Staff Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst

Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

At
Cesium Astro
, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, Cesium Astro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.

We are looking to add a
Staff Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst to our team. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and are passionate about making an impact in a growing company, we would like to hear from you.

In this position, you will partner with Finance leadership and business leaders to support strategic financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and business performance initiatives. This role evaluates complex financial and operational information, develops actionable recommendations, and supports financial decision-making that aligns with organizational objectives and long-term business strategies.

The Staff Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst applies advanced financial planning and analysis expertise to improve forecasting accuracy, enhance financial reporting, and support cross-functional initiatives. This role serves as an experienced financial resource by evaluating business performance, recommending operational improvements, and contributing to enterprise financial planning activities.

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning activities for assigned business organizations.
• Develop complex financial models, scenario analyses, and business forecasts that support strategic decision-making.
• Analyze financial performance and identify key business drivers, risks, and opportunities.
• Provide financial recommendations that support operational planning and long-term business objectives.
• Oversee preparation of financial reports, executive dashboards, and business performance analyses.
• Evaluate financial and operational trends to identify opportunities for improved business performance.
• Develop presentations and financial analyses for executive and business leadership reviews.
• Support investment analyses, capital planning activities, and financial evaluations for strategic initiatives.
• Partner with Finance leadership and business stakeholders to develop financial strategies and planning assumptions.
• Support cross-functional initiatives by evaluating financial impacts and recommending practical solutions.
• Provide financial guidance that supports operational decision-making, organizational initiatives, and business performance.
• Build collaborative relationships across Finance and business functions to support organizational objectives.
• Lead initiatives that improve financial planning processes, forecasting methodologies, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.
• Evaluate financial processes and recommend enhancements that improve scalability, consistency, and analytical capabilities.
• Support implementation of financial planning tools, reporting enhancements, and operational improvements.
• Develop and maintain financial planning documentation, reporting standards, and analytical models.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or…