Financial Analyst

Samsara

. Assist in financial planning and analysis by building and maintaining models for forecasting, budgeting, and cost analysis for R&D functions .

Posted 4/28/2026full-timeRemote • Alaska, California, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $66,640 - $89,600 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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 as we scale globally and across new offices

Requirements

What you’ll need

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

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive health and parental leave plans
Flexible working model
Professional development stipend
Equity options for eligible roles
Performance-based bonuses

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Hard Skills & Tools

financial planning and analysisforecastingbudgetingcost analysisvariance analysisfinancial modelingautomated Excel reportscorporate finance conceptsfinancial statement analysis

Soft Skills

problem-solvingattention to detailproactive approachcollaborationdecision-making support