Finance Systems Analyst, Sierra Space
$76.4-105.1k
Office located in Louisville, CO or Centennial, CO
Commercial space company
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Commercial space company
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
$76.4-105.1k
Office located in Louisville, CO or Centennial, CO
1001+ employees
Company mission
To build a platform in space to benefit life on Earth.
Role
Who you are
- We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower – to join us in this critical mission
- We’re looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement
- Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree)
- Typically 2+ years of related experience
- Experience with management consulting, data analytics, finance, or other quantitative or analytical roles in business, program, or operations management
- Experience in a finance-related position such as Financial Operations, Cost Management, Schedule Management, Accounting, Estimating, Financial Planning, Contracts, or Procurement Financial Analysis
- Experience collecting data from several sources, performing analysis, and communicating data
- Experience with advanced features in Excel (i.e., Pivot Tables, Vlookups, etc.)
- Strong business analytical skills with experience in data analysis tools
Desirable
- Experience with financial systems implementation and maintenance, particularly ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, and Cobra)
- Proficiency in financial planning and analysis software (e.g., Hyperion, Adaptive Insights)
- Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
- Proficiency in SQL and database management for financial data analysis
- Experience with programming languages such as Python or R for data analysis and automation
- Strong project management skills with exposure to Agile methodologies
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail, with a focus on continuous improvement
- Knowledge of DoD, government contracting, and/or public auditing policies, labor rate composition
What the job involves
- The Finance Systems Analyst II oversees the implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of financial systems, including ERP, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), budgeting, and reporting systems
- This position requires a detail-oriented individual with strong analytical skills and experience in financial systems and data analysis
- In this role, you will oversee the implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of financial systems, including ERP, Cobra, FP&A, budgeting, and reporting systems, ensuring they meet organizational needs
- You will analyze and interpret financial data to prepare accurate financial reports and projections, providing insights to support decision-making
- Collaborating with various departments, you will ensure financial systems align with business requirements and develop and maintain financial models and tools to enhance budgeting and forecasting processes
- Providing support and training to end-users of financial systems will be a key responsibility, helping ensure effective utilization across teams
- You will perform data validation and ensure data integrity within financial systems to maintain accuracy and reliability
- Additionally, you will prepare documentation and user guides for financial systems, participate in system testing, and troubleshoot issues to ensure seamless functionality
- Staying updated on industry best practices and emerging technologies in financial systems, you will continuously contribute to process improvement and optimization
Our take
Sierra Space is developing the next generation of power and infrastructure for the evolving space economy. Over the last three decades, the company and its affiliates have produced more than 4,000 space systems, and achieved 500+ space missions, including to Mars.
The company is closely tied to NASA but had adjusted near-term plans for its reusable Dream Chaser spaceplane, which was originally contracted to provide cargo resupply services to the International Space Station. Now, the company (working with NASA) will fly an initial free-flying demonstration mission, targeted for late 2026. The flight is intended to validate core systems such as autonomous operations, thermal protection, and runway landing, while reducing pressure from ISS certification timelines and gathering data to support future missions.
Alongside this, Sierra Space is expanding its footprint in defense and national security. In 2024, the company won its first Space Development Agency contract to build 18 satellites for the Tranche 2 Tracking Layer and has already completed the first 9 structures ahead of schedule. Supported by its Victory Works manufacturing facility and continued involvement in Orbital Reef, Sierra Space is increasingly positioned as a diversified supplier across civil, commercial and defense space markets.
Steph
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
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Company
Funding (last 2 of 4 rounds)
Mar 2026
$550m
SERIES C
Sep 2023
$290m
SERIES B
Total funding: $2.3bn
Company benefits
- Medical Coverage: We offer two comprehensive medical plans, a PPO and an HDHP, designed to prioritize the well-being of our team members
- Dental Coverage: HMO and PPO dental plans are aimed at promoting optimal oral health and reducing costs
- Vision Coverage: Our vision plan offers access to a wide range of in-network and out-of-network providers
- Flexible Spending Accounts: Maximize savings and use pre-tax dollars to pay for medical and dependent care expenses
- Health Savings Account: This tax-advantaged savings account allows team members to set aside pre-tax funds to cover qualified medical expenses
- Life and AD&D Insurance: Comprehensive Basic and Supplemental Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance offers financial protection to your family
- Disability Insurance: Short-term and long-term disability insurance provides wage replacement should you suffer a disability that prevents you from working
- 401K Profit Sharing Plan: Employees may contribute 1% to 100% of base salary up to the annual IRS maximum. Employer match provided with a 5-year vesting schedule
- Employee Assistance Program: Confidential service available 24/7 that provides assessment, counseling, resources and referrals to employees
- Professional Development / Educational Reimbursement Plan: Reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate tuition, books and fees.
Company HQ
Louisville, Colorado
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