Strategic FP&A Partner

Firestorm•San Diego, CA

15h•$112,000 - $148,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Strategic FP&A Partner to help build and scale the financial foundation of a rapidly growing business. This role is focused on establishing structure, driving financial rigor, and creating the planning framework needed to support accelerated growth and operational complexity. You will own core forecasting, budgeting, and modeling processes while partnering closely with Business Development, Operations, and Engineering to connect financial outcomes to real-time business activity. This role sits at the intersection of strategy and execution, ensuring that pipeline, production, and program performance are translated into clear financial visibility and actionable insights. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-moving environments, brings a strong command of financial modeling and planning, and is comfortable building structure where it does not yet exist. You will play a key role in shaping how the company plans, scales, and executes by aligning cross-functional inputs into a cohesive financial narrative that supports decision-making at all levels of the organization. This is a high-impact role with direct exposure to leadership, offering the opportunity to influence both near-term execution and long-term growth strategy.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Mathematics, or a related field
5+ years of progressive & relevant experience in FP&A, strategic finance, or related roles
U.S. Citizenship required due to ITAR regulations, with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance
Strong experience in forecasting, budgeting, and financial modeling
Advanced Excel skills with the ability to build robust, dynamic models
Experience delivering executive-level reporting and insights
Strong understanding of business performance drivers, including revenue, margins, and cost structures
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex data into clear business insights

Nice To Haves

Experience in U.S. defense, aerospace, or government contracting environments
Understanding of contract structures (cost-plus, fixed-price, T&M) and their impact on forecasting and profitability
Familiarity with FAR and financial implications of compliance in planning and reporting
Experience supporting program finance, backlog, and pipeline forecasting
Exposure to manufacturing or cost-focused environments, including materials and supply chain cost drivers
Knowledge of ASC 606 revenue recognition, including application to defense and/or SaaS models
Experience with financial systems, automation tools, or FP&A platforms (Anaplan or similar)
Exposure to software business models (SaaS, licensing, usage-based revenue) is a plus
Curiosity and openness to leveraging automation, AI, and data-driven tools to improve financial workflows

Responsibilities

Forecast company orders, revenue, margins, and cash flow, incorporating government contract structures, funding profiles, and award timing
Build and maintain integrated three-statement financial models (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) to support forecasting and long-range planning
Own and manage company-wide and departmental P&L budgeting, including headcount planning, operating expenses, and cost allocations
Develop and maintain 3–5 year financial forecasts, aligning business strategy with long-term financial planning and capital needs
Build and maintain forecasts tied to key cost drivers, including materials, labor, and external inputs such as tariffs and supply chain impacts
Track and analyze cost fluctuations and margin drivers, providing visibility into risks and opportunities
Support budgeting and forecasting cycles, ensuring accurate and timely financial projections across the business
Prepare and deliver executive-level reporting, clearly communicating financial performance, program health, and strategic implications
Support development of board-level materials, including long-range plans, operating plans, and program-level performance insights
Monitor and track business unit performance, highlighting variances and driving actionable recommendations
Partner cross-functionally with program finance, program managers, business development, engineering, and operations to provide forward-looking insights
Support pipeline forecasting and conversion analysis, bridging Business Development inputs into Finance planning
Develop and enhance financial models to support scenario analysis, investment decisions, and program profitability
Generate reports and continuously improve financial processes, systems, and data workflows
Leverage FP&A tools (e.g., UNANET, PowerBI or similar) to enhance forecasting, reporting, and automation
Present financial insights to senior leadership in a clear, concise, and actionable manner
Support ad hoc analysis and strategic finance initiatives as the business evolves

Benefits

We offer comprehensive medical, dental, and visions plans
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan to invest in your long-term retirement goals
Equity grants for new hires
Unlimited PTO
Extremely generous company holiday calendar, including a holiday hiatus in November, & December.
Generous Parental Leave
Lifestyle Spending Account
FSA
DCFSA
HSA
Hospital Indemnity insurance
Critical Illness insurance
Accident insurance
Basic Life/AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance, 100% covered by Firestorm. Plus, the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your family.
Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, are available to you as well.