Data Scientist, Finance

Summary

Figma is growing its Finance Data Science team to enhance the accuracy and scalability of financial data systems as the company evolves. The Finance Data Scientist will build data foundations for reporting, forecasting, and strategic decision-making, collaborating with various teams to ensure data integrity and support executive decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Own and improve the data models that power Figma's financial reporting, including ARR, revenue, billings, collections, and other key business metrics
• Build scalable reporting systems, forecasts, and analytical frameworks that support Finance, Accounting, Investor Relations, and executive leadership
• Drive data accuracy and completeness across month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes alongside Strategic Finance and Accounting teams
• Collaborate with Engineering, Product, GTM Systems, and Financial Systems teams to ensure the completeness and accuracy of financial data
• Conduct deep-dive analyses that inform strategic decisions and uncover opportunities to improve business performance
• Define, measure, and operationalize key financial and operational metrics
• Design and implement durable data solutions that balance immediate stakeholder needs with long-term scalability
• Serve as a trusted thought partner to Finance leaders, helping guide reporting, forecasting, and decision-making across the business

Skills

• 3+ years of experience in Data Science, Analytics, Finance, Financial Systems, Data Engineering, or a related field
• Advanced SQL skills and strong proficiency in Python or a similar programming language
• Experience supporting Finance, Accounting, Strategic Finance, FP&A, Investor Relations, or other finance-focused stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable business insights for non-technical stakeholders
• Experience working independently and driving projects from ambiguity to execution
• Experience with SaaS, subscription-based, usage-based, or consumption-based business models
• Knowledge 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 technologies
• Experience supporting IPO readiness, public company reporting, SOX controls, audits, or other major corporate milestones
• Background in Strategic Finance, FP&A, Accounting, Investment Banking, Consulting, or related fields

Qualifications

Must Haves

• 3+ years of experience in Data Science, Analytics, Finance, Financial Systems, Data Engineering, or a related field
• Advanced SQL skills and strong proficiency in Python or a similar programming language
• Experience supporting Finance, Accounting, Strategic Finance, FP&A, Investor Relations, or other finance-focused stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable business insights for non-technical stakeholders
• Experience working independently and driving projects from ambiguity to execution

Nice to Haves

• Experience with SaaS, subscription-based, usage-based, or consumption-based business models
• Knowledge 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 technologies
• Experience supporting IPO readiness, public company reporting, SOX controls, audits, or other major corporate milestones
• Background in Strategic Finance, FP&A, Accounting, Investment Banking, Consulting, or related fields

Benefits

• Equity to employees
• Competitive package of additional benefits, including health, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement benefits with company contributions
• Parental leave and reproductive or family planning support
• Mental health and wellness benefits
• Paid time off
• Paid sick leave
• Holidays, and other leave benefits in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws
• Exempt employees are eligible for employer-provided paid flexible PTO in addition to flexible paid sick leave
• PTO is subject to manager approval
• Additional benefits may include company recharge days
• Cell phone and home internet reimbursements
• A number of lifestyle spending accounts
• Sales incentive compensation for most sales roles
• An annual bonus plan for eligible non-sales roles