Senior FP&A Analyst at Planet

San Francisco, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, Technology, GeospatialIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or other quantitative major
4+ years of relevant experience in a financial, accounting or consulting role
Knowledge of financial reporting, including accounting operations, processes, risks and controls
Proficient financial modeling, Excel and presentation skills
Ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously with creativity and sound judgment while prioritizing to meet tight deadlines
Solid knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and CapEx management

Responsibilities

Create detailed financial models and enhance existing models inclusive of OpEx, headcount and CapEx in support of Planet’s space systems team
Improve and maintain the consolidated corporate financial model, including managing a rolling forecast for the business
Assist the development of annual and recurring forecasts and scenarios, focusing on the underlying business drivers, key financial and operating metrics, and sensitivity analysis
Work cross-functionally across the organization to drive process improvements
Develop and monitor goals, highlighting trends and explaining causes of variances to forecast as part of month end close process
Work closely with the accounting team to ensure timely and accurate financial closes
Track and analyze KPIs across all departments
Implement new processes and lead system requirements to streamline financial operations
Ad hoc financial modeling and analysis
Regular monthly reporting
Maintaining financial systems
Supporting business partners

Skills

FP&A

Financial Modeling

Financial Reporting

Financial Systems

Forecasting

Budgeting

Cross-functional Collaboration

Planet

High-resolution satellite imagery subscription service

About Planet

Planet captures high-resolution satellite images of the Earth using a fleet of small satellites called Doves. These satellites provide near-daily, detailed imagery across eight different bands, allowing clients to monitor environmental changes, manage resources, plan urban developments, and respond to disasters. The company operates on a subscription-based model, giving clients access to a vast library of images and data analytics tools. This approach ensures consistent revenue as clients require ongoing updates. Planet differentiates itself by offering customized solutions and educational resources through Planet School, helping users effectively utilize their platform. The goal of Planet is to be a leader in the geospatial intelligence market, providing valuable insights through frequent and detailed Earth observation.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2010Year Founded

$617.1MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, AerospaceIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Sabbatical Leave

Remote Work Options

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

Home Office Stipend

Phone/Internet Stipend

Tuition Reimbursement

Equity

Commuter Benefits

Volunteering Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Risks

Increased competition from companies like Antaris threatens market share.

Recent layoffs may impact operational efficiency and innovation.

Expansion of partnerships may stretch resources, reducing service quality.

Differentiation

Planet operates the largest fleet of Earth-imaging satellites globally.

Their subscription model ensures continuous revenue from diverse sectors.

Planet's AI-driven analytics enhance satellite imagery insights significantly.

Upsides

AI-driven analytics can expand into agriculture and urban planning sectors.

Partnerships with platforms like UP42 enhance data offerings and capabilities.

Smart city management using satellite data offers new revenue streams.

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