FP&A and Strategic Finance - Director
Blue Origin LLC
Seattle, WA
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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Accounting, Aerospace and Defense, Affirmative Action, Alliance/Partner Management, Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business Administration, Business Case, Business Intelligence, Business Strategy, CDL Driver's License, Cadence, Capital Allocation, Cash Flow Projection, Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Channel Strategies, Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Continuous Improvement, Corporate Planning, Cross-Functional, Disability Accommodations, Economics, Federal Laws and Regulations, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Financial Operations, Financial Planning, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Financial Reporting, Financial Strategy, Forecasting, Genetics, Government Contracts, Hazardous Materials/Substances, Investment Capital, Investment Services, Investor Relations, Leadership, Legal, Loans, Manufacturing, Material Moving, Medical Records, Mergers and Acquisitions, Military, Onboarding, Operations Planning, Performance Metrics, Power BI, Problem Solving Skills, Process Analysis, Process Improvement, Profit & Loss Management, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Regulations, Reporting Dashboards, Revenue Planning, Revenue Recognition, Risk Analysis, Road Tests, State Laws and Regulations, Strategic Analysis, Strategic Planning, Tableau, Time Management, Treasury, Variance Analysis, Workforce Planning
LOCATION
Seattle, WA
POSTED
10 days ago
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We're working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!
This role is part of Blue Origin corporate functions, providing centralized support across Blue Origin business unit teams, functions, and locations.
Blue Origin is seeking a Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) and Strategic Finance to lead the company's core financial planning processes and serve as a strategic thought partner to senior leadership on critical business decisions. This leader will own the day-to-day forecasting cadence, annual operating plan (AOP), long-range planning, and strategic finance activities including M&A diligence support, financial modeling, and business case development.
This is a high-visibility role that sits at the intersection of operational finance and corporate strategy. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, brings world-class financial modeling skills, and has the executive presence to present insights and recommendations to the most senior leaders in the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Planning & Forecasting
Own and continuously improve Blue Origin's enterprise forecasting process, including monthly and quarterly forecast cycles, variance analysis, and rolling outlooks.
Lead the annual operating plan (AOP) process end-to-end-from strategic guidance and target-setting through detailed bottoms-up builds, consolidation, challenge sessions, and final Board-ready deliverables.
Develop and maintain the company's 5-Year Long-Range Plan (LRP), integrating programmatic milestones, capital investment plans, revenue trajectories, workforce plans, and cash flow projections.
Partner closely with program finance, accounting, treasury, and business unit leaders to ensure alignment between operational plans and financial forecasts.
Drive forecast accuracy improvements through process discipline, enhanced analytics, and tighter integration with operational data sources.
Build and maintain executive-level reporting packages, dashboards, and KPIs that provide leadership with clear, timely, and actionable financial insights.
Strategic Finance & Analysis
Serve as the finance lead on M&A diligence efforts, including financial model development, target company analysis, synergy identification, valuation, deal structuring considerations, and integration planning support.
Build and maintain sophisticated financial models to evaluate strategic initiatives, partnerships, joint ventures, new business opportunities, and capital allocation decisions.
Develop compelling, data-driven business cases for investment decisions, new programs, capacity expansion, and other strategic priorities-ensuring rigor in assumptions, scenario analysis, and risk assessment.
Provide ad hoc analytical support to the VP of Finance and executive leadership on emerging strategic questions and board-level requests.
Conduct competitive and market analysis to inform Blue Origin's financial strategy and positioning.
Cross-Functional Partnership
Serve as a trusted financial advisor to program leaders, engineering executives, and operational stakeholders across the enterprise.
Partner with Accounting, Treasury, Investor Relations, and Legal to ensure cohesion across financial processes, reporting, and strategic communications.
Collaborate with key leaders to integrate cost insights into planning processes and strategic analyses.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
12+ years of progressive finance experience, with at least 4 years in a leadership role (Senior Manager level or above) within FP&A, strategic finance, corporate development, or investment banking.
Deep expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and long-range planning in a complex, multi-program or multi-business unit environment.
Demonstrated experience supporting M&A transactions, including financial diligence, valuation, and business case development.
Advanced proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets and financial planning tools
Proven ability to synthesize complex financial and operational data into clear narratives and executive-ready recommendations.
Exceptional communication and executive presence with the ability to influence VP and C-suite stakeholders.
Strong track record of building and leading high-performing teams.
Preferred Qualifications:
MBA or advanced degree in Finance, Economics, or a related discipline.
Prior experience in aerospace, defense, advanced manufacturing, or other capital-intensive industries.
Investment banking or corporate development background with hands-on deal execution experience.
Experience with government contracting financials, milestone-based revenue recognition, or program-based P&L management.
CPA, CFA, or CMA designation.
Familiarity with AI-enabled finance tools, advanced analytics, or business intelligence platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Python).
Experience preparing materials for Board of Directors, investors, or lenders.
Demonstrated ability to stand up new processes and teams in high-growth, rapidly evolving organizations.
Compensation Range for:
WA applicants is $187,923.00 - $263,092.20
Other site ranges may differ
Culture Statement
Don't meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Export Control Regulations
Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S.as a refugee or granted asylum.
Background Check
Required for all positions: Blue's Standard Background Check
Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical
Benefits
Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on "Know Your Rights," please see here.
Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation
Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin's Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us atEEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.
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ITAR Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government commercial space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawfully admitted for permanent residence into the U.S. (i.e. current green card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1157-1158. Learn more about the ITAR here.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information on “EEO Is the Law,” please see here and here.
Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation
Applicants wishing to view a copy of Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.
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