Finance Manager
The Finance Manager role at Rocket Lab Corporation is a strategic leadership position within the company’s finance team, providing crucial support in financial planning and analysis to advance the company’s goals. Rocket Lab is an aerospace manufacturer and launch service provider, renowned for delivering innovative satellite launch and space solutions for a range of commercial, civil, defense, and academic clients. The finance team plays a pivotal role in ensuring the company’s resources are managed efficiently to maintain rapid growth and technological advancement.
In this role, the Finance Manager will oversee core finance functions including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and variance analysis. The position requires cross-functional collaboration with various business units to provide insights and recommendations that drive business strategy and improve financial performance. Day-to-day work also includes managing internal controls, developing financial models, and providing regular updates to executive leadership.
Ideal candidates will possess a bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field, along with proven experience in financial management, preferably within a complex, high-growth company or industry. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in financial systems and software are essential. Experience in the aerospace or technology sector, as well as relevant professional certifications such as CPA or CFA, would be an advantage.
Rocket Lab offers a competitive compensation package that includes base salary, performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive benefits. Employees enjoy access to health and wellness programs, retirement plan options, professional development resources, and other corporate perks.
The company fosters a culture of innovation, teamwork, and continuous learning, encouraging employees to solve complex challenges and push the boundaries of space technology. Career growth is supported by ongoing training, mentorship, and opportunities to take on impactful projects that contribute directly to the success of the business and its customers.