Data Scientist, Finance

Summary

Figma is a company on a mission to make design accessible to all, and they are seeking a Finance Data Scientist to join their Finance Data Science team. In this role, you will build the data foundation that powers financial reporting, forecasting, and strategic decision-making while collaborating with various teams to ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial data.

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
• 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, including the requirements of the Washington Minimum Wage Act and related regulations
• Employer‑provided paid flexible PTO in addition to flexible paid sick leave
• PTO is subject to manager approval
• 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