Starburst is the data platform for analytics, applications, and AI, unifying data across clouds and on-premises to accelerate AI innovation. Organizations—from startups to Fortune 500 enterprises in 60+ countries—rely on Starburst for fast data access, seamless collaboration, and enterprise-grade governance on an open hybrid data lakehouse. Wherever data lives, Starburst unlocks its full potential, powering data and AI from development to deployment. By future-proofing data architecture, Starburst helps businesses fuel innovation with AI.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Budget Analyst to support our financial planning and analysis functions. This role involves developing and managing budgets, forecasting financial performance, analyzing variances between actual and budgeted figures, tracking Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR), and monitoring headcount metrics. The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure financial objectives are met and provide actionable insights to drive business decisions.
As a FP&A Analyst at Starburst you will:- Budget Development & Forecasting:
- Collaborate with department heads to develop annual budgets and financial forecasts.
- Prepare detailed budget reports and presentations for senior management.
- Variance Analysis:
- Analyze actual financial results against budgeted figures to identify discrepancies.
- Provide explanations for variances and recommend corrective actions.
- Prepare quarterly variance analysis reports.
- ARR Tracking:
- Monitor and report on Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) metrics.
- Analyze trends in ARR to inform strategic planning and decision-making.
- Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to ensure accurate ARR forecasting.
- Headcount Monitoring:
- Track and report on headcount metrics, including hiring, attrition, and workforce costs.
- Analyze headcount data to support workforce planning and budgeting processes.
- Provide insights into the financial impact of staffing decisions.
- Financial Reporting & Analysis:
- Prepare and present financial reports to management and stakeholders.
- Conduct financial analysis to support business initiatives and strategic planning.
- 2-3 years of experience in budget analysis or financial planning and analysis.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel/G Sheets and financial modeling.
- Experience with financial software and ERP systems (e.g., Anaplan, Pigment).
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in SaaS or subscription-based business models.
- Familiarity with financial forecasting and budgeting best practices.
Starburst is dedicated to maintaining fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range provided for this role reflects the minimum and maximum targets for candidates across all U.S. locations and could be inclusive of variable compensation, such as commission or bonus. All employees receive equity packages (ISOs) and have access to a comprehensive benefits offering. Actual compensation packages are determined based on relevant skills, experience, education and training, and specific work location. For more information, connect with the recruiting team or Hiring Manager during the process as they can provide more detailed information about the salary range.
All-Stars have the opportunity and freedom to realize their true potential. By building alongside top talent, we’re empowered to take ownership of our careers and drive meaningful change. Anchored in industry-proven technology and unprecedented success, All-Stars are taking on the challenge everyday to disrupt our industry – and the future.
Our global workforce is supported by a competitive Total Rewards program that reflects our commitment to a rewarding and supportive work environment. This includes a variety of benefits like competitive pay, attractive stock grants, flexible paid time off, and more.
We are committed to fostering an intentional, inclusive, and diverse culture that drives deep engagement, authentic belonging, and an exceptional All-Star experience. We believe that diversity of thought, perspective, background and experience will enable us to own what we do, drive our success and empower our All-Stars to show up authentically.
Starburst provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state
or local laws.
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What We Do
At Starburst, we are working to dismantle the status quo of data silos and vendor lock-in every single day.
Starburst offers a full-featured data lake analytics platform, built on open-source Trino. Our platform includes all the capabilities needed to discover, organize, and consume data without the need for time-consuming and costly migration projects. Today more than 200 leading organizations trust us to make better decisions faster.
Though Starburst has raised $414M in venture funding from top investors, we were founded in a rather unusual way as we bootstrapped the business with customers and revenue from the very beginning! We are a remote-first company with employees all over the world and are proud to be named a Best Place to Work.
Our founders are the creators of Trino (and previously Presto at Facebook). 10 years ago, they created Trino as the analytic database to stand the test of time. Funny enough, they never had any intentions to start a company around it. 5 years ago, we started Starburst with a similarly audacious goal: To build an iconic company that would stand the test of time.
We are solving exceptionally complex and meaningful challenges here and as we innovate, we each have the opportunity to build our careers alongside Starbursts’s growth.
Starburst has raised $414 million in venture funding and we are hiring across all functions to support our massive growth!
Why Work With Us
All-Stars have the opportunity and freedom to realize their true potential. By building alongside top talent, we’re empowered to take ownership of our careers and drive meaningful change. Anchored in industry-proven technology and unprecedented success, All-Stars are taking on the challenge everyday to disrupt our industry – and the future.
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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
Working across the world, but more connected than ever We support All-Stars in different locations with a focus on our major offices in Boston, London, Warsaw, and Tel Aviv.
