Platform Science

Sr. Financial Analyst

San Diego, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Services, Software as a Service (SaaS)Industries

Requirements

Candidates should possess 5+ years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) or a related field, with a focus on forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis, preferably within a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) environment. A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field is required, along with strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel for financial modeling and data analysis.

Responsibilities

The Sr. Financial Analyst will design, build, and maintain internal reporting systems to provide leadership with relevant data insights, identify and propose enhancements to FP&A tools and processes, lead the operating expense (opex) budgeting and forecasting processes, including preparing monthly forecasts and conducting variance analysis, collaborate with technical teams to report on and analyze hosting and data costs, provide revenue forecasting support and conduct ad hoc financial analyses as needed, work with departmental leads to prepare annual budgets and quarterly updates, and support the preparation of presentations for executives, the board, and investors as opportunities arise.

Skills

Financial Analysis
Forecasting
Budgeting
Excel
Data Analysis
Adaptive Planning
Problem-Solving
Financial Modeling

Platform Science

Fleet management solutions for large operators

About Platform Science

Platform Science offers a configurable open platform for the transportation industry, focusing on telematics and fleet management solutions. Their products include a connected vehicle platform, mobile device management, and a fleet management portal, which help large fleet operators transition from outdated systems to more advanced technology. These tools enable fleet operators to manage mobile devices and applications, monitor operations, and ensure safety and maintenance through a single portal. Unlike competitors, Platform Science emphasizes ease of use and quick deployment, making it accessible for clients. The goal is to enhance efficiency, improve the driver experience, and provide future-proof solutions for fleet management.

Key Metrics

San Diego, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2015Year Founded
$350.1MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Parental Leave

Risks

Emerging IoT fleet management startups increase competition in the market.
Economic downturns may reduce investment in fleet management technologies.
Reliance on OEM partnerships poses risks if relationships are disrupted.

Differentiation

Platform Science offers a configurable open platform for modern telematics solutions.
The company provides enterprise-grade applications tailored for large fleet operators.
Platform Science's platform is easy to use and ready out of the box.

Upsides

Platform Science raised $125 million to accelerate innovation in transportation.
Partnerships with OEMs and companies like Averitt enhance their market position.
ISO 27001 certification boosts trust and compliance in fleet management.

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