Strategic Finance Associate
Company: Anduril Industries
Location: Costa Mesa
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
ABOUT THE TEAM The production finance team is responsible for
overseeing the intersection between engineering, manufacturing, and
supply chain, as it relates to product cost; we drive towards the
best financial outcome for Anduril and pair with our business
partners to achieve those results. You get to design cool models
but also interact with physical products & factories – the deeper
you go the better your results. ABOUT THE JOB We are seeking a
Strategic Finance Associate with 2-5 years of experience to join
our Production Finance team. The ideal candidate will have a strong
background in financial modeling while also challenging business
partners on technical topics in supply chain, engineering, and
process improvement. This individual will be instrumental in
providing financial clarity for various programs, guiding strategic
decision-making, and optimizing financial performance. WHAT YOU’LL
DO Establish transparency into material cost for existing and
future Anduril products. Lead with the Engineering and Supply Chain
teams to develop and implement cost reduction roadmap. Build novel
financial frameworks for thinking through operational decisions,
including but not limited to manufacturing, supply chain, etc.
Support cross-functional teams with tradeoff studies to achieve
sustainable unit economics. Develop complex financial models to
assess various financial scenarios and support strategic
initiatives. Identify and implement process improvements to
streamline FP&A activities and enhance reporting accuracy. Lead
the development of executive-level reporting and present financial
insights to senior management. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS You have 2-5
years of experience in management consulting, investment banking,
or similar. You have a strong understanding of financial and
accounting concepts. You have strong analytical aptitude. You
intuitively think about problems in terms of numbers. You are
comfortable communicating broadly and having a lot of eyes on your
work. This role can at-times require comms to large groups and
senior leadership. US Salary Range $98,000 - $130,000 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: Healthcare
Benefits US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
at little to no cost to you. UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of
medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents. IE Roles:
We offer an annual contribution toward your private health
insurance for you and your dependents. Additional Benefits Income
Protection : Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all
employees. Generous time off : Highly competitive PTO plans with a
holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available
to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your
own medical needs. Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage
for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and
gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your
partner from planning to parenting. Mental Health Resources: Access
free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life
coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and
financial support, are also available. Professional Development:
Annual reimbursement for professional development Commuter
Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.
Retirement Savings Plan US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and
after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options. UK & IE Roles: Pension plan
with employer match. AUS Roles: Superannuation plan. The recruiter
assigned to this role can share more information about the specific
compensation and benefit details associated with this role during
the hiring process. Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams
Anduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent
acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've
observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes
where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job
seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often
attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information. To
ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with
confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind: No
Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand
personal financial details (such as banking information, credit
card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our
hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for
candidates. Please always verify communications: Direct from
Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it
will only come from an @anduril.com address. Via Agency Partner: If
contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email
will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious
activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out
to contact@anduril.com . Exercise Caution with Unsolicited
Outreach: If you receive any communication that appears suspicious,
contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not
engage. Always confirm the sender's email domain is @anduril.com
before providing any personal information or clicking on links.
What to Do If You Suspect Fraud: Should you encounter any
questionable or fraudulent outreach claiming to be from Anduril,
please report it immediately to contact@anduril.com . Your
proactive caution is invaluable in protecting your personal
information and upholding the security and trustworthiness of our
recruitment efforts. Data Privacy To view Anduril's candidate data
privacy policy, please visit
https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/ .
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