Senior Accountant - Financial Reporting at Samsara
Atlanta, Georgia, USA -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Nov, 25

Salary

95200.0

Posted On

06 Aug, 25

Experience

1 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Financial Reporting, Accounting Software, Microsoft Excel

Industry

Accounting

Description

WHO WE ARE

Samsara (NYSE: IOT) is the pioneer of the Connected Operations™ Cloud, which is a platform that enables organizations that depend on physical operations to harness Internet of Things (IoT) data to develop actionable insights and improve their operations. At Samsara, we are helping improve the safety, efficiency and sustainability of the physical operations that power our global economy. Representing more than 40% of global GDP, these industries are the infrastructure of our planet, including agriculture, construction, field services, transportation, and manufacturing — and we are excited to help digitally transform their operations at scale.
Working at Samsara means you’ll help define the future of physical operations and be on a team that’s shaping an exciting array of product solutions, including Video-Based Safety, Vehicle Telematics, Apps and Driver Workflows, Equipment Monitoring, and Site Visibility. As part of a recently public company, you’ll have the autonomy and support to make an impact as we build for the long term.

FLEXIBLE WORKING

At Samsara, we embrace a flexible working model that caters to the diverse needs of our teams. Our offices are open for those who prefer to work in-person and we also support remote work where it aligns with our operational requirements. For certain positions, being close to one of our offices or within a specific geographic area is important to facilitate collaboration, access to resources, or alignment with our service regions. In these cases, the job description will clearly indicate any working location requirements. Our goal is to ensure that all members of our team can contribute effectively, whether they are working on-site, in a hybrid model, or fully remotely. All offers of employment are contingent upon an individual’s ability to secure and maintain the legal right to work at the company and in the specified work location, if applicable.

Responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLE:

In this role, you will work with the Head of Financial Reporting to drive all SEC financial reporting activities. You will also own the accounting and reporting for the Company’s equity awards, and help drive initiatives to improve the Company’s external reporting process. You will work closely with the Accounting team and across the organization (Tax, Legal, Finance, Investor Relations), as well as with external auditors and consultants. The ideal candidate is highly self-motivated, analytical, thrives in a fast-paced environment, highly organized and detail-oriented, and is comfortable problem-solving and building effective relationships across the Company.
This is a remote position open to candidates residing in the US except Alaska, Austin Metro, Boulder Metro, California, Chicago Metro, Connecticut, Dallas Metro, Denver Metro, Houston Metro, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Seattle Metro, and Washington, D.C. Relocation assistance will not be provided for this role.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL:

  • Own the preparation and review of the Company’s SEC filings, including Form 10-Qs, 10-Ks, 8-Ks, and annual proxy statements, as well as ensuring appropriate iXBRL tagging of related content in Workiva.
  • Prepare the Company’s consolidated financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, stockholders’ equity, and cash flows) and footnote disclosures, and ensure they are presented in accordance with GAAP guidelines.
  • Gather supporting data, perform tie outs and analysis for SEC filings.
  • Perform flux analyses to support the quarter-end close and drafting of the MD&A.
  • Identify proper accounting and disclosure and assist in performing related research and documentation of such issues in accounting whitepapers; propose suitable disclosures and benchmark against industry standards.
  • Apply ASC 718 principles in the accounting and reporting for the Company’s equity programs, including employee stock purchase plan, etc., including valuation and disclosures for external reporting.
  • Work closely with external auditors to support the successful completion of SAS 100 quarterly reviews and annual audit.
  • Prepare presentations, including review and tie out, for executive management and Audit Committee.
  • Identify and implement process improvements and controls.
  • Maintain the reporting calendar to inform stakeholders of necessary deadlines for the Form 10-Q/K and 8-K earnings compliance.
  • Participate in special projects as required.
  • Provide training and support on Workiva SEC Reporting Solution.
  • Champion, role model, and embed Samsara’s cultural principles (Focus on Customer Success, Build for the Long Term, Adopt a Growth Mindset, Be Inclusive, Win as a Team) as we scale globally and across new offices.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ROLE:

  • Bachelor’s degree, preferably in accounting.
  • Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience.
  • Minimum of 2 years of professional work experience in financial reporting, including at least 1 year of experience at a public company or public accounting firm.
  • Experience with ASC 718 principles.
  • Strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (US GAAP), accounting processes, and SOX requirements.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software.
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