Financial Analyst

Who we are

Samsara (NYSE: IOT) is the pioneer of the Connected Operations™ Cloud, which is a platform that enables organizations that depend on physical operations to harness Internet of Things (IoT) data to develop actionable insights and improve their operations. At Samsara, we are helping improve the safety, efficiency and sustainability of the physical operations that power our global economy. Representing more than 40% of global GDP, these industries are the infrastructure of our planet, including agriculture, construction, field services, transportation, and manufacturing — and we are excited to help digitally transform their operations at scale.

Working at Samsara means you’ll help define the future of physical operations and be on a team that’s shaping an exciting array of product solutions, including Video-Based Safety, Vehicle Telematics, Apps and Driver Workflows, Equipment Monitoring, and Site Visibility. As part of a recently public company, you’ll have the autonomy and support to make an impact as we build for the long term.

About the role:

At Samsara, the Finance & Strategy (F&S) team is dedicated to optimizing capital allocation by delivering insightful data analysis, fostering strategic business partnerships, and implementing scalable processes. Our mission is to guide the company toward long-term success by developing an optimal operating plan, delivering accurate forecasts and annual operating plans, and ensuring that the business consistently meets or exceeds its targets. Additionally, we are committed to scaling F&S systems and driving cross-functional collaboration across the organization.

We are seeking a Financial Analyst to take ownership of managing R&D program expenses from budget creation through performance tracking. In this role, you will work closely with engineering and product leaders, as well as accounting and supply chain teams, to provide financial and strategic insights that support decision-making and cost optimization. You will conduct comprehensive quantitative and qualitative analyses to identify opportunities for growth and efficiency. Your responsibilities will include managing the end-to-end budgeting process for R&D, tracking financial performance against forecasts, and providing leadership with timely insights through financial reporting. Moreover, you will play a key role in developing scalable processes that align with the company’s financial goals and contribute to its long-term success.

This role is open to candidates residing in the US except Alaska, Austin metro, California, Chicago metro, Connecticut, Dallas metro, Denver metro, Houston metro, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, and Washington DC metro.

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