What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) position at Picarro?
Location: Santa Clara, CA (On-site 4 days a week, hybrid allowd 1 day a week)
At Picarro, we are revolutionizing the way industries and governments monitor air quality, emissions, and energy infrastructure. As the world leader in high-precision scientific instruments and monitoring solutions, our technology helps solve some of the most pressing global challenges. We are seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join our Corporate Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) team, driving analytics and financial insights that directly support executive decision-making and long-term strategic planning.
Responsibilities- Perform detailed 3-statement financial analysis, cash collection forecasts, expense management, and BOD presentation support.
- Lead components of the annual budgeting and financial planning process, ensuring accuracy and alignment with corporate objectives.
- Prepare and deliver financial reports, variance analysis, and executive-ready summaries for senior leadership.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Accounting, Treasury, and Operations to ensure consistent and reliable forecasting.
- Build and maintain financial models to support scenario planning, ROI analysis, and decision-making.
- Partner with business leaders to provide valuable insights into emerging trends, potential risks, and strategic opportunities.
- Drive automation and improvements in reporting tools and processes using Excel, Adaptive, NetSuite, and other systems.
- Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- 6 years of progressive financial analysis or FP&A experience; CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred.
- Strong expertise in forecasting, budgeting, and corporate financial planning.
- Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, complex formulas, modeling).
- Experience with financial planning systems (Adaptive, NetSuite preferred).
- Proven ability to analyze large datasets and provide actionable insights to senior stakeholders.
- Detail-Oriented: Ensures accuracy in financial reporting and analysis.
- Strategic Partner: Supports both immediate business needs and long-term planning.
- Self-Starter: Takes initiative to solve problems and improve processes.
- Collaborative: Works effectively across finance and business teams.
- Adaptable: Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
The salary range for this role is $140,000 to $170,000, plus bonus and equity.
Posted positions are not open to third-party recruiters or agencies, and unsolicited resume submissions will be considered as free referrals.
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, gender identity, social orientation, nor on the basis of disability.
Posted positions are not open to third party recruiters/agencies and unsolicited resume submissions will be considered free referrals.