Lightship is an early-stage hardware startup launched in 2020 by Tesla alumni that is bringing the $26B recreational vehicle industry into the electric age. Based in San Francisco and Boulder, Lightship is designing and producing an aerodynamic, battery-powered trailer that liberates travelers from the noise, emissions, and range anxiety of gas RVing.
Overview
Lightship is the first American all-electric recreational vehicle manufacturer currently developing an aerodynamic, battery-powered trailer for the electric age. As the macro transition to an all-electric transportation ecosystem accelerates, Lightship is bringing the increased convenience and superior performance that electrification offers to a pastime enjoyed by over 11 million American families.
Honoring Diverse Perspectives
Lightship is committed to hiring and developing top talent from diverse backgrounds. We believe representing and supporting diverse groups is key to the success of our team members, customers, shareholders and the achievement of our mission and vision. We operate in a collaborative environment with a flat organizational structure and expect a high degree of integrity, autonomy and creativity from all members of the team.
About the Role
We’re looking for a Senior Finance Analyst to play a critical role in building Lightship’s financial infrastructure and supporting strategic decision-making across the company. This is a highly cross-functional role ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys solving complex problems, and is excited to shape the financial future of a hardtech company at the forefront of the climate transition.
Onsite/Hybrid Work
Hybrid roles at Lightship require onsite work from our offices Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Tuesdays and Fridays are optional work from home days, when your work will be executed more successfully from home. Speak to the hiring manager to learn more.
Employee Benefits & Philosophy - Applies to Full Time Employees only
- Healthcare, Dental, Vision
- 401k
- Flexible Paid Time Off - that we actually want you to use!
- 12 weeks paid parental leave
- $2,000 per year towards an RV trip of your own &/or professional development opportunities - we call this a LightTrip
Lightship offers all of its full time employees and their dependents full benefits including health, dental and vision insurance and covers 100% of the insurance premium. We are on a mission to create a more healthful all-electric experience for a pastime that millions of families enjoy and believe strongly that our team should not have to worry about quality healthcare for themselves or their loved ones along the way.
Responsibilities
Strategic Finance & Planning: Partner with Finance and Business Operations Manager to build and evolve Lightship’s multi-year financial model and long-range planning process. Contribute to company-level strategic initiatives by developing financial forecasts, scenario models, and business cases. Serve as a thought partner on key financial topics including cash runway, unit economics, working capital optimization, and fundraising strategy.Business Partnership & Operational Support: Partner with cross-functional leaders to develop and track key performance metrics, budgets, and spend forecasts. Provide ad hoc analysis and reporting to support decisions across R&D, supply chain, go-to-market, and manufacturing functions.Financial Operations & Reporting: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting packages for internal stakeholders and external investors. Assist with financial audits, compliance tracking, and regulatory filings as needed.Continuous Improvement & Systems Building: Evaluate and improve internal processes to support more timely, accurate, and actionable financial insights. Help implement and optimize financial tools, systems, and dashboards.Identify opportunities to reduce costs, increase operational efficiency, and strengthen the company’s financial position.Minimum Qualifications
2+ years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or consultingStrong working knowledge of 3-statement financial modelsHigh attention to detail with the ability to connect the dots between granular data and company-wide strategyA proactive and resourceful approach—you don’t wait for instructions, you seek clarity, build, and iterateExcellent communication skills and a collaborative mindsetPreferred Qualifications
Previous financial experience in hardware or manufacturing sectorsExperience with NetSuite, or similar ERPs, and business intelligence tools is a plus Demonstrated success in fast-moving, ambiguous environments where priorities evolve quicklyMotivation to help build a high-impact, mission-driven climatetech company — and a desire to be part of a small, passionate team shaping the future of electric RVsEquity
Lightship compensation consists of the yearly salary above plus equity, which gives you a stake in the company.