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Cockroach Labs is the team behind CockroachDB, an open-source, distributed SQL database. We aim to build infrastructure that keeps pace with the world, so developers can focus on what matters most: building the best products. Join us on our mission to Make Data Easy. Are you ready to aim high & build to last?

About the Role

This role offers the unique opportunity to directly impact Cockroach Labs growth trajectory by being part of the  FP&A function. An instrumental hire as the company continues to scale, this individual will be expected to take on responsibility at a rapid pace. The Financial Analyst will be on the ground floor of a newly formed function at a high growth startup & will have significant opportunities for growth. 

You will join our high performing Finance team & be a strategic business partner to our rapidly scaling business. In this role, you will interact with business leaders & be the driving force for their financial planning. We are looking for a thoughtful, data-driven contributor as the business looks to achieve its next breakthroughs.

You Will

• Think on your feet, thrive in navigating ambiguity, & transform chaotic situations into organized action plans
• Seek knowledge, accuracy, structure, & optimization in everything you do, be coachable & look to overachieve with modesty
• Contribute to the preparation, analysis, & communication of the monthly budget vs. actual & forecast process
• Collaborate with the Head of Marketing on financial KPIs to track, communicate & report 
• Enjoy collaborating with multiple teams & building positive relationships with business partners in the overall Go-to-Market  organization (Sales, Marketing & Customer Success)
• Work with Accounting to understand any fluctuations between budget vs actuals 
• Sharing ownership of the FP&A responsibilities including the month/quarter-end processes (forecast, annual planning, variance analyses, executive reporting, etc.)
• Assist with identifying opportunities for efficiencies & improvements within the FP&A process & workflow to align with companys growth
• Be the person of contact for budgeting-related questions or inquiries from the Marketing organization 
• Maintain headcount tracking, & reporting while collaborating with HR, Recruiting, & Accounting to ensure accuracy & scalability as we look to grow exponentially in the next few years
• Ad-hoc scenario analyses, short- & medium-term project work, & other analyses as needed
• Assisting & completing ad hoc FP&A projects or analyses as needed

You Have

• 2+ years of professional experience in FP&A, strategy, consulting, or similar field with exposure to the technology industry is a plus
• Power-user proficiency in MS Office suite (especially MS Excel & MS PowerPoint) & Google Sheets is a huge plus
• Proven ability to structure sophisticated problems, develop solutions, & craft recommendations & results into easily digestible messages, communications, & executive presentations
• Highly collaborative style with strong influence skills & the ability to adjust on the fly to new demands with a sense of urgency
• Experience with different ERP/HR systems is a plus
• Strong communication, both verbal & written
• Executive presence & engagement skills
• Remarkable attention & curiosity to details
• A positive attitude & self-motivator with the ability to follow through with projects to completion
• Ability to work independently & in a team setting in a distributed, dynamic, fast-paced environment

The Expectations

In your first 30 days, you will develop a strong understanding of our current processes, systems, & organizational structure.  You will meet with stakeholders across the organization to better understand the current financial systems ecosystem.  You will develop relationships with other operational leaders at Cockroach Labs & understand their plans. You will review & provide feedback on the current Company architecture, processes, & current plans for this year.

In your first 60 days, you will have a good understanding of how Cockroach Labs operates & continue to identify opportunities to improve the Companys financial systems & cadence. You will start implementing new processes to address the more immediate needs of the Company.

After 3 months, you'll be fully integrated into the team, & our financial system  You will have built key relationships so that you are the go-to subject matter expert in your field.

The Team

Reporting to Nuha Desssoukey - GTM Finance Director

Nuha has always been passionate about technology & is dedicated to building solid FP&A teams that empower & amplify inventive businesses & products rather than constrain them.  Nuha has experience building finance teams in high-growth tech environments & has a strong understanding of both the profession & the industry. Nuha enjoys mentoring members of the  team & is proud of the continued development & incredible roles many of them have moved on to at other tech companies. In her spare time, Nuha spends a lot of time exploring outdoors with her family; hiking, biking & soaking in the sun by the beach or the pool. 

Our Benefits

• Competitive Health Insurance Coverage (for you & your dependents!)
• Paid Parental Leave (with baby bucks)
• Flexible PTO 
• Learning & Development Budget
• Relocation Support (as applicable)

Cockroach Labs is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer building a diverse & inclusive workforce. If you need additional accommodations to feel comfortable during your interview process, please email us at accessibility@cockroachlabs.com.

The annual anticipated base salary range for U.S. candidates for this role is USD $90,000 to $120,000, plus commission if a sales role. We set standard ranges for all U.S.-based roles based on function, level, & geographic location, benchmarked against similar stage growth companies. In order to be compliant with local legislation, as well as to provide greater transparency to candidates, we share salary ranges on all job postings regardless of desired hiring location.  Actual salaries may vary & fall outside of this range depending on factors such as a candidates qualifications, geographic location, skills, experience, & competencies. In addition, we are often open to a wide variety of profiles, & recognize that the person we hire may be less experienced (or more senior) than this job description as posted. Salary is one component of the Cockroach Labs total rewards package, which includes stock options, health insurance, life & disability insurance, funds towards professional development resources, flexible PTO, paid holidays, & parental leave, to name a few! Salaries for candidates outside the U.S. will vary based on local compensation structures.