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Financial Planning & Strategy Sr. Analyst

Go-to-Market

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Checkr

Checkr

1,001-5,000 employees

Provides background check services for employers

Consulting
Enterprise Software

Compensation Overview

$119k - $140kAnnually

Mid, Senior

San Francisco, CA, USA

Category
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
Finance & Banking
Required Skills
SQL
Salesforce
Looker
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • 4+ years of experience in some combination of Investment Banking, Finance, BizOps. Experience with B2B SaaS, especially usage-based business models or businesses that have real COGS, is a meaningful plus.
  • Expert-level forecasting and modeling ability.
  • Experience in identifying business insights through analytics and driving meaningful outcomes.
  • Experience with SQL, Looker (or other BI tools), and Salesforce or willingness to learn.
  • Fervor for B2B business models and the broader market landscape.
  • Energized by cultivating collaborative working relationships and driving inclusive problem-solving.
  • Thrive in an environment where given the opportunity to work autonomously and solve ambiguous problems.
Responsibilities
  • Serve as the go-to financial partner for Operations leadership (Customer Support and other customer-facing support functions).
  • Own budget management and reporting for the Go-to-Market Org., actively collaborating with leadership to identify and implement efforts that drive operational efficiencies.
  • Deliver data-driven business insights, primarily focused on driving ROI across our Sales organization.
  • Own sections of our monthly close financial reporting to the Executive team.
  • Develop reporting and forecasting that provide a fundamental understanding of our business drivers and offer actionable insights to improve business performance.
  • Assist in long-range and annual planning processes by defining strategic priorities, goals, OKRs, and investment areas.

Checkr provides background check services primarily for businesses, staffing agencies, and recruiters. Their platform allows clients to conduct thorough background screenings to verify potential employees' histories, which is especially important in high-risk industries. The service operates on a software-as-a-service (SaaS) model, where clients subscribe to access features like a user-friendly dashboard, compliance resources, and partner integrations. This makes it easier for clients to manage their background check processes. Checkr also offers educational resources to promote fair hiring practices. The company generates revenue through subscription fees and charges for each background check performed. A unique offering is Checkr Assess, which helps clients significantly reduce talent acquisition costs. The goal of Checkr is to help businesses hire trustworthy employees while ensuring fair hiring practices.

Company Stage

Series E

Total Funding

$778M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2014

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-7%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

13%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Checkr's recent addition of payments and onboarding capabilities to its platform demonstrates its commitment to evolving and meeting the needs of a flexible workforce.
  • Despite recent layoffs, Checkr's strategic investments and acquisitions, such as Inflection, position it for long-term growth and market leadership.
  • The company's recognition as a top place to work for women highlights its positive workplace culture and commitment to diversity.

What critics are saying

  • Significant layoffs, including 32% of the workforce, could indicate financial instability and affect employee morale.
  • The competitive landscape in HR technology is intense, with new entrants and existing players potentially eroding Checkr's market share.

What makes Checkr unique

  • Checkr leverages machine learning and artificial intelligence to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of background checks, setting it apart from traditional methods.
  • The company's SaaS model with a user-friendly dashboard and compliance resources simplifies the background check process for clients, unlike competitors with more complex systems.
  • Checkr's focus on fair hiring practices and educational resources helps clients navigate societal changes, a unique value proposition in the HR sector.

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Benefits

A fast-paced and collaborative environment

Learning and development allowance

Competitive compensation and opportunity for advancement

100% medical, dental, and vision coverage

Up to 25K reimbursement for fertility, adoption, and parental planning services

Flexible PTO policy

Monthly wellness stipend, home office stipend