Lead Financial Analyst, Corporate Finance

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years. ABOUT THE TEAM We are seeking a seasoned Senior Financial Analyst with 3-7 years of experience to join our Corporate FP&A team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in business partnering, cash flow management, financial modeling, balance sheet analysis, and process improvement. This individual will be instrumental in driving the financial planning and analysis function, guiding strategic decision-making, and optimizing financial performance. WHAT YOU’LL DO Financial Planning & Analysis Own reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and business partnering for multiple SG&A departments Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Corporate Operations and Accounting, to prepare annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-term financial plans Analyze current and past financial data and performance, preparing reports, scenarios and projections based on this analysis Evaluate financial performance by comparing and analyzing actual results with plans and forecasts Cash Flow & Balance Sheet Management Support cash flow forecasting and management efforts, ensuring liquidity and financial stability Conduct thorough balance sheet analyses and report on key financial indicators Financial Modeling & Analysis Build comprehensive financial models to support strategic initiatives and decision-making Conduct sensitivity analysis of impacts driven by various risks and opportunities Develop analytics and automations to drive insights into business trends and performance Performance Monitoring & Reporting Monitor and report on financial performance, highlighting trends and analyzing causes of unexpected variances Understand the underlying reasons, drivers, second-order impacts, and interconnected effects of financial trends Serve as subject matter expert on drivers, project codes, variance analysis, commentary, and GL hygiene Lead the development of executive-level reporting and present financial insights to senior management Develop insightful presentations that clearly communicate complex financial data through easy-to-digest visuals and commentary Process Improvement Identify and implement process improvements to streamline FP&A activities and enhance reporting accuracy Drive continuous improvement in financial reporting tools, systems, and procedures REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA/MS or relevant professional certification (CPA, CFA, FMVA, CMA) is a plus 3-7 years of experience in financial analysis, modeling, and forecasting within a finance, corporate FP&A, investment banking, or consulting environment Strong expertise in cash flow management and working capital optimization Advanced proficiency in Excel, financial modeling, and data analysis tools Demonstrated ability to lead process improvement initiatives in a finance function Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information in an understandable manner Proven track record of managing multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment Experience with financial reporting tools and ERP systems (i.e., Anaplan, NetSuite, Oracle, Foundry) Must be authorized to work in the United States US Salary Range $129,000 — $150,000 USD The salary range for