Financial Analyst I, AD&S

Costa Mesa, CA (OC-41)full timeOn Site

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$80k

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Anduril Industries Financial Analyst I at Anduril Industries supports the Advanced Effects Business Line by managing cost forecasting and financial reporting for hardware programs transitioning from development to production. Focuses on cost modeling, variance analysis, and cross-functional financial communication.

Responsibilities

Own program-level cost forecasting and EAC/ETC development for hardware programs transitioning from development to production
Build and maintain bottoms-up cost models that capture material, labor, overhead, and subcontract elements across the hardware build cycle
Track actuals against baselines, identify variances, and drive root-cause analysis with program and supply chain teams
Deliver monthly program financial reporting and present performance narratives to program management and business line leadership
Partner with Supply Chain and Accounting to reconcile procurement activity, inventory movements, and cost postings
Support the development and improvement of forecasting workflows in FP&A and ERP tools (Oracle, Anaplan, Foundry)
Assist in pricing activities and proposal cost volume development
Contribute to long-range planning and production rate ramp financial modeling
Drive continuous improvement in reporting accuracy, data integrity, and process efficiency

Qualification

1-3 years of experience in FP&ABachelor's degree or higher in FinanceStrong understanding of how materialPer Anduril's expansion plans$88

Required

1-3 years of experience in FP&A, program finance, or cost analysis — preferably in an environment that manufactures or integrates hardware
Bachelor's degree or higher in Finance, Accounting, or related field
Experience building or managing cost models for physical products (BOM-based costing, production cost build-ups, or similar)
Strong understanding of how material, labor, and indirect costs flow through a manufacturing or defense program lifecycle
Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and carry projects forward with minimal direction
Excellent communication skills — comfortable presenting financial narratives and variance explanations to non-finance stakeholders
Proficiency with financial systems and data tools; experience with ERP platforms (Oracle preferred) is a plus
Must be authorized to work in the United States

Preferred

DoD industry experience or familiarity with government contract cost accounting (FAR/CAS)
Security clearance (or ability to obtain one)
Experience navigating ERP transitions or standing up new forecasting tools
Exposure to supply chain or procurement finance
Per Anduril's expansion plans, we anticipate this job will be based out of Long Beach, CA beginning late 2027.
$88,000—$117,000 USD
The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including: