Financial Systems Analyst

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

FINANCIAL SYSTEMS ANALYST

The Financial Systems Analyst will be instrumental in the development, tracking, forecasting, reporting, and accounting for all SpaceX projects. This is a key financial systems role with executive-level visibility driving spending and contract profitability for all of our product lines, including Space, Connectivity, and AI. The successful candidate will interface with all aspects of the company, including production, engineering, sales, program management, accounting, and executive management. Responsibilities Create reports, tools, and standardized metrics for operational measurement and improvement, using software such as Microsoft Excel and Power BI Work with cross-functional teams to understand current processes and identify systematic gaps, then drive system enhancements to optimize productivity or process improvement Identify and drive projects to automate non-value essential processes within the finance department to remove the need for human intervention in remedial tasks Develop and enhance tools for the to utilize that focus on spending trends, team productivity metrics, and workload balancing across the organization Conduct in-depth analyses through SQL queries and other data analysis methods to dive into problems and identify trends for decision-making Own system maintenance and data integrity, and troubleshoot with other departments as necessary Test software updates and push corrections to system bugs affecting the finance team’s primary internal applications Train users and leaders on system developments or enhancements, and assist in troubleshooting Analyze and interpret financial data for use in management reviews and decision-making Support tax engine software and tax systems used in sales & use tax and value-added tax determination and reporting around the world Design and implement tax system solutions and related processes for tax data management/analytics, including writing SQL queries to obtain complete and accurate data needed for tax filings Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, engineering, mathematics, computer science, information systems, or other technical discipline 1+ years of professional experience in finance, accounting, or business (internship experience applies) 1+ years of experience using SQL and Excel (internship experience applies) Preferred Skills And Experience Experience with PowerBI, Jira, and Confluence Skills in OLAP tools, applied business analytics and statistics, forecasting, and general modeling experience of complex non-linear systems Experience in working in fast paced development environments Ability to analyze data and check for accuracy/errors in datasets based on process and system knowledge Knowledge of finance functions, with experience in cross-functional projects for business process enhancement/automation Ability to frame unstructured and complex analytical problems for a broad audience Additional Requirements Willingness to work long hours and weekends as needed This position is based in Hawthorne, CA, and requires being onsite - remote or hybrid work will not be considered Compensation And Benefits Pay Range: Level 1: $85,000 - $100,000 Level 2: $100,000 - $130,000 Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law. Itar Requirements To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here. SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. 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