The Role

You will be responsible for building and supporting the Finance function as we launch into the next phase of our hyper-growth. This role will partner directly with the co-founders and leadership team to support the day-to-day finance operations, and ensure successful operational decisions and strategic growth. Championing an analytical and data-driven mindset, you will implement robust financial infrastructure and strategies to support our high-velocity company.

Responsibilities

• Build and own the financial strategy for planning and budgeting, capital requirements, business insights, risk, reporting, and controls

• Develop and implement effective strategies to improve financial performance across all areas of the company

• Deliver monthly/quarterly/annual financial reporting (including annual audits)

• Create and deliver detailed operating budgets, modeling, and forecasts

• Oversee financial compliance with all accounting / tax / regulatory requirements

• Manage relationships and communication of key financial aspects with investors, internal stakeholders, and external stakeholders including commercial partners and vendors

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field

• 6+ years of finance experience, preferably in a fast-paced startup environment

• Strong experience in organizations with high-level regulations and compliance

• Excellent knowledge of Excel with ability to create efficient, clean, complex financial models

• Strong quantitative and analytical capabilities, and extensive experience with financial planning, forecasting, modeling, and data analysis

• Deep understanding of US GAAP (CPA, CFA and/or MBA is preferred, but not mandatory)

Nice to Have

• Space industry or aerospace experience

• Proven track record of managing, mentoring, and growing a Finance team

Compensation and Benefits:

• Base salary range for this role is $170,000 - $200,000+ and equity in the company

• Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level

• Comprehensive benefits package including unlimited paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, paid parental leave, and many other perks

If you don’t meet 100% of the preferred skills and experience, we encourage you to still apply! Building a spacecraft unlike any other requires a team unlike any other and non-traditional career twists and turns are encouraged! If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know.

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Equal Opportunity

K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.