Finance Operations Manager at Vast

Vast

Long Beach, California, United States·2h ago

ManagerFull-timeSpring

Salary Range

$122,400 - $165,600 /year

Estimated

This salary is estimated based on similar roles. The actual salary may vary.

About the Role

Vast is seeking a Finance Operations Manager to support the development of systems for designing and building artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. This strategic role will serve as an extension of the Chief Financial Officer, playing a critical role in fundraising execution, investor engagement, and financial operations coordination.

Key Responsibilities

→Serve as a strategic thought partner to the CFO on company-wide financial priorities and operational execution
→Drive preparation and execution of fundraising processes, including investor tracking and diligence coordination
→Coordinate and track all investor interactions, including outreach, meetings, and follow-ups
→Partner with FP&A, Accounting, Legal, and Business Operations to ensure CFO priorities are executed effectively
→Improve internal processes that streamline information flow to the CFO and executive team
→Manage and optimize the CFO’s calendar and priorities
→Draft communications and prepare briefing materials for internal and external meetings
→Handle sensitive and confidential financial matters with discretion

Requirements

✓5+ years of progressive experience in finance, investment banking, private equity, corporate development, or high-growth startup environments
✓Experience supporting senior executives in a strategic or operational capacity
✓Strong financial acumen and understanding of fundraising processes, capital markets, and financial reporting
✓Exceptional organizational and project management skills
✓Advanced proficiency in Google Workspace and/or Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel and PowerPoint)
✓Excellent written and verbal communication skills