Associate Director, Finance Strategy and Planning
Costa Mesa, CA - USA
Job Summary
ABOUT THE JOB
We are seeking a seasoned Associate Director to join our Corporate Finance team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in strategic storytelling using financial analysis and modeling to drive insights and influence business decisions. This individual will be instrumental in driving the financial planning and analysis capability across Andurils core businesses synthesizing large amounts of data to guide executive decision-making and optimize financial performance.
WHAT YOULL DO
- Set the Cadence: Create the financial operating calendar rhythm (monthly quarterly annually) internal team templates and deliverables executive presentation preparation/dry-runs and engage buy-in and alignment from cross functional partners ahead of executive communications
- Craft the Narrative: Translate complex financial data into compelling strategic narratives for the C-Suite and CFO explaining the why behind our performance highlighting key trends and framing insights to drive critical decision-making.
- Be a Strategic Partner: Partner closely with finance leaders in each Division to understand key operational drivers analyze performance against plan and provide insightful commentary that adds critical context to consolidated results.
- Build for Scale: Continuously improve and scale our financial consolidation reporting and forecasting infrastructure developing robust processes and models that can keep pace with Andurils dynamic growth.
- Own the Forecast: Run consolidated budgeting forecasting and long-range planning. Synthesize business inputs into one financial outlook and surface risks opportunities and tradeoffs for leadership.
- Drive Capital Strategy: Partner on capital allocation and corporate finance planning. Evaluate investments assess returns on strategic initiatives and help leadership balance growth efficiency and discipline.
- Run the Corporate Finance Engine: Lead planning cash flow and performance management so leadership has a forward-looking view of the business and the financial implications of every strategic decision.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 10 years of relevant experience in Investor Relations Investment Banking Corporate Finance/FP&A Consulting or Strategy.
- Strong financial acumen and proficiency in Excel/financial modeling.
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills strong executive presence and the ability to work seamlessly cross-functionally.
- Intellectually curious - you seek to understand the why behind the numbers and dive into the operations as needed.
- Creative problem-solver - able to identify obstacles present viable solutions and create systems to improve future processes.
- Strategic storytelling with message discipline; crafting clear executive ready narratives leveraging multiple datasets.
- Action oriented with end-to-end process ownership and high-quality work despite tight deadlines.
- Preferred to have DoD and/or Tech industry experience.
- Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Statistics Economics Engineering Business or related field.
- Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
US Salary Range
$193000 - $220000 USD
The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience education and/or training critical skills and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Andurils total compensation package. Additionally Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees including:
Healthcare Benefits
- US Roles:Comprehensive medical dental and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
- UK & AUS Roles:We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
- IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
Additional Benefits
- Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
- Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members bond with a new baby or address your own medical needs.
- Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g. IVF preservation) adoption and gestational carriers along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
- Mental Health Resources:Access free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services such as legal and financial support are also available.
- Professional Development:Annual reimbursement for professional development
- Commuter Benefits:Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
- Relocation Assistance:Available depending on role eligibility.
Retirement Savings Plan
- US Roles:Traditional 401(k) Roth and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
- UK & IE Roles:Pension plan with employer match.
- AUS Roles:Superannuation plan.
The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.
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Required Experience:
Director