Financial Analyst II

About The Role

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access to space. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations.

Finance Team: Rocket Lab’s Finance team is responsible for all financial transactions for the company, operating as a well-oiled machine to maximize the value of our work. Our Finance team are made up of planners, analysts and accountants, and manage our policies, compliance, and reporting. They’re the ones who keep our financial operations in check, always thinking ahead and taking care to meet all of our financial, business, and government obligations. They’re attentive, diligent, and meticulous, and are mission-critical to Rocket Lab.

FINANCIAL ANALYST II

Based onsite at Rocket Lab's global headquarters in Long Beach, CA, the Financial Analyst will be responsible for the financial reporting of the enterprise, strategic projects, revenue and margin analysis, and other ad-hoc financial reporting. This position requires the ability to critically think, analyze large data sets and effectively communicate issues and opportunities in the business. A self-starter that excels in data analytics and problem solving will thrive in this role. The financial analyst will report to the FP&A manager and work closely with CFO, Corporate Controller, and a wide range of team members throughout the organization.

• Support budgeting and strategic planning activities.
• Identify and assist in developing global processes that are scalable, streamlined and effective in meeting the evolving needs of a dynamic business.
• Provide timely and accurate financial information and recommendations to decision makers to make prudent business decisions.
• Capture, analyze and manage data and create meaningful reports to drive business improvement and cost reductions.
• Support development and maintenance of weekly and monthly financial reporting, planning, and KPI’s.
• Evaluate current project spend and support ad-hoc reporting on spend rates.
• Support sales and marketing on customer proposals, pricing and opportunity forecasting.
• Reporting and analysis of monthly spend variances at cost center level liaising with cost center owners.
• Other duties or special projects as requested.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience and a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or similar, or equivalent years of work experience (6+ years working).
• Familiarity with financial analysis in a corporate environment.

• Experience in a manufacturing environment within the aerospace and defense industry would be nice to have.

What To Expect

We’re on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that’s not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think, out-work, and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each other’s backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.