Senior Manager, Strategic Finance

About Mach Industries Founded in 2023, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms. At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 350 employees, we operate with startup agility and ambition. Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security. The Role Mach Industries is seeking a Senior Manager, Strategic Finance to drive financial planning, strategic analysis, and business decision-making across the organization. This individual will partner with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to evaluate business performance, develop financial models, assess investment opportunities, and translate complex financial and operational data into actionable insights. The ideal candidate combines strong financial acumen with strategic thinking, analytical rigor, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced, evolving environment. This role will play a key part in long-range planning, financial forecasting, resource allocation, and evaluating strategic initiatives to support the company’s growth and operational objectives. Key Responsibilities Strategic Financial Planning: Lead the development of financial plans, long-range forecasts, and strategic financial models to support company growth, operational objectives, and corporate strategy. Translate business priorities into financial plans, identify key financial drivers, and evaluate the potential impact of strategic decisions on company performance. Financial Modeling & Scenario Analysis: Build and maintain sophisticated financial models to evaluate business performance, investment opportunities, resource allocation, and strategic initiatives. Conduct sensitivity analyses, scenario planning, and financial simulations to assess risks, evaluate trade-offs, and support data-driven decision-making under varying business conditions. Budgeting, Forecasting & Long-Range Planning: Drive key aspects of the annual budgeting process, quarterly forecasting cycles, and multi-year financial planning. Partner with functional leaders to develop operating assumptions, assess resource requirements, challenge financial inputs, and ensure alignment between financial projections and business objectives. Executive Decision Support & Strategic Analysis: Partner with executive leadership to evaluate strategic opportunities, develop business cases, and assess the financial implications of major business decisions. Prepare executive-level presentations, financial analyses, and recommendations that clearly communicate performance trends, key risks, investment priorities, and potential paths forward. Business Performance & Variance Analysis: Monitor financial and operational performance against budgets, forecasts, and strategic objectives. Identify key performance drivers, investigate material variances, evaluate underlying business trends, and recommend corrective actions to improve financial outcomes and operational efficiency. Cross-Functional Business Partnership: Serve as a strategic finance partner to Engineering, Operations, Program Management, Supply Chain, and other functional teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand operational requirements, quantify financial implications, evaluate competing priorities, and align resource allocation with company-wide objectives. Investment & Capital Allocation Analysis: Evaluate capital investments, strategic initiatives, research and development spending, infrastructure requirements, and other significant expenditures. Develop financial business cases, assess expected returns and payback periods, and provide recommendations to help leadership prioritize investments and deploy capital effectively. Cost Structure & Profitability Analysis: Analyze cost drivers, operating expenses, product economics, gross margins, and other profitability metrics to identify opportunities for improved financial performance. Develop analytical frameworks to assess cost trends, understand key business sensitivities, and support decisions related to pricing, resource allocation, and operational efficiency. Operational Planning & Resource Optimization: Partner with functional leaders to assess headcount plans, departmental budgets, program spending, and resource requirements. Evaluate the financial impact of alternative operating plans and help leadership balance growth objectives, execution priorities, and cost discipline. Financial Reporting & Performance Metrics: Develop and enhance financial reporting, management dashboards, and key performance indicators that provide visibility into company performance. Establish consistent reporting methodologies, improve the quality and timeliness of financial insights, and ensure leadership has the information needed to monitor progress against strategic and financial targets. Strategic Initiatives & Business Case Development: Lead financial analysis for cross-functional initiatives, new business opportunities, organizational changes, and other high-impact projects. Define key assumptions, quantify expected costs and benefits, assess financial risks, and establish measurable success criteria to support investment decisions and post-implementation evaluation. Financial Process Improvement & Scalability: Identify opportunities to improve financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and modeling processes. Implement standardized methodologies, improve data integrity, automate recurring analyses where appropriate, and develop scalable tools that increase efficiency, accuracy, and consistency across the finance function. Risk Assessment & Financial Sensitivity: Identify financial risks, assess the impact of changing business assumptions, and evaluate downside scenarios that could affect company performance. Develop sensitivity analyses and risk frameworks to help leadership understand potential exposures, establish contingency plans, and make informed decisions amid uncertainty. Leadership & Stakeholder Influence: Build trusted relationships across the organization and influence business decisions through rigorous analysis, sound financial judgment, and clear communication. Present complex financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders, challenge assumptions constructively, and drive alignment around financial priorities and business outcomes. Ad Hoc Analysis & Special Projects: Lead time-sensitive financial analyses and special projects in support of executive leadership and evolving business needs. Apply structured problem-solving to ambiguous business questions, develop actionable recommendations, and deliver high-quality analysis within tight timelines. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field. 7+ years of progressive experience in strategic finance, corporate finance, FP&A, investment analysis, management consulting, or a related analytical role. Strong financial modeling skills, including financial forecasting, scenario analysis, sensitivity analysis, and business case development. Demonstrated experience analyzing complex financial and operational data and translating findings into clear, actionable recommendations. Strong understanding of financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, and key financial performance metrics. Proven ability to partner cross-functionally and influence stakeholders at multiple levels of an organization. Excellent communication and presentation skills, including the ability to communicate complex financial concepts to non-finance audiences and senior leadership. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience developing executive-level financial reporting and presentations. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with exceptional attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and operate effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Preferred Qualifications MBA or advanced degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related discipline. Experience in a hardware, aerospace, defense, robotics, industrial technology, or other engineering-intensive organization. Experience supporting hardware product development, manufacturing, production scaling, supply chain operations, or capital-intensive programs. Familiarity with defense contracting, government programs, or project-based business models, including program financial performance and contract economics. Experience evaluating capital expenditures, research and development investments, unit economics, product costs, and return on investment. Experience partnering with Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, or Program Management teams to evaluate cost structures, resource requirements, and operational trade-offs. Experience with enterprise financial planning systems, business intelligence tools, and financial reporting platforms. Demonstrated ability to build financial models and planning processes in a high-growth or rapidly scaling organization. Experience supporting executive leadership with strategic planning, fundraising analysis, business performance reviews, or corporate development initiatives. Additional Requirements Available to work extended hours and weekends as needed ITAR Requirements To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here . Pay Range $170,000 — $210,000 USD At Mach, we believe that compensation is more than just a paycheck. It's a comprehensive package designed to reward the time, skills, and expertise you bring to our team. We are committed to offering competitive compensation that is equitable, transparent, and aligned with market trends. Key Elements of Our Compensation Philosophy: Competitive Salaries : We continuously research market rates to ensure our salaries are competitive with those in our industry and geographic location. Performance-Based Incentives : Our bonus structure is tied to both individual and company performance, creating a win-win scenario that motivates our team members to excel. Equity Participation : We offer stock options or equity to employees, ensuring that you share in the success and growth of the company. Benefit Packages : Our benefits include healthcare, dental and vision plans, retirement savings, and paid time off, because we understand that your well-being extends beyond the office. Professional Development : We allocate funds for continuing education, training, and career growth. Transparency : We are committed to openness about our compensation tiers and how decisions are made, ensuring trust and mutual respect. By joining Mach, you’re not just accepting a job—you’re becoming a key part of a team that values your contributions and invests in your growth. Together, we aim to create a rewarding environment that sets the stage for long-term success. Data Privacy To view Mach Industries candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://machindustries.com/privacy-policy . Disclosures This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Please note that any offer for employment may be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations without sponsorship for an export license. Mach participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offers may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and training, critical skills, and business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in most offers and are considered part of Mach’s total compensation package. Mach offers benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development. Mach is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. If you’d like to defend the American way of life, please reach out!