Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Samsara is a pioneer of the Connected Operations™ Cloud, helping organizations leverage IoT data for operational improvements. The Financial Analyst will manage R&D program expenses, conduct financial analyses, and provide strategic insights to support decision-making and cost optimization.
Responsibilities
- Assist in financial planning and analysis by building and maintaining models for forecasting, budgeting, and cost analysis for R&D functions
- Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to track company performance
- Conduct variance analysis to compare actual results against budgets and forecasts, identifying key drivers
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide insights and support decision-making processes
- Partner with R&D business partners to identify cost-saving opportunities and drive process improvements, fostering a collaborative approach to financial management
- Ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial data by managing financial databases and reporting systems
- Champion, role model, and embed Samsara’s cultural principles (Focus on Customer Success, Build for the Long Term, Adopt a Growth Mindset, Be Inclusive, Win as a Team) as we scale globally and across new offices
Skills
- 1-3 years of experience in financial planning and analysis (FP&A)
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
- Advanced skills in Excel or Google Sheets
- Familiarity with financial statements (income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements) and their analysis
- Experience in building automated Excel reports
- Solid understanding of corporate finance concepts such as budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
- Problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach to identifying and solving financial challenges, with a focus on driving efficiency and cost optimization
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in all work
- Proficiency with AI tools (ChatGPT, Gemini, Glean, Cursor, etc.) and SQL, Databricks, or BI tools (e.g. Tableau, Power BI)
- Proficiency in FP&A tools, such as Workday Adaptive Planning (or similar planning systems), NetSuite
- Eagerness to learn and grow professionally, with a passion for continuous improvement
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication skills, able to explain financial concepts and data to non-financial stakeholders
Benefits
- Initial RSU grant with no vesting cliff, and ongoing refresh opportunities tied to performance, subject to plan terms and conditions
- Performance-based bonus/variable pay
- Equity (for eligible roles) in a high-growth public company
- A flexible, employee-led remote model
- A professional development stipend
- Comprehensive health and parental leave plans
Company Overview
Samsara is digitizing the world of physical operations. It was founded in 2015, and is headquartered in San Francisco, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.samsara.com.