Senior Analyst, Samba TV

• We are looking for someone who can connect the details of a P&L to the broader trajectory of the business
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related quantitative field
• 2–4 years of progressive experience in FP&A, Corporate Finance, Investment Banking, or Transaction Services
• Advanced financial modeling skills with demonstrated ability to build integrated, multi-schedule models from scratch—including cash flow timing, capitalization logic, and scenario analysis
• Strong understanding of accrual accounting and how operational decisions flow through to the full set of financial statements
• Demonstrated aptitude for learning and implementing financial software; experience with ERP and planning systems preferred
• Financial Acumen: Deep understanding of the interplay between P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow
• Analytical Rigor: Uncompromising commitment to accuracy and logical model construction
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to connect detailed financial data to broader business objectives
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment while maintaining focus under tight deadlines
• Communication: Ability to distill complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders

Desirable

• Samba TV is seeking a Senior Analyst, FP&A to serve as a foundational member of the Finance organization
• Reporting directly to the Director of Corporate Development & FP&A, you will play a central role in building and professionalizing the company's financial planning infrastructure
• This role requires both strategic thinking and executional precision
• You will own the integrity of our operational forecasts, contribute to the design and implementation of modern planning systems, and serve as a trusted financial partner to business leaders across the organization
• Maintain and evolve the company's integrated financial models, including detailed P&L, balance sheet schedules, working capital dynamics, and long-term cash flow projections
• Build new models from scratch as business needs evolve—translating complex operational and contractual structures into accurate GAAP and cash forecasts
• Drive the annual budgeting and rolling forecast cycles, synthesizing cross-functional inputs to produce projections that inform executive and Board-level decisions
• Lead monthly variance analysis, identifying root causes of budget deviations and translating findings into clear narratives for leadership
• Standardize the tracking and reporting of critical business metrics, including ARR, NRR, CAC, and unit economics
• Contribute to the long-term design of a scalable financial architecture, including the migration from spreadsheet-based planning to dedicated FP&A systems
• Develop and document standard operating procedures to ensure consistency, accuracy, and scalability in financial reporting
• Partner with the Finance team during month-end close to validate accruals, reconcile data, and ensure alignment with GAAP reporting
• Serve as the dedicated finance partner for functional leaders across the organization, including revenue and product teams
• Collaborate with department heads to build bottoms-up budgets, manage headcount planning, and evaluate ROI on strategic initiatives
• Provide quantitative analysis and strategic support for capital allocation decisions, special projects, and ad-hoc operational initiatives
• What Success Looks Like in This Role
• The operational models are maintained as reliable, accurate reflections of current business performance—including the full balance sheet and cash impact of key business activities
• Monthly reporting is delivered on time with clear variance explanations and actionable insights
• Financial systems and processes evolve toward greater automation and scalability
• Department heads view Finance as a valued partner in managing budgets and optimizing spend
• Financial processes are documented, scalable, and continuously improved