Analyst / Associate, Strategic Finance - Sales Finance San Mateo, CA United States

$90,000 - $160,000/Yr

Verkada - San Mateo, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

San Mateo, CA

1,001-5,000 employees

Publishing Industries

About the position

The Analyst / Associate, Strategic Finance - Sales Finance role at Verkada is designed for an individual to help build the Sales Finance function within a high-growth pre-IPO startup. This position is part of the Strategic Finance team and involves partnering cross-functionally with various go-to-market teams to provide financial insights, enhance decision-making processes, and drive operational excellence. The role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and a focus on both immediate and long-term objectives.

Responsibilities

• Partner closely with leaders across the Sales organization and related sales support teams.
• Own Verkada's topline forecasting models to improve visibility and predictability of quarterly results and long-term trajectory.
• Define, build, and monitor core GTM metrics and management dashboards, facilitating planning and goal-setting processes in Sales.
• Build business cases for new initiatives and conduct ad hoc analysis for critical business questions.
• Drive impact on a daily basis by addressing immediate problems while also planning for long-term growth.

Requirements

• 2-5+ years of experience in Strategic Finance, Business Operations, Private Equity, Investment Banking, or a highly analytical role at a fast-growing startup.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in financial modeling and the ability to translate business concepts into structured spreadsheet models.
• High attention to detail and strategic instincts, ensuring precision and error-free outputs while recognizing critical priorities.
• Comfort with ambiguity and ability to create structure in a fast-paced startup environment, managing competing priorities effectively.
• Excellent communication and partnership skills to engage with diverse stakeholders and build credibility.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Familiarity with analytical tools and data generation techniques.
• A positive, team-oriented attitude with a focus on collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $90,000 - $160,000 USD.
• Potential for additional compensation through sales incentives, discretionary bonuses, and equity in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs).