FP&A Manager

thea.energy· Finance & Strategy
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📍 Kearny, NJFull time💰 USD 125K–160K

About this role

About Thea Energy: 
Thea Energy is leveraging recent breakthroughs in stellarator physics and engineering to create a faster and simpler approach to commercializing fusion energy. The company is reinventing the stellarator using computer-controlled arrays of planar coils thereby replacing the intricate, complex modular magnets required in all other stellarator architectures. Thea Energy is on a mission to create a limitless source of zero emission energy for a sustainable future. 

Key Responsibility Areas:

    1. High-CapEx Project Financial Management & Modeling

  • Build and maintain detailed financial models tracking high-value capital assets, long-lead procurement, engineering test beds, and facility construction/build-outs.

  • Partner with Supply Chain and Engineering to evaluate major equipment purchases, make-vs-buy decisions, vendor contracts, and hardware milestones against budget constraints.

  • Establish project-level financial tracking systems to monitor variance (budget vs. actuals) across complex engineering workstreams in real time.

    • 2. Financial Systems, Processes & Procedures

  • Build and standardize core FP&A processes, including annual budgeting, monthly/quarterly forecasting, variance reporting, and long-range capital planning.

  • Select, implement, and maintain scalable FP&A software and financial integration tools to automate data aggregation across ERP, procurement, and accounting systems.

  • Draft and enforce capital authorization limits, CapEx request procedures, and policy guidelines.

    • 3. Strategic Planning & Executive Decision Support

  • Own and refine the core 3-statement corporate financial model to support corporate strategy, runway modeling, and fund-raising/investor relations discussions.

  • Translate complex financial data into concise dashboard metrics, Board materials, and operational insights for C-suite decision-making.

  • Serve as the primary finance partner for Engineering, Operations, and Procurement teams, guiding technical leaders on budget management and cost optimization.

Ideal Experience & Skillsets:

  • 4+ years of progressive experience in Corporate FP&A, Corporate Development, Investment Banking, or Strategic Finance, with at least 2+ years leading CapEx-intensive financial planning.

  • Experience in hardware-heavy industries (e.g., aerospace, automotive, energy storage, semiconductor, oil & gas, or advanced manufacturing).

  • Advanced 3-statement financial modeling skills with demonstrated expertise building project finance models, capital investment frameworks, and scenario/sensitivity analyses.

  • Proven track record of creating financial processes, CapEx control frameworks, and reporting workflows from the ground up in a growing organization.

  • Proficient with modern ERPs (e.g., NetSuite, SAP), FP&A software (e.g., Pigment, Anaplan, Adaptive Insights), and BI tools (e.g., Tableau, PowerBI).

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.

    • Mindset & Traits

  • Adaptability: Thrives in dynamic, high-ambition environments where processes need to be designed rather than just maintained.

  • Technical Curiosity: Comfort collaborating closely with hardware and software engineers to understand complex technical milestones and translate them into financial realities.

  • Clear Communicator: Ability to distill complex capital data into clear operational guidance for technical partners.

Company Benefits:

  • Salary range $125,000-$160,000
  • Comprehensive health benefits (e.g. medical/dental/vision)
  • Employee equity stock options
  • 20 days PTO
It’s not necessary to meet all of the skillsets outlined above. Please feel free to send us a note and tell us why you would still be a great fit for this role or Thea Energy.  
  
Diversity and Inclusion:  
Thea Energy is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a company of diverse backgrounds. By creating a diverse environment, we will bring new ideas and approaches to solving some of the world’s hardest (and most important) problems. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, family or marital status, age, disability, veteran’s status, or other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the FP&A Manager role at thea.energy?
The listed salary for this FP&A Manager position at thea.energy is USD 125K–160K. This is an Full time role.
Where is the FP&A Manager position at thea.energy located?
This FP&A Manager role at thea.energy is based in Kearny, NJ. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the FP&A Manager role at thea.energy full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a FP&A Manager role in the Finance & Strategy department at thea.energy.
Which team or department does the FP&A Manager at thea.energy belong to?
This FP&A Manager position is part of the Finance & Strategy department at thea.energy. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the FP&A Manager job at thea.energy posted?
This FP&A Manager position at thea.energy was posted on Aug 5, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
FP&A Manager
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