Job description
In the time it takes you to read this job description, RapidSOS will have handled ~1,380 emergencies.
At RapidSOS, we are committed to using technology to build a safer, stronger future and working together to save lives. We’re in an exciting phase of growth, welcoming new members from across the globe to our mission-driven, ambitious, and inclusive team. Our work is founded on our values of trust and safety, pioneering, urgency, and purpose over pride, all of which support a company culture where people can innovate, collaborate, grow, and, above all, make an impact. If that sounds like an exciting opportunity, we want to hear from you!
At RapidSOS, we are empowering safer, stronger communities with faster, data-driven emergency response. In partnership with public safety, RapidSOS created the world’s first intelligent safety platform that securely links ife-saving data from 540 million+ connected devices, apps and sensors and 200+ technology partners directly to RapidSOS Safety Agents, 911, and first responders globally. The platform is used by over 21,000+ first responder agencies in six countries and supports 171 million+ emergencies each year. Whether there’s an unsafe moment or an emergency, RapidSOS Ready devices, vehicles, homes, or buildings deliver essential data to the right place when it matters most.
What this role is about:
You will be part of a Finance Team composed of strategic and innovative doers dedicated to bringing forward insights that influence business decisions. We challenge you to move beyond crunching numbers and running spreadsheets; in fact, our goal is to eliminate spreadsheets entirely. You will be responsible for creating systems and automating processes to handle the routine aspects of data collection and consolidation, enabling you to serve the needs of our internal business units with timely and accurate financial insights. Your goal will be to empower these units with the information they need to make informed, strategic decisions.
This is not an easy task. You will need to be a financial innovator who can anticipate challenges and build robust systems to support our rapid growth. RapidSOS is a rocketship, demanding agility and continuous adaptation to changing business needs. As the leader of a team, your challenge is to build your team and processes while maintaining the quality and integrity of our data. This role presents a significant challenge but also a tremendous opportunity for you to shape the future of our financial strategy and make a lasting impact on our company’s success.
What you’ll do:
- Develop and implement advanced financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to identify challenges and deliver actionable insights and solutions.
- Design and maintain financial models and dashboards for clear visibility into key metrics.
- Conduct in-depth financial performance analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Create and implement systems for accurate and efficient financial reporting and analysis.
- Continuously seek process improvements and implement best practices in financial planning and analysis.
- Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering growth, innovation, and excellence.
What we’re looking for in our ideal candidate:
- 5+ years of experience in FP&A, ideally in the SaaS or technology industry.
- Proven experience in building and leading FP&A functions.
- Strong proficiency in financial modeling and analysis.
- Experience with financial planning software (e.g., Adaptive Insights, Anaplan).
- Proficiency in business intelligence tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Self-directed, able to work independently, and manage multiple priorities.
- High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results orientation.
- Continuously seek process improvements and implement best practices in financial planning and analysis.
- Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering growth, innovation, and excellence.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
What we offer:
- The chance to work with a passionate team on solving one of the largest challenges globally
- Competitive salary and benefits and equity participation
- A dynamic, flexible and fun start-up work environment with a highly talented team
If you’re curious to learn more about RapidSOS, you can check out https://rapidsos.com/blog/
Starting pay for a successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include experience, relevant skills, training, education, location, business needs, or market demands. The salary range for this role is $125,000 - $140,000. This role will also be eligible to receive equity options.
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RapidSOS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or Veteran status.
Interested in the role but you don’t meet 100% of the requirements? We’d love to hear from you! We encourage you to apply; we’d be excited to see if your unique skill set and experience could be a match.
