At Sonos we want to create the ultimate listening experience for our customers and know that it starts by listening to each other. As part of the Sonos team, you’ll collaborate with people of all styles, skill sets, and backgrounds to realize our vision while fostering a community where everyone feels included and empowered to do the best work of their lives.
This role can be done from home
Building the world’s leading sound experience starts with the experience we provide for our people. That’s why we’ve been distributed from the start: initially between offices in Boston & Santa Barbara, and now with additional offices in Seattle. This role can be done from anywhere in the United States - any of our offices, or remotely from home. It’s about impact, not location.
The Product FP&A team is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to support OPEX planning and reporting and help drive process improvements. In this role, you will serve as a trusted business partner and advisor to functional teams across Product & Global Operations.
Key responsibilities include managing planning and forecasting with business partners, supporting monthly and quarterly close and reporting, overseeing OPEX budgets, and developing financial models.
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
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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.
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Collaborate with Accounting during month- and quarter-end close to ensure accurate accruals and analyze results against forecast.
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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.
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Partner with Finance Systems teams to develop tools and reports that enhance forecast accuracy and insight; support system upgrades and implementations.
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Identify and lead cross-functional process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and transparency in reporting and performance.
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Support key business partners through ad hoc analysis and project work.
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Collaborate on long-term financial planning efforts and strategic projections for supported functions.
What You’ll Need
Basic Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field.
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Minimum of 4 years of progressive experience in FP&A, accounting, consulting, or a related field.
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Advanced skills in Excel or Google Sheets, with the ability to work with large data sets and provide actionable insights.
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Familiarity with U.S. GAAP accounting principles, accrual accounting, full P&L structure, and budget management processes.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Experience with FP&A business partnering in a consumer electronics, retail, or manufacturing environment.
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Strong analytical and critical thinking skills; ability to synthesize data from multiple sources for forecasting and planning.
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Problem-solving mindset with the ability to break down complex issues and identify solutions.
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Effective interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to present financial information to stakeholders with varying levels of financial literacy.
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Experience with Google Workspace and collaborative project tools.
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Familiarity with Anaplan (or similar cloud-based planning tools), SAP, and visualization or dashboarding platforms (e.g., Tableau, Microstrategy); basic SQL knowledge is a plus.
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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.
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At Sonos we consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation, which may lead individual compensation to vary depending on job related qualifications, skills, and experience. All full time employees are eligible for merit increases, discretionary bonuses, and equity. Our job postings may span more than one career level and the base pay range may be modified in the future based on changing market conditions. The starting base pay for this role for all US candidates is between:
$86,000 and $107,000
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:
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Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
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A 401(k) plan with company matching and immediate vesting
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An Open Time Off policy (OTO) so you have maximum opportunity to disconnect and recharge, with no tenure-based vacation accruals required
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80 hours of sick time upon hire, refreshed annually
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Up to 12 paid holidays per calendar year
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12 weeks of paid Bonding Leave following the birth or adoption of a new child, plus up to an additional 12 weeks of Medical Leave for birthing parents under our Short Term Disability policy
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Company-paid Disability, Life, and AD&D Insurance
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Voluntary benefits, including Voluntary Life, AD&D, Accident, and Pet Insurance
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Mental health benefits to support your holistic well-being
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A generous employee discount program & Sonos Radio HD - on us!
For a holistic overview of our benefits, please visit sonosbenefits.com.
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.
Your profile will be reviewed and you'll hear from us once we have an update. At Sonos we take the time to hire right and appreciate your patience.
Notice to U.S. Job Applicants: Sonos is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Follow the links to review the EEO is the Law poster and its supplement. Sonos is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
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