[Remote] Data Scientist, Finance

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Figma is a company dedicated to making design accessible to all, and they are seeking a Finance Data Scientist to enhance their financial data systems. This role involves building data foundations for financial reporting and collaborating closely with various teams to ensure the accuracy and effectiveness of financial metrics.ResponsibilitiesOwn and improve the data models that power Figma's financial reporting, including ARR, revenue, billings, collections, and other key business metricsBuild scalable reporting systems, forecasts, and analytical frameworks that support Finance, Accounting, Investor Relations, and executive leadershipDrive data accuracy and completeness across month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes alongside Strategic Finance and Accounting teamsCollaborate with Engineering, Product, GTM Systems, and Financial Systems teams to ensure the completeness and accuracy of financial dataConduct deep-dive analyses that inform strategic decisions and uncover opportunities to improve business performanceDefine, measure, and operationalize key financial and operational metricsDesign and implement durable data solutions that balance immediate stakeholder needs with long-term scalabilityServe as a trusted thought partner to Finance leaders, helping guide reporting, forecasting, and decision-making across the businessSkills3+ years of experience in Data Science, Analytics, Finance, Financial Systems, Data Engineering, or a related fieldAdvanced SQL skills and strong proficiency in Python or a similar programming languageExperience supporting Finance, Accounting, Strategic Finance, FP&A, Investor Relations, or other finance-focused stakeholdersDemonstrated ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable business insights for non-technical stakeholdersExperience working independently and driving projects from ambiguity to executionExperience with SaaS, subscription-based, usage-based, or consumption-based business modelsKnowledge of accounting concepts and revenue recognition principles (ASC 606)Experience with modern analytics and data engineering tools such as DBT, Snowflake, Git, Spark, Presto, or similar technologiesExperience supporting IPO readiness, public company reporting, SOX controls, audits, or other major corporate milestonesBackground in Strategic Finance, FP&A, Accounting, Investment Banking, Consulting, or related fieldsBenefitsEquity to employeesHealth, dental & visionRetirement with company contributionParental leave & reproductive or family planning supportMental health & wellness benefitsGenerous PTOCompany recharge daysA learning & development stipendA work from home stipendCell phone reimbursementSales incentive pay for most sales rolesAn annual bonus plan for eligible non-sales rolesCompany OverviewFigma is a collaborative design tool that enables teams to create, prototype, and test digital products on one platform. It was founded in 2012, and is headquartered in San Francisco, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.figma.com.Company H1B SponsorshipFigma has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 12 in 2026, 47 in 2025, 27 in 2024, 32 in 2023, 35 in 2022, 16 in 2021, 6 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.