Finance Analyst III

Innoflight LLC • San Diego, CA

2d • $110,000 - $135,000 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Finance Analyst III, you'll support Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) activities, including forecasting, reporting, and financial performance analysis. You’ll work across multiple programs and departments, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver accurate financial insights that drive business decisions. From analyzing variances to supporting program financials, you’ll play a key role in improving forecast accuracy and enhancing financial visibility across the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline.
• 5 or more years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or program finance.
• Proven expertise in at least two or more of the following:
• Financial forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis.
• Program finance support, including EACs and profitability analysis.
• ERP/MRP systems and financial data management.
• Data visualization and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI or similar).
• Cross-functional financial planning within manufacturing, aerospace, or defense environments.
• Financial Modeling & Analysis: Strong ability to analyze financial data, identify trends, and translate insights into meaningful recommendations.
• Communication & Storytelling: Effectively presenting financial information to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Data Management & Tools: Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs) and experience working with ERP/MRP systems and reporting tools.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Building strong partnerships across departments to gather inputs and support business objectives.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with FAR/DFARS, DCAA compliance, and ASC 606 revenue recognition standards is a plus.
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) concepts and tools (e.g., Cobra, MS Project) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support Financial Forecasting & Analysis: Develop and maintain financial models, support monthly and quarterly forecasts, and analyze actuals vs. forecast to identify key business drivers.
• Perform Variance & Trend Analysis: Monitor financial performance, investigate variances, and provide clear, data-driven commentary with actionable recommendations.
• Partner with Program Management: Support program financials, including tracking performance, assisting with Estimates at Completion (EACs), monitoring cost/schedule performance, and evaluating profitability.
• Own Reporting Deliverables: Prepare recurring financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for leadership, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and timeliness.
• Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work with Accounting, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Business Development to ensure alignment between financial forecasts and operational plans.
• Support Month-End Close Activities: Assist Accounting during close cycles by providing analysis, accrual support, and explanations for financial results.
• Track Cash Flow & Commitments: Monitor project commitments, invoicing schedules, and cash receipts/disbursements to support short- and long-term cash flow forecasting.
• Analyze Cost Drivers: Evaluate labor, material, and overhead costs to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for cost optimization.
• Integrate Business Pipeline: Partner with Business Development to incorporate new awards, backlog, and pipeline updates into rolling forecasts.
• Enhance Reporting & Processes: Identify opportunities to streamline FP&A processes, improve data accuracy, and enhance reporting tools and dashboards.
• Support Audit & Compliance Efforts: Assist in preparing financial data and documentation for internal and external audits as needed.
• Drive Continuous Improvement: Contribute to initiatives that improve forecasting accuracy, financial visibility, and overall FP&A effectiveness.

Benefits

• 401(k) with 3% company match (automatic enrollment)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, HSA & life insurance
• 10 paid holidays + 120 hours PTO (starting in year one)
• Access to ancillary benefits such as critical illness, accident, disability, legal and pet insurance.
• Flexible Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off—whether you use it to recharge, work on a passion project, or spend time with family, the choice is yours.
• Continuous Learning & Development: We’re serious about professional development. From tuition reimbursement to internal "Ask Me Anything" sessions and weekly “Lunch & Learn" sessions, we make learning a core part of the job.
• Mission-Driven Culture: We aren’t just building tech—we’re enabling the next era of space exploration. Our Culture Ambassadors help lead initiatives around inclusion, positivity, recognition, and transparency. Here, your voice is heard, your work is respected, and your individuality is celebrated.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees