Financial Analyst

About Focused Energy

Focused Energy is a fusion energy startup committed to generating unlimited clean energy to responsibly meet future global demand. Founded by two world-renowned scientists and a seasoned entrepreneur behind several successful startups, we are commercializing laser-induced inertial fusion—a clean and highly efficient power generation technology poised to transform the energy landscape.

We’re seeking a reliable, hands-on Financial Analyst to support U.S. finance operations and FP&A execution. This role works closely with the Director of FP&A to manage vendor payments, accounts payable/receivable processes, assist with procurement activities, support month-end close, and contribute to financial planning and reporting initiatives as the organization scales. The ideal candidate enjoys operational work as much as financial analysis, and thrives in a dynamic environment with evolving processes and responsibilities.

What You’ll Do

Reporting to the Director of FP&A, you will support U.S. finance operations and planning work with a hands-on approach.
This role is a blend of Financial Planning & Analysis and Finance Operations (AP/AR/vendor handling).

Core Responsibilities:

• Support monthly financial close alongside accounting

• Manage day-to-day finance operations including Accounts Payable (AP) & Accounts Receivable (AR)

• Own vendor onboarding, maintain vendor documentation, and coordinate vendor payments on a regular cadence

• Assist with procurement-related processes for U.S. operations (basic purchasing workflows, PO coordination, invoices)

• Prepare financial analysis and support budgeting/forecasting activities under direction of FP&A Director

• Provide data support for budget vs actual variance, CapEx/OpEx tracking, and ad-hoc reporting

• Contribute to FP&A work incrementally — modeling, planning, reporting — with future room to scale responsibility

Who You Are

We are seeking a reliable, collaborative, execution-focused analyst who enjoys operational work as much as financial planning.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related discipline

• 3–6 years experience in finance operations, FP&A, accounting or similar role (AP/AR/vendor exposure ideal)

• Hands-on mindset — comfortable processing recurring tasks as well as analytical work

• Experience with vendor onboarding, invoice/payment processing, basic procurement workflows preferred

• Strong communication skills — approachable, collaborative, and helpful cross-functionally

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; ability to work with financial data

• Able to work onsite in Austin on a hybrid schedule (local presence required)

• Startup / ambiguous environment comfort — willing to solve operational gaps proactively

Nice-to-Have

• Experience supporting month-end close

• Exposure to financial planning models/reporting

• Worked cross-functionally with ops / supply chain / legal / facilities

• Experience in deep-tech or hardware is a bonus but not required

Focused Energy is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Focused Energy will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation, equity, benefits.