Technical FP&A Analyst
San Mateo, California, United States - Full-time
Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility. The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users, from utility inspectors to first responders, soldiers in battlefield scenarios and beyond.
About the Role:
We’re looking for a Technical FP&A Analyst who combines strong financial judgment with data and automation skills. This role sits at the intersection of finance, data systems, and decision support. You will partner with leaders to drive planning and reporting while also designing automated pipelines, dashboards, and tools that improve the speed and quality of financial insights.
The ideal candidate is both a finance operator and a builder — someone comfortable owning forecasts and budgets while also writing queries, automating workflows, and leveraging AI tools to eliminate manual reporting.
How you'll make an impact:
Own budgets and forecasting for partner teams, delivering clear reporting and financial insights that support strategic decisions
Support close cycles, board preparation, and ad hoc analysis while managing deadlines across reporting and planning processes
Build automated workflows, dashboards, and reporting pipelines that replace manual processes and improve speed and accuracy
Write SQL queries and work across platforms such as Palantir Foundry, Databricks, and NetSuite to transform and deliver financial data
Leverage AI tools and programmatic workflows to accelerate analysis, generate reports, detect anomalies, and automate repetitive finance tasks
What makes you a good fit:
A foundation in finance or accounting through a degree or work experience
Strong SQL skills; you're comfortable writing non-trivial queries and can debug someone else's
Experience with at least one enterprise data platform (Databricks, Palantir Foundry, Snowflake, or similar)
A track record of materially improving processes through task automation or alerting/notifications
Comfort operating in ambiguity
Clear communication skills; you can explain a result to someone who doesn't share your background
Bonus points for:
Familiarity with Python, JavaScript, or other foundational languages
Experience implementing or administering finance planning tools such as Workday Adaptive or Anaplan
Familiarity with NetSuite or other ERP systems
Compensation:
At Skydio, our compensation packages for regular, full-time employees include competitive base salaries, equity in the form of stock options, and comprehensive benefits packages. Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience. Relocation assistance may also be provided for eligible roles. The annual base salary range for this position is $120,000 - $150,000*. Fundamentally, we believe that equity is the key to long-term financial growth, and we ensure all regular, full-time employees have the opportunity to significantly benefit from the company's success. Regular, full-time employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s group health insurance plans. Regular, full-time employees are eligible to receive the following benefits: Paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay and 401K savings plan. This position and all associated benefits are subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as the Company’s policies and eligibility criteria.
*Compensation for certain positions may vary based on the position’s location.
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