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Geost, a Rocket Lab Company · 2 months ago

Principal Financial Planning Analyst

Fairfax, VA, US

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff

9+ years exp

Trident is a company that specializes in developing high-performance space-based electronic systems for various customers, including the DoD and Intelligence Community. The Principal FP&A Analyst will serve as a strategic partner to executive leadership, focusing on financial insight, forecasting accuracy, and data-driven decision-making to influence company growth and valuation outcomes.

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Responsibilities

Lead the development and maintenance of the company’s financial forecast, annual operating plan, and long-range strategic model

Partner with executive leadership and functional owners to translate business drivers into actionable financial insights and performance metrics

Analyze revenue, margin, and cost trends to identify opportunities for growth, efficiency, and improved profitability

Drive monthly and quarterly management reporting, including variance analysis, key performance indicators, and executive-ready presentations

Support valuation modeling, scenario planning, and sensitivity analysis for board materials and investor discussions

Collaborate cross-functionally to improve forecast accuracy and streamline data flows across ERP, project, and BI systems

Build and enhance financial models that support decision-making around pricing, capital allocation, and resource planning

Support due diligence, integration, and strategic initiatives related to the company’s private equity investment and future exit strategy

Develop and refine dashboards and automated reporting tools to improve visibility and speed of information delivery

Continuously evaluate and improve FP&A processes, tools, and methodologies to support a more agile, data-driven finance function

Qualification

Financial modelingFP&A experienceData analysisExcelPower BIERP systemsGovernment contractingBusiness acumenExecutive presenceAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field

9+ years of progressive (OR 7+ with a Master's degree) experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or related analytical roles

Government contracting experience

Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills, with demonstrated ability to translate data into actionable insights

Experience with forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis in a multi-project or multi-business environment

Experience working cross-functionally and communicating effectively with executive leadership

Experience with Excel, Power BI (or similar), and ERP systems (e.g., Business Central)

Proven success improving FP&A processes, data automation, or dashboarding initiatives

Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and intellectual curiosity in a fast-paced, dynamic setting

Preferred

MBA, CMA and/or CPA

Experience in a private equity–backed environment

Experience in Manufacturing based business

Familiarity with revenue recognition, indirect rate structures, and cost allocations

Experience supporting valuation modeling, M&A, or investor reporting

Strong business acumen and executive presence, with the ability to challenge assumptions and influence decisions

Benefits

Health benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Basic life with AD&D

Short term disability

Long term disability

Ancillary (Voluntary life with AD&D, accident, critical illness, hospital, and pet)

Spending accounts (HSA, FSA, and DCFSA)

Paid time off

Holidays

401(k) (including automatic company contribution)

Tuition reimbursement

Leaves (Parental, pregnancy, and military)

Potential annual bonus

Company

Geost, a Rocket Lab Company

Geost provides affordably elegant solutions to those customers in space protection, missile warning, and ISR requiring small to medium payloads and ground mission processing.

Founded in 2004

Tucson, Arizona, USA

51-200 employees