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:
In this role, you will lead the Corporate Finance & Strategy function, as well as partner with business leaders across the People Ops and Recruiting organization to achieve corporate financial goals. You will lead the annual budgeting process and create long term financial forecasts aligned with corporate strategy as well as lead the monthly and quarterly forecasting and reporting processes. You will perform quantitative and qualitative analysis to inform strategic decisions. The ideal candidate is highly self-motivated, analytical, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
This role is open to candidates residing in the US.
You should apply if:
- You want to impact the industries that run our world: Your efforts will result in real-world impact—helping to keep the lights on, get food into grocery stores, reduce emissions, and most importantly, ensure workers return home safely.
- You are the architect of your own career: If you put in the work, this role won’t be your last at Samsara. We set up our employees for success and have built a culture that encourages rapid career development, countless opportunities to experiment and master your craft in a hyper growth environment.
- You’re energized by our opportunity: The vision we have to digitize large sectors of the global economy requires your full focus and best efforts to bring forth creative, ambitious ideas for our customers.
- You want to be with the best: At Samsara, we win together, celebrate together and support each other. You will be surrounded by a high-calibre team that will encourage you to do your best.
In this role, you will:
- Lead the annual budgeting process and develop long-term financial forecasts in alignment with corporate strategy.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial forecasts, ensuring they are accurate and reflect current business trends. This includes owning the corporate planning calendar, and effectively communicating timelines, deliverables, and expectations to all planning stakeholders.
- Own and define driver-based forecasts for global expenses such as salary, bonus, payroll taxes, insurance and benefits by gaining a deep understanding of the business and incorporating changes.
- Create and deliver monthly forecast and reporting packages, showcasing key business metrics and financial results, to the Executive Team and Board of Directors.
- Collaborate with F&S systems team to implement and maintain financial planning tools.
- Serve as a financial business partner for People Ops and Recruiting, focusing on budget management, forecasting, data-driven analysis, and headcount planning to aid strategic decisions.
- Develop scalable processes and systems that enhance financial visibility, control, and planning efficiency through collaboration with accounting and business teams.
- Provide ad hoc analysis and reporting to support business decision making.
- Experience in a managerial role and developing a team.
- Ability to work PST hours.
- 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.
- Hire, develop and lead an inclusive, engaged, and high performing team.
Minimum requirements for the role:
- 8+ years of experience in Finance, Accounting, or Investment Banking
- 5+ years of experience in Strategic Finance / FP&A
- Strong accounting knowledge with experience working closely with accounting teams
- Proven experience in financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting through Microsoft Excel or Google Sheet
- Strong communication and presentation skills; comfortable presenting to senior management
- Experience managing and developing a team
- Experience using tools like NetSuite, Workday, and Adaptive Planning
- Bachelor's degree
An ideal candidate also has:
- Industry experience in SaaS-based technology companies preferred
- Knowledge and understanding of GAAP and non-GAAP cash flow and cash metrics
Samsara’s Compensation Philosophy: Samsara’s compensation program is designed to deliver Total Direct Compensation (based on role, level, and geography) that is at or above market. We do this through our base salary + bonus/variable + restricted stock unit awards (RSUs) for eligible roles. For eligible roles, a new hire RSU award may be awarded at the time of hire, and additional RSU refresh grants may be awarded annually.
We pay for performance, and top performers in eligible roles may receive above-market equity refresh awards which allow employees to achieve higher market.
At Samsara, we welcome everyone regardless of their background. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, and other characteristics protected by law. We depend on the unique approaches of our team members to help us solve complex problems and want to ensure that Samsara is a place where people from all backgrounds can make an impact.
Benefits
Full time employees receive a competitive total compensation package along with employee-led remote and flexible working, health benefits, Samsara for Good charity fund, and much, much more. Take a look at our Benefits site to learn more.
Accommodations
Samsara is an inclusive work environment, and we are committed to ensuring equal opportunity in employment for qualified persons with disabilities. Please email [email protected] or click here if you require any reasonable accommodations throughout the recruiting process.
Flexible Working
At Samsara, we embrace a flexible working model that caters to the diverse needs of our teams. Our offices are open for those who prefer to work in-person and we also support remote work where it aligns with our operational requirements. For certain positions, being close to one of our offices or within a specific geographic area is important to facilitate collaboration, access to resources, or alignment with our service regions. In these cases, the job description will clearly indicate any working location requirements. Our goal is to ensure that all members of our team can contribute effectively, whether they are working on-site, in a hybrid model, or fully remotely. All offers of employment are contingent upon an individual’s ability to secure and maintain the legal right to work at the company and in the specified work location, if applicable.
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