Senior Financial Analyst, Commercial FP&A - OpEx

This role is a hybrid position

Some roles require an office while others may be done remotely. This position is considered hybrid, allowing for a combination of remote work and in-office collaboration. Qualified applicants must live within commuting distance of our Boston, Seattle or Santa Barbara office locations.

The Commercial FP&A team is seeking a Financial Analyst to support OPEX planning, reporting and to help drive insights and decisions through data. In this role, you will serve as a trusted business partner and advisor to the commercial organization. Key responsibilities include managing planning and forecasting with business partners, supporting monthly and quarterly close and reporting, overseeing OPEX budgets, developing financial models, and delivering actionable insights through data analysis. 
This position requires strong collaboration and communication skills, a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, and a thoughtful, proactive approach to projects. We welcome candidates who are eager to contribute, willing to learn, and open to navigating ambiguity in a fast-paced environment.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the annual planning and monthly forecasting process with business partners; maintain planning calendars and input templates in Anaplan; analyze forecast-to-forecast variances with clear explanations.

• Collaborate with Accounting during month-end and quarter-end close to ensure accurate accruals and analyze results against forecast.

• Gather, analyze, and interpret complex data sets to develop actionable insights that support strategic decision-making and drive business growth

• Serve as a subject matter expert for OPEX variance drivers versus Plan and Forecast; support consolidated OPEX storytelling in partnership with the Core FP&A team.

• Provide inputs and identify risks & opportunities in support of the weekly P&L flash process

• Partner with Finance Systems teams to develop tools and reports that enhance forecast accuracy and insight; support system upgrades and implementations.

• Identify and lead cross-functional process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and transparency in reporting and performance.

• Support key business partners through ad hoc analysis and project work.

• Collaborate on long-term financial planning efforts and strategic projections for supported functions.

What You’ll Need
Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field.

• Minimum of 5+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, accounting, consulting, or a related field.

• Advanced skills in Excel or Google Sheets, with the ability to work with large data sets and provide actionable insights.

• Familiarity with U.S. GAAP accounting principles, accrual accounting, full P&L structure, and budget management processes.

• Qualified applicants must be able to work from an office location for part of (or the majority of) the work week.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with FP&A business partnering in a consumer electronics, retail, or manufacturing environment.

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills; ability to synthesize data from multiple sources for forecasting and planning.

• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to break down complex issues and identify solutions.

• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to present financial information to stakeholders with varying levels of financial literacy.

• Experience with Google Workspace and collaborative project tools.

• Familiarity with SAP(or other large ERP systems) and  Anaplan (or similar cloud-based planning tools),

• Experience with data analysis tools and techniques, such SQL, Snowflake and data visualization platforms like Tableau or Power BI.

• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, adapt to change, and maintain a high standard of integrity and accuracy.

Research shows that some candidates may not apply for roles if they don't meet all the criteria. If you don’t have 100% of the skills listed, we strongly encourage you to apply if interested.

Visa Sponsorship: Sonos is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at this time. We ask that applicants be authorized to work for any US employer, both now and in the future.

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The base pay range for this role based off geographic location is:

The specific pay offered will depend on the candidate’s geographic location, as well as qualifications and experience. We apply geographic pay differentials based on the cost of labor in the market.  Employees in high-cost locations may be compensated at the upper end of the range, while those in medium or low cost markets may be compensated at the lower end of  the range. Your recruiter can provide more details about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process. 

Please note that compensation details listed in US job postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

We also offer a comprehensive benefits program with choice and flexibility in mind to help support the health, wealth, and overall well-being of our employees. Regular full time employees in the US are eligible for benefits on day one, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• A 401(k) plan with company matching and immediate vesting

• An Open Time Off policy (OTO) so you have maximum opportunity to disconnect and recharge, with no tenure-based vacation accruals required

• 80 hours of sick time upon hire, refreshed annually

• Up to 12 paid holidays per calendar year

• Sonos offers a generous paid leave program for new parents or to care for a family member with a serious health condition, as well as short- and long-term disability for your own medical condition

• Company-paid Disability, Life, and AD&D Insurance

• Voluntary benefits, including Voluntary Life, AD&D, Accident, and Pet Insurance

• Mental health benefits to support your holistic well-being

• A generous employee discount program & Sonos Radio HD - on us!

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

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