Full-Time

Finance Manager

Cloud and Cell Infrastructure

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Samsara

Samsara

1,001-5,000 employees

IoT platform for fleet management and safety

Automotive & Transportation
Energy
Enterprise Software

Compensation Overview

$93.4k - $125.6kAnnually

Mid, Senior

Indianapolis, IN, USA

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.

Category
Corporate Finance
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
Finance & Banking
Required Skills
NetSuite
SQL
Tableau
Salesforce
AWS
Databricks
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
  • Experience partnering with R&D / Software Engineering teams
  • Minimum of 4-7+ years of experience in Corporate Finance, financial planning and investigation, and strategic finance experience
  • Familiarity with cloud cost management and knowledge of cloud cost and usage concepts
  • Proven experience in financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting
  • Strong accounting knowledge with experience working closely with accounting teams
  • Excellent evaluation, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
  • AWS Cloud Practitioner or FinOps certifications
  • Willingness and ability to build new financial processes and mechanisms
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-growing environment with high degrees of ambiguity
  • Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., Adaptive Planning, NetSuite, Salesforce, Workday, etc.)
  • Experience working with large datasets and technical data management and analysis skills (e.g., SQL, Tableau, Databricks, etc.)
Responsibilities
  • Lead and develop Samsara’s approach to infrastructure cost management including partnering with a vendor to build a cloud FinOps reporting, alerting, and forecasting tool
  • Partner closely with leaders across our R&D Engineering teams to drive strategic decision-making, investment prioritization, and long-range planning
  • Develop COGS and operating expense forecast models driven by infrastructure usage
  • Manage multiple >$1M software vendors including forecasting and contract renewal negotiation support
  • Build and monitor KPIs to inspect business health and performance
  • Analyze financial results, prepare monthly and quarterly management reporting, and support operating review meetings with VPs and EVPs of Engineering and Finance
  • Build scalable processes and mechanisms to enhance financial visibility, control and planning effectiveness that supports the next wave of Samsara’s growth
  • 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

Samsara offers an integrated platform that enhances safety, efficiency, and sustainability for businesses using Internet of Things (IoT) technology. Their services include AI-powered video security and vehicle telematics, allowing clients to monitor and manage their operations in real-time. Unlike competitors, Samsara focuses on a subscription model and provides tools that help reduce costs and improve operational efficiency, while also promoting sustainability through partnerships like EVgo. The company's goal is to address operational challenges across various industries while enhancing safety and efficiency.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$904.6M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

10%

1 year growth

44%

2 year growth

73%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Recent investments from firms like Mission Wealth Management and Dynamic Technology Lab indicate strong market confidence and financial stability.
  • The launch of new products like the enterprise-grade Asset Tag and small asset tracking devices showcases Samsara's commitment to innovation and expanding its product portfolio.
  • Partnerships with companies like Conti for data-driven fleet solutions enhance Samsara's value proposition and market reach.

What critics are saying

  • The bankruptcy of clients like U.S. Logistics Solutions could impact Samsara's revenue and client base.
  • The competitive landscape in IoT and fleet management is intense, requiring continuous innovation to maintain market position.

What makes Samsara unique

  • Samsara's integrated IoT platform combines AI-powered video security, vehicle telematics, and digital tools, offering a comprehensive solution that many competitors lack.
  • Their focus on sustainability, highlighted by partnerships like the one with EVgo, sets them apart in the fleet management and logistics sectors.
  • The ability to offer real-time monitoring and management through a subscription-based model ensures a steady revenue stream and high client retention.

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Benefits

Health, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families with premiums 100% covered

Mental health and wellness support

Family planning resources and parental leave policy

Quarterly reimbursement account you can use for wellness, family care, professional or personal development expenses

Flexible PTO and family leave

401k with up to 4% matching

Bi-annual company events