Finance Manager at Stoke Space

At Stoke we believe that a thriving space economy leads to a vibrant sustainable and equitable future here on Earth. That is why we are building our fully and rapidly reusable vehicle Nova. It is designed to fly daily and solve the core challenges of space transportation it reduces cost increases availability and enhances reliability. By radically lowering the cost and increasing the cadence of launch were able to create a truly scalable space industry.Our team is mission-driven collaborative and empowered with ownership of their work. If you want to work with some of the most dedicated and talented people on Earth come join us.DescriptionWe are seeking a skilled and motivated Finance Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial planning and analysis and provide financial planning leadership across all functions of the company. This role will partner closely with the engineering manufacturing test launch and administrative team leaders to drive financial performance and support strategic decision-making.ResponsibilitiesLead the budgeting process maintain a current cash forecast and ownership of the long-term financial planProvide actionable insights to leadership regarding financial performance including quantifying financial risks and opportunitiesPartner with Program Managers to develop and maintain program budgets regularly monitor cost/schedule variance and evaluate changesCreate high-quality financial presentations for executives investors and the Board of Directors that synthesize program performance operational results and strategic initiativesBuild and maintain financial tools that enhance transparency across programs and operations including creation of custom reports to assist program managers understand their financial performanceProvide decision support for pricing proposals investment cases and make-vs-buy analysesDrive process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy of financial forecasting systemsEvaluate existing financial reporting tools and assist with implementation of new financial systems as the company scalesProactively identify areas for process improvement and implement changes as appropriateQualifications5-10 years of professional finance experience and a bachelors degree in finance accounting business engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experienceStrong knowledge of cost accounting program finance and FP&A processesAdvanced Excel and financial modeling skillsExperience administrating automated reporting and visualization tools including creation of custom dashboardsExcellent communication skills with an ability to convey complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholdersStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with a capacity to identify issues and implement effective solutionsSelf-starter with demonstrated history of ownership and accountabilityStrategic thinker who can convert data into actionable business insightsFP&A experience working in the aerospace & defense or manufacturing industries preferredTeam player with exceptional organizational skills and attention to detailProven ability to multi-task prioritize and work effectively in a fast-paced environmentBenefitsEquity We know that our employees are the reason we succeed. To give everyone a stake in our future we are pleased to offer equity in the form of stock options to all regular full-time employees.Comprehensive benefits program including subsidized medical dental and vision insuranceCompany-paid life and disability insurance401(k) plan with employer match4 weeks Paid Time Off Holidays 10 days (including an end-of-year closure)Paid Family/Parental Leave On-site gym or monthly wellness stipend (depending on location)Dog friendly offices!Compensation$106900 - $178000Our job posts are intentionally written to attract a wide variety of experience levels and we make decisions about the right fit on a per-candidate basis.Your actual level and base salary will be decided based on your specific experience and skill level.ITAR RequirementsTo conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you 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.Equal OpportunityThe Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer including with respect to disability and veteran status. It is committed to compliance with all equal opportunity laws including the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) and Title VII. It does not discriminate on the basis of nationality race citizenship immigration status or any other protected class when it comes to employment practices including hiring.Employment at the Company is contingent upon satisfactory completion of reference and background checks and on your ability to prove your identity and authorization to work in the U.S. for the Company. Employees must comply with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services employment verification requirements and therefore they must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 at the start of employment and re-verify authorization to work periodically.Separate from this I-9 process this position entails access to certain technology and technical data that is restricted under U.S. export control laws and regulations. Employment or continued employment may be conditioned on your legal authorization to work with or have access to export control materials as necessary to perform your job.E-VerifyStoke Space uses E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.Required Experience:Manager Key Skills Cognos,Forecasting,Hyperion,Dealership Experience,QuickBooks,Accounting,Corporate Finance,Financial Analysis,Financial Modeling,Budgeting,Financial Management,Financial Planning Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 106900 - 178000