VP Strategic Finance - Rapid Growth SpaceTech Scale-up | Series B

VP Strategic Finance & FP&A | Rapid Growth Space Tech (Series B) | Bay Area The Client Harmonic are proud to have been retained by a rapidly scaling VC-backed Space Tech scale-up at the forefront of next-generation space technology. The business has raised $150m at Series B, backed by some of the top VC funds in the world, and is planning a significant Series C in the coming months as they scale from $400m revenue to over $1 Billion forecasted in 2027. With a brand new state of the art manufacturing facility in the Bay Area they are dramatically reducing the time and cost associated with delivering missions in space and putting satellites into orbit. Customers include a number of major private companies alongside defense and government agencies that not only require hardware in space but also the operational expertise to manage the mission and deliver data. The unique business model delivers significant upfront revenue with a recurring revenue element leading them to achieve profitability in early 2027 The company is led by an exceptionally high-caliber founding and executive team, combining deep Space Tech, Hard Tech and manufacturing expertise with operators who have scaled some of the biggest success stories in the Deep Tech world over the last 20 years The Role The business is entering a critical phase of growth as it builds the financial infrastructure required to support the next stage of scale. Following the recent hire of an exceptional CFO, they are looking to appoint a VP of Strategic Finance and FP&A who will build and lead the company's strategic finance function, partnering closely with executive leadership to drive planning, decision making and capital allocation. This role will own the company's budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning processes while acting as a true commercial finance partner across Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Operations and Business Development. As the company scales towards $1bn+ revenue, the Head of FP&A will establish best-in-class financial planning capabilities, providing the insight, analysis and strategic support required to help leadership make informed decisions in a highly complex manufacturing environment. This is a genuine opportunity to build the FP&A function from the ground up and become one of the most influential finance leaders in the business. Responsibilities Build and own the company's Annual Operating Plan, long-range financial plan and rolling forecast processes, establishing scalable planning disciplines across the organisation. Partner with executive leadership to support strategic decision making through financial modelling, scenario analysis and capital allocation across manufacturing, infrastructure, new programs and commercial investments. Develop robust forecasting models that improve financial visibility, enabling proactive decision making during a period of rapid operational and revenue growth. Deliver insightful analysis on business performance, identifying key drivers of revenue, margins, cash flow and operational efficiency while providing actionable recommendations to senior leadership. Partner closely with Accounting during month-end close to deliver meaningful variance analysis and translate financial results into clear business insights. Build reporting frameworks that provide visibility into program profitability, manufacturing performance, departmental spend and overall company performance. Work alongside Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Program Management teams to improve financial visibility, optimise resource allocation and support delivery of complex customer programs. Develop sophisticated financial models for both commercial and government contracts, supporting pricing strategy, investment decisions and long-term profitability. Produce executive, Board and investor reporting that clearly communicates financial performance, strategic risks, opportunities and future outlook. Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of FP&A systems, planning tools and reporting infrastructure, driving automation and improving the quality, accessibility and accuracy of financial data. Recruit, develop and scale a high-performing FP&A team capable of supporting a rapidly growing global manufacturing business. What We Need Experience leading FP&A or Strategic Finance within a high-growth technology business (AI, SpaceTech, DeepTech, Robotics, Semiconductor, Climate Tech, Defense or Advanced Manufacturing) Strong financial modelling, forecasting and business partnering capabilities Experience supporting executive teams with strategic planning, capital allocation and Board reporting Excellent commercial judgement and ability to influence senior stakeholders Outstanding communication and presentation skills What We'd Love to See (Non-Essential) Investment Banking, Private Equity or Corporate Finance background Experience supporting complex manufacturing operations Exposure to government contracts or defense programs Led ERP, FP&A system or planning tool implementations Built and scaled an FP&A or Strategic Finance function in a VC or PE-backed environment Salary $250,000 to $325,000 + share options Start Date ASAP Location Bay Area preferred but open to remote with travel to Bay Area #J-18808-Ljbffr Harmonic Finance Inc ™ | Certified B Corp