Overview:
Samsung Research America (SRA) plays a pivotal role in developing the next generation of discovery in software, user experience and services for future products that can enrich your life.
Our mission is to research and develop new technologies by partnering with the best and brightest and creating a collaborative environment between industry and academia. Headquartered in Silicon Valley, with locations in many technology centers in North America, SRA is driven to build a culture of innovation that rapidly translates research and new ideas into the unexpected.
Why Samsung?
Come and get real world experience developing innovative solutions at a global leader in the mobile revolution! Samsung internships enhance your academic goals by providing the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and apply learned theory on real commercial projects.
Position Summary:
We are looking for an experienced and bilingual senior FP&A Analyst to join our finance team who has strong financial expertise, excellent communication and reporting skills in both Korean and English, and the ability to collaborate across HQ and local team members.
This Senior FP&A analyst is responsible for driving the company’s financial planning, forecasting, and performance analysis. This role partners with cross-functional teams and senior management to deliver actionable insights that support company’s decision making.
Position Responsibilities:
- Coordinate annual and mid-long-term corporate planning cycles, including expense and headcount forecasts
- Coordinate the budget planning, monitoring, and variance analysis process, ensuring alignment with company and corporate strategy
- Support monthly/quarterly financial closing processes, including CO activities, reconciliations, and variance explanations
- Conduct monthly Flash report to executives with insights into performance trends, risks and opportunities
- Prepare, review and deliver reports, presentations, and analysis in both English and Korean, ensuring clarity, logic, accuracy for executives and CXO.
- Partner with cross-functional teams (HR, Accounting, R&D Labs) to align financial and business goals
- Contribute to process in FP&A, including automation, reporting tools, and best practice implementation
- Support investment and capital expenditure planning, including ROI and usage analysis
Required Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related field or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
- 3+ years of professional work experience in finance (FP&A), preferably in a tech or global company
- Ability to analyze complex financial data and develop solutions
- Excellent problem-solving ability along with solid analytical skills, understanding of the business process, and system optimization
- Strong bilingual fluency in Korean and English (oral and written) – Required
- Act as bridge between U.S and Korea HQ for business and financial updates
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (e.g. Excel, Word, etc.) and financial software (e.g. SAP)
- Highly analytical, detail-oriented and able to manage multiple projects under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
- Professional certification (e.g. MBA, CFA) is a plus
Additional Information
Disclosure of Trade Secrets
Samsung has a strict policy on trade secrets. In applying to Samsung and progressing through the recruitment process, you must not disclose any trade secrets of a current or previous employer.
Essential Job Functions
This position will be performed in an office setting. The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, and frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers.
Samsung Research America is committed to complying with all Federal, State and local laws related to the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact the recruiter or email [email protected].
Equal Employment Opportunity
At Samsung, we believe that innovation and growth are driven by an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce. We aim to create a global team where everyone belongs and has equal opportunities, inspiring our talent to be their true selves. Together, we are building a better tomorrow for our customers, partners, and communities.
Samsung Research America is committed to employing a diverse workforce, and provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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