Finance Manager

March 26

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SAM Labs

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SAM Labs is a company that provides comprehensive K-8 STEM and STEAM educational solutions tailored for elementary and middle school education. They offer curriculum-aligned lesson packs, hardware and software resources, lesson plans, and support for educators to implement STEAM education seamlessly. SAM Labs focuses on integrating STEAM and coding skills into various learning environments through their user-friendly platform, SAM Studio, which includes hands-on activities that foster skills such as problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication. The company places a strong emphasis on making STEAM education accessible to educators and engaging for students through dynamic, Bluetooth-enabled hardware and innovative curriculum.

Design • Software • Education • Edtech • STEAM

11 - 50 employees

📚 Education

🔧 Hardware

💰 $8.9M Series A on 2019-07

📋 Description

• Own and manage all aspects of US accounting end-to-end, including general ledger, AP/AR, reconciliations, payroll, and tax compliance. • Prepare and analyze monthly and annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy, GAAP compliance, and timely month-end and year-end close. • Ensure accurate and audit-ready tax filings, including sales tax, 1099s, and other federal/state requirements. • Develop financial models and reports to support budgeting, forecasting, and decision-making. • Prepare monthly financial reports to the Board, including variance analysis and insights. • Consolidate financial actuals across global entities for internal and external reporting. • Maintain and improve internal reporting systems and financial documentation. • Own and continuously improve the company’s financial model, including forecasting and scenario planning. • Lead the annual budget planning process, working cross-functionally to align plans and track performance. • Provide analytical support for key decisions and investments. • Manage 1 direct report, providing structure and support. • Build scalable processes and lay the groundwork for team expansion as the company grows. • Identify and implement enhancements to financial systems, workflows, and internal controls. • Drive automation and standardization to improve data accuracy and reduce manual work.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA preferred. • 8+ years of relevant experience in accounting and FP&A, preferably in a fast-paced or startup environment. • Proven experience in US accounting, GAAP compliance, and financial reporting. • Advanced Excel skills, including modeling, forecasting, and sensitivity analysis. • Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and ability to work independently. • Experience with NetSuite, QuickBooks, or similar financial systems. • Comfortable managing individual contributors and building processes from the ground up.

🏖️ Benefits

• Remote-first team with a mission to impact education worldwide. • Competitive salary, performance-based bonus, and equity. • High-impact, analytical role with ownership and growth potential. • Supportive and focused environment that values precision and insight.