In the time it takes you to read this job description, RapidSOS will have handled ~1,380 emergencies.
At RapidSOS, we are committed to using technology to build a safer, stronger future and working together to save lives. We’re in an exciting phase of growth, welcoming new members from across the globe to our mission-driven, ambitious, and inclusive team. Our work is founded on our values of elevating purpose, inventing tomorrow, delivering with urgency, serving with integrity, and winning together, all of which support a company culture where people can innovate, collaborate, grow, and, above all, make an impact.
RapidSOS is the leading public safety AI company that unlocks mission-critical intelligence for first responders and security teams – enabling faster, smarter and more accurate emergency response. Real-time data from the world’s largest safety network of 700M+ devices, 200+ global enterprises, and 23,000+ federal, state and local agencies fuels the RapidSOS HARMONY AI engine that delivers this intelligence to those who need it most. Learn more at www.RapidSOS.com.
What this role is about:
We are looking for an FP&A Manager who treats financial analysis as a systems problem — building the logic and workflows that let the business make faster, better decisions, and partnering with BI and data teams to put that logic into durable systems. You will join a Finance Team of strategic doers dedicated to eliminating manual spreadsheets and building automated, robust systems that support a "rocketship" growth trajectory. This role is about transforming raw data into the strategic insights that empower our internal business units to make informed decisions.
What you’ll do:
As the owner of key FP&A pillars, you will ensure our financial engine runs with precision and agility:
- Core Modeling: Own and evolve the company’s core operating models, including sophisticated financial modeling and scenario/sensitivity analysis.
- Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the development and implementation of advanced financial planning and forecasting processes.
- Business Partnering: Act as a strategic partner to cross-functional teams, identifying challenges and delivering actionable solutions.
- Close & Variance Analysis: Support monthly and quarterly close processes, providing deep-dive variance analysis to identify trends and risks.
- Reporting Packages: Deliver timely, accurate monthly reporting packages for the executive team and board.
- KPI Management: Own the development and maintenance of KPI dashboards and performance metrics.
- Systems and Automation: Partner with BI and data engineering to move recurring analysis out of spreadsheets and into governed systems.
- Cross-functional Influence: Raise the analytical bar across finance and the business through the quality of your work.
What we’re looking for in our ideal candidate:
- Experience: 5+ years in FP&A, banking, consulting, or equity research. SaaS or tech exposure preferred, not required.
- Technical Stack: Fluent with modern AI tools (Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor). Comfortable in Excel and Sheets when needed, but oriented toward moving analysis into durable systems.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
- Mindset: A self-directed "financial innovator" who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
- Skills: Strong first-principles problem solving, clean analytical reasoning, and conclusion-first written communication.
What we offer:
- The chance to work with a passionate team on solving one of the largest challenges globally
- Competitive salary and benefits and equity participation
- A dynamic, flexible and fun start-up work environment with a highly talented team
If you're curious to learn more about RapidSOS, you can check out https://rapidsos.com/blog/
Starting pay for a successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include experience, relevant skills, training, education, location, business needs, or market demands. The salary range for this role is $125,000-150,000 This role will also be eligible to receive equity options.
If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents linked here: https://rapidsos.com/legal/emergency-related-services-privacy-policy/
RapidSOS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or Veteran status.
Interested in the role but you don’t meet 100% of the requirements? We’d love to hear from you! We encourage you to apply; we’d be excited to see if your unique skill set and experience could be a match.
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