Finance Manager, RMS

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

Anduril is looking for a Finance Manager to join our dynamic team and support the rapidly growing Rocket Motor Systems Business. This role will help drive pricing activities, portfolio product analysis, cost structure analysis, market situational awareness, facility expansion, and resource allocation decisions. The Business will rely on this Finance Manager to develop and sustain strong collaborative relationships with internal and external Anduril stakeholders. We are not looking for someone that will just be a service provider but someone that will have a seat at the table and drive strategic & operational growth within Rocket Motor Systems.

ABOUT THE JOB

In practice, this role will support important decisions with analytical insight and strategic and tactical recommendations to drive the long‑term success of the business. You will communicate your findings to senior leadership and partner with others to operationalize the hypotheses and takeaways. You will be a driver on all major proposal efforts, customer negotiations, contract execution, strategic planning, and operational financial management practices. This role requires a strong interest in solving puzzles with an ability to recognize patterns and collaborate via cross‑functional partnership (Data, Marketing, Product, Growth, and Engineering) to drive effective decision‑making.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Corporate Long Range Financial Planning & Analysis Own the long‑range budgeting, forecasting, and analysis process, workstreams, and reporting for the consolidated company plan Drive cash flow forecasting and management efforts, ensuring liquidity and financial stability Develop complex financial models to assess various financial scenarios and support strategic initiatives Conduct thorough balance sheet analyses and report on key financial indicators Identify and implement process improvements to streamline FP&A activities and enhance reporting accuracy Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to prepare annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long‑term financial plans Lead the development of executive‑level reporting and present financial insights to senior management Drive continuous improvement in financial reporting tools, systems, and procedures Lead the SG&A forecasting and planning review cycle and engage in detailed workstreams partnering with corporate functional leaders Collaborate with department leaders to provide financial insights, support decision‑making, and drive accountability for spend Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports and dashboards to communicate SG&A performance to senior leadership Analyze trends and risks, offering recommendations to optimize cost structures and improve financial efficiency Headcount Planning & Workforce Analytics Create comprehensive headcount and new hiring budgeting plans Lead the headcount forecasting and reporting process, ensuring alignment with financial and operational goals Partner with People function, Talent Acquisition and department leaders to analyze staffing needs, hiring plans, and workforce costs Talent acquisition pipeline and capacity management Support functional leaders to develop workforce plans as part of the annual planning process Develop and maintain models to project salaries, benefits, and personnel‑related expenses, ensuring accuracy in financial planning Define productivity metrics by segment and role within each function Office and site utilization monitoring, tracking and planning Support workforce scenario planning, analyzing the financial impact of different hiring strategies and organizational changes Track actuals vs. forecast for headcount, compensation, and benefits, providing insights on variances and trends

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or relevant professional certification (CPA, CFA) is a plus 5+ years of experience in financial analysis, modeling, and forecasting within a 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

$111,000 — $147,000 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 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 Anduril's 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. Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams Anduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information. No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates. Please always verify communications: Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from an @anduril.com address. Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out to View email address on click.appcast.io. Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach: If you receive any communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not engage. Always confirm the sender's email domain is @anduril.com before providing any personal information or clicking on links. What to Do If You Suspect Fraud: Should you encounter any questionable or fraudulent outreach claiming to be from Anduril, please report it immediately to View email address on click.appcast.io. Your proactive caution is invaluable in protecting your personal information and upholding the security and trustworthiness of our recruitment efforts. Data Privacy To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit #J-18808-Ljbffr Slope