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Senior Financial Analyst

Samsara
Location
Remote - Canada
Posted
12 days ago
Department
Finance and Strategy
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
  • High aptitude and enthusiasm for complex problem solving utilizing financial modeling and analysis, including advanced Excel and Google Sheets skills
  • Experience at a high-growth tech company
  • Ability to work collaboratively and cross-functionally in a fast-paced, often changing environment
  • Strong communication and presentation skills; comfortable presenting to senior management
  • Proactive and highly organized self-starter, able to work independently under tight deadlines while maintaining attention to detail
Nice to have
  • Familiarity with AWS cloud cost and general SaaS cost management
  • Proficiency with AI tools (Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini, Glean, Cursor, etc.), Databricks, and FP&A tools such as Workday Adaptive Planning (or similar planning systems) and NetSuite
  • Prior partnership with software engineering teams
  • Passion for building new models, processes, and mechanisms
What the job really is

As a Senior Financial Analyst at Samsara, you will partner with the R&D organization to manage costs related to Cloud, Cellular, and AI infrastructure. Your responsibilities include analyzing financial results, preparing management reports, supporting month-end close activities, and improving financial reporting and forecasting models. You will also collaborate with engineering teams and leverage AI tools to streamline financial processes.

Benefits
  • Annual base salary range of $81,600 — $105,600 CAD
  • Initial RSU grant with no vesting cliff and ongoing refresh opportunities tied to performance
  • Flexible, employee-led remote model
  • Professional development stipend
  • Comprehensive health and parental leave plans
  • Above-market total compensation through a combination of base salary, performance-based bonus/variable pay, and equity
Things to weigh
  • Remote position only available for candidates residing in Canada or the US; no relocation assistance provided
  • The role requires a high level of self-motivation and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • No specific mention of a structured career progression path, but the company emphasizes rapid career development opportunities
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