[Remote] Data Scientist, Finance
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Figma is a company dedicated to making design accessible to all, and they are seeking a Finance Data Scientist to enhance their financial data systems. This role involves building data foundations for financial reporting and collaborating closely with various teams to ensure the accuracy and effectiveness of financial metrics.
Responsibilities
- Own and improve the data models that power Figma's financial reporting, including ARR, revenue, billings, collections, and other key business metrics
- Build scalable reporting systems, forecasts, and analytical frameworks that support Finance, Accounting, Investor Relations, and executive leadership
- Drive data accuracy and completeness across month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes alongside Strategic Finance and Accounting teams
- Collaborate with Engineering, Product, GTM Systems, and Financial Systems teams to ensure the completeness and accuracy of financial data
- Conduct deep-dive analyses that inform strategic decisions and uncover opportunities to improve business performance
- Define, measure, and operationalize key financial and operational metrics
- Design and implement durable data solutions that balance immediate stakeholder needs with long-term scalability
- Serve as a trusted thought partner to Finance leaders, helping guide reporting, forecasting, and decision-making across the business
Skills
- 3+ years of experience in Data Science, Analytics, Finance, Financial Systems, Data Engineering, or a related field
- Advanced SQL skills and strong proficiency in Python or a similar programming language
- Experience supporting Finance, Accounting, Strategic Finance, FP&A, Investor Relations, or other finance-focused stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable business insights for non-technical stakeholders
- Experience working independently and driving projects from ambiguity to execution
- Experience with SaaS, subscription-based, usage-based, or consumption-based business models
- Knowledge of accounting concepts and revenue recognition principles (ASC 606)
- Experience with modern analytics and data engineering tools such as DBT, Snowflake, Git, Spark, Presto, or similar technologies
- Experience supporting IPO readiness, public company reporting, SOX controls, audits, or other major corporate milestones
- Background in Strategic Finance, FP&A, Accounting, Investment Banking, Consulting, or related fields
Benefits
- Equity to employees
- Health, dental & vision
- Retirement with company contribution
- Parental leave & reproductive or family planning support
- Mental health & wellness benefits
- Generous PTO
- Company recharge days
- A learning & development stipend
- A work from home stipend
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Sales incentive pay for most sales roles
- An annual bonus plan for eligible non-sales roles
Company Overview
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