Financial Analyst, Finance Operations/Tactical Planning at Zoox

Foster City, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Automotive, Technology, Autonomous VehiclesIndustries

Requirements

3+ years experience in an FP&A, Accounting, Business Analyst, or other analytical role
2+ years of direct experience with business process development, building and maintaining Excel-based financial models, forecast input templates, and dashboards
Experience with annual budgeting, rolling forecasting, capital budgeting, and/or long-term strategic planning
Experience with large-scale ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc), and best-in-class planning and reporting tools (Anaplan, OneStream, Looker, etc)
Ability to develop strong, cross-functional working relationships across the finance team and beyond
Highly analytical, with proven ability to synthesize and analyze large amounts of data to develop clear insights and recommendations
BA/BS degree, preferably in a Finance, Accounting, Data Science or a quantitative field
Willing and able to work through ambiguity to understand and develop process requirements and quickly ramp to take ownership of workstreams
Strive to continuously improve each workstream under scope as the company evolves
Effective collaboration and communication skills to deliver accurate and timely results with strategic insights

Responsibilities

Manage Zoox and Department level managerial reporting packages for month-end and quarter-end reporting
Update Planning Cycle templates and trackers for annual Operational Plans and quarterly Risk & Opportunities updates
Master Data Governance, ensuring accuracy and alignment across systems through company expansion into Production Manufacturing and Commercial Service
Oversee month-end goods receipt and invoice accrual investigations and maintenance
Lead Anaplan, SAP, Ariba, and other system enhancement projects to enable streamlined planning and reporting
Own, execute, and improve multiple workstreams on a monthly, quarterly, and annual cadence, including month-end close, planning and forecast cycles, managerial and ad-hoc reporting, master data governance, and corporate system enhancement projects
Interface with business partners across other Finance functions as well as Accounting, Business Applications, People Experience, and multiple Departments within the Zoox organization
Perform ad-hoc projects

Skills

Financial Modeling

Month-End Close

Planning and Forecasting

Managerial Reporting

Master Data Governance

Financial Analysis

Excel

Process Improvement

ERP Systems

Data Accuracy

Zoox

Develops autonomous electric ride-hailing vehicles

About Zoox

Zoox focuses on creating a fully integrated autonomous ride-hailing service designed specifically for urban transportation. Unlike other companies that modify existing vehicles for self-driving capabilities, Zoox has engineered its own vehicle from the ground up, optimizing it for safety, efficiency, and passenger comfort. The vehicle features advanced sensors, cameras, and AI systems that allow it to navigate complex city environments. It can carry up to four passengers in a spacious interior, ensuring a pleasant ride experience. Safety is paramount, with rigorous testing and collaboration with regulatory bodies to meet high standards. Additionally, Zoox's vehicles are fully electric, promoting sustainability by reducing emissions. The company also develops a user-friendly ride-hailing platform that uses data analytics to improve routing and reduce wait times. Zoox aims to enhance urban mobility while prioritizing safety and environmental responsibility.

Menlo Park, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2014Year Founded

$1,206.2MTotal Funding

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, Energy, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Maternity & Paternity Leave

Vacation & Paid Time Off

Sick Days

Free Lunch or Snacks

Employee Assitance Program

Risks

Increased competition from Waymo and Cruise may impact Zoox's market share.

Expansion into new cities introduces regulatory and operational challenges for Zoox.

Partnership with Williams Racing may divert focus from core vehicle development.

Differentiation

Zoox designs vehicles specifically for autonomous operation, unlike retrofitting existing cars.

Zoox's vehicles feature a unique, futuristic design with advanced AI systems.

Zoox offers a fully integrated ride-hailing service optimized for safety and efficiency.

Upsides

Zoox's expansion into Austin and Miami opens new markets and data collection opportunities.

Partnership with Williams Racing boosts Zoox's brand visibility in the U.S. market.

Hiring former Tesla executive Gao could accelerate Zoox's technological advancements.

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