Vast is looking for a Finance Operations Manager, reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations.
This role is designed for a highly strategic, finance-forward operator who can serve as an extension of the CFO in both internal and external initiatives. This individual will play a critical role in fundraising execution, investor engagement tracking, financial operations coordination, and executive-level communications, as well as provide CFO executive support.
The ideal candidate combines financial acumen, operational rigor, and strong executive presence. They are highly analytical, detail-oriented, and capable of managing sensitive information with discretion. They thrive in fast-paced, high-growth environments and are comfortable operating at both the strategic and tactical levels.
This will be a full-time, exempt position located in our Long Beach location.
Responsibilities:
• Strategic & Financial Partnership: Serve as a strategic thought partner to the CFO on company-wide financial priorities and operational execution. • Sit in on finance, fundraising, and executive meetings to capture action items, track follow-ups, and ensure alignment against priorities. • Help drive preparation and execution of fundraising processes, including investor tracking, diligence coordination, and timeline management. • Maintain oversight of investor pipeline tracking, meeting logs, and engagement follow-ups. • Support board and investor reporting cycles, including preparation of materials and coordination across Finance, Legal, and executive leadership.
Fundraising & Investor Relations Support:
• Coordinate and track all investor interactions, including outreach, meetings, data room requests, and follow-ups. • Manage fundraising project plans and ensure cross-functional deliverables are completed on time. • Support diligence processes by organizing materials, coordinating internal stakeholders, and maintaining data rooms. • Assist in crafting presentations and materials for investors, lenders, and strategic partners. • Provide VIP support and experience to existing and prospective investor visits to Vast offices.
Financial Operations & Cross-Functional Execution:
• 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. • Track and manage critical finance-related initiatives, ensuring accountability across stakeholders. • Manage and optimize the CFO's calendar and priorities to ensure time is aligned with highest-impact initiatives. • Draft communications and prepare briefing materials for internal and external meetings. • Ensure the CFO is fully prepared for board meetings, executive reviews, fundraising updates, and external engagements. • Handle sensitive and confidential financial matters with discretion.
Minimum Qualifications:
• 5+ years of progressive experience in finance, investment banking, private equity, corporate development, strategic finance, 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.
Preferred Skills & Experience:
• Experience supporting a CFO, CEO, or senior finance executive. • Direct experience in venture-backed or capital-intensive industries (aerospace, manufacturing, hardware, deep tech). • Experience managing fundraising processes or investor relations. • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to synthesize complex financial information into executive-ready insights. • Proven ability to operate in high-growth environments with shifting priorities. • MBA or relevant advanced degree is a plus.
Additional Requirements:
• Ability to be on site 5 days per week at our Long Beach HQ. • Willingness to work extended hours as needed to support fundraising cycles, board meetings, and critical milestones. • Ability to travel occasionally to support investor meetings or company initiatives.
Pay Range: Finance Operations Manager: $119,000.00 - $150,000.00