FP&A Manager

About Pacific Fusion

Pacific Fusion was founded in 2023 with the mission to power the world with abundant, affordable, clean energy.

We are rapidly designing and building a pulsed magnetic fusion system to achieve net facility gain (more fusion energy output than stored energy input). In parallel, we are developing the key components required to build affordable fusion systems.

Our plans are ambitious. We have raised over $900M so far from incredible investors, resourcing us to deliver on these plans. We are bringing together the best scientists, engineers, and operators from the fusion community, hard tech industry, and other sectors. We are united by a shared sense of urgency to provide clean power for the world, particularly managing climate change while meeting growing global energy demand. You can read more about us in this letter from our founders.

Why This Role Matters

We are seeking an

FP&A Manager

to lead financial modeling efforts, with a strong emphasis on building and scaling financial models. This role will support both internal and external stakeholders, delivering insights that guide company strategy, inform Board members, and engage prospective investors.

The FP&A Manager will develop and own financial models used for forecasting and strategic planning. The ideal candidate combines exceptional modeling skills with a deep understanding of how to translate business activities into numbers that paint a clear picture of business value for external parties. Prior experience in deep tech, hardware, or similarly capital-intensive industries is highly valued.

What You'll Do

- Build, maintain, and enhance robust financial models to support the acquisition of equity and debt.

- Prepare external-facing financial materials, including fundraising support, and prospective investor analyses.

- Partner with leadership to adapt business activities into financial models to address multiple scenarios.

- Analyze business performance, highlight key trends, and provide actionable recommendations.

- Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, and Business teams to align financial forecasts with company goals.

- Support ad hoc analysis to inform strategic initiatives and growth opportunities.

What You Bring

- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field (MBA or advanced degree a plus).

- 5+ years of experience in forecasting, financial reporting, and/or accounting.

- Demonstrated expertise in financial modeling, with advanced Excel and/or financial modeling tool proficiency.

- Strong communication skills and ability to present financial insights to executives and investors.

- Experience in deep tech, hardware, or manufacturing environments preferred.

- Highly analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.

Bonus Points For

- Familiarity with BI tools (e.g., PowerBI, Tableau, or similar).

- Knowledge of capital-intensive business models (manufacturing, hardware, or infrastructure).

- Prior experience supporting fundraising and/or projects with large capital deployment.

- Start Up experience (or other fast paced environment).

Pay Range

$170,000—$210,000 USD

Benefits

- Industry-competitive salary

- Equity plan

- 6% employer 401k matching

- Generous paid time off (including sick leave, vacation, paid family leave)

- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Actual base salary offered will be determined by: experience, skills, and work location. This range is for base salary, our total compensation includes equity and benefits. We welcome you to apply even if your expectations are outside our listed range.

Pacific Fusion is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Pacific Fusion is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures and throughout employment. If you need assistance or any accommodation, please let us know. Pacific Fusion does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies without a fully executed recruitment agreement in place. In the absence of such agreement, Pacific Fusion reserves the right to pursue and hire any candidates without an obligation to pay fees. Agencies are requested not to contact Pacific Fusion hiring managers or employees regarding recruiting services.