigation strategies; Identify trends, and highlight opportunities for improvement; Identify and implement opportunities to enhance financial processes, systems, and controls to drive operational efficiency
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.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
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
Nice to Have
Experience in management consulting, data analytics, finance, or other quantitative or analytical role in business, program or operations management, business analytical skills with experience in data analysis tools, A background in DoD, government contracting, Experience in a public company environment, Advanced knowledge of indirect rate composition, Proficient with Oracle EPM for financial planning
What You'll Do.
Overseeing financial planning
and performance analysis
Serve as the primary financial liaison between teams
Prepare comprehensive financial reports for executive leadership
Manage indirect rates
Drive process improvements
Provide mentorship to team members
Identify financial risks
Develop mitigation strategies
Support strategic decision-making through data-driven insights
Lead the development of financial plans
Oversee program budget preparation
Monitor budget variances and recommend corrective actions
Conduct variance analysis and provide insights on financial performance
and highlight opportunities for improvement
Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports and projections for executive leadership to support strategic decision-making
Serve as the primary financial liaison between multiple teams and business operations
ensuring financial responsibilities are fulfilled
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
Identify and implement opportunities to enhance financial processes
and controls to drive operational efficiency
Provide guidance and mentorship to team members
fostering professional development and building a high-performing finance team
Identify financial risks and develop mitigation strategies to protect organizational assets and ensure financial stability
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Serve as the primary financial liaison between multiple teams and business operations; Cross-Functional Collaboration
Communication Scope
Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports and projections for executive leadership
Process & Methodology
program budget preparation, execution, cost controls, change management
Full Job Description
# **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 Role** We 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. Mon
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