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WilsonCTS

Marketing Researcher

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

$55 - $58/hr

Onsite or hybrid preferred; fully remote may be considered for candidates based in San Francisco ... The client is a leading financial software platform that helps businesses manage their finances ...

Airspace

FP&A Analyst

Carlsbad, CA · On-site +1

$70K - $80K/yr

A bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related quantitative field. * Strong ... Location: Carlsbad, CA (Hybrid) or Remote Compensation Salary range: $70,000 - $80,000 * High ...

NovaFi Mortgage, Inc.

Underwriter

Santa Ana, CA · On-site +1

Remote Home Office - KMS Description The Wholesale Underwriter is responsible for reviewing and ... Key Responsibilities * Review and analyze loan applications, credit reports, and financial ...

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Decision Scientist II, Mobile

Santa Monica, CA · On-site +1

$130K - $155K/yr

Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field such as mathematics, computer science, statistics, or ... Employer-matched 401(k) plan #LI-Remote The US base salary range for this full-time position is ...

Verge Inc.

Software Product Manager

Fremont, CA · Remote

... of financial and budgetary plans Analyze current operational processes and performance ... remote location Establishes quantitative and qualitative metrics, guidelines, and standards by ...

Asset Living

Controller

Folsom, CA · Remote

$110K - $150K/yr

Excellent critical reasoning, quantitative, and analytical skills * Deep understanding of financial ... Remote Pay Range $110,000--$150,000 USD

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As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote quant finance in California is $167,506.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $132,700.00 and $196,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Remote Quant Finance job involves working in quantitative finance roles, such as quantitative analyst or quantitative developer, while operating from a location outside a traditional office setting. These professionals use mathematical models, statistical techniques, and programming skills to analyze financial data, develop trading strategies, and manage risk for banks, hedge funds, or investment firms. Remote roles allow for more flexible work arrangements and often require strong communication and technical skills, as collaboration happens virtually. The core tasks remain similar to in-office quant roles, focusing on data analysis, model development, and financial research.

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To thrive as a Remote Quant Finance professional, you need strong quantitative analysis skills, a background in mathematics, statistics, or finance, and typically an advanced degree such as a Master's or PhD. Proficiency in programming languages like Python or C++, experience with data analysis tools, and familiarity with financial modeling platforms are essential. Excellent problem-solving abilities, self-motivation, and clear communication are crucial soft skills for remote collaboration and complex project execution. These skills ensure accurate financial modeling, effective teamwork across locations, and the ability to deliver insights that drive investment strategies.

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Financial Planning & Analysis, Principal 18348

Synopsys

Sunnyvale, CA • On-site, Remote

$161K/yr

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

General Information
Job Title
Principal Financial Planning & Analysis
Job ID
18348
City
Sunnyvale
State/Province
California
Date Posted
10-Aug-2026
Job Category
Finance
Job Subcategory
Financial Planning & Analysis
Hire Type
Employee
Remote Eligible
Yes
Base Salary Range: $161000 - $241000
Descriptions & Requirements
Job Description and Requirements
We Are
Synopsys is the leader in engineering solutions from silicon to systems, enabling customers to rapidly innovate AI-powered products. We deliver industry-leading silicon design, IP, simulation and analysis solutions, and design services. We partner closely with our customers across a wide range of industries to maximize their R&D capability and productivity, powering innovation today that ignites the ingenuity of tomorrow.
You Are
You are a seasoned FP&A professional with a decade plus of experience building budgets, forecasts, and models and are the bridge between Finance and Business leadership. You understand that FP&A is like a puzzle and you're able to see how the individual pieces all contribute to the big picture. You understand that the key to maximizing the value FP&A provides is by developing informed and integrated financial outcomes resulting from trusted and transparent relationships with partners across the org.
You communicate effectively with partners at all levels, translating complex financial requirements into terms non-financial audiences can understand. You can shift seamlessly from advising and challenging senior leaders to building the financial acumen of less experienced business partners, helping drive stronger business outcomes.
You thrive in dynamic, ambiguous, fast-paced environments with shifting priorities and deadlines. You recognize trade-offs, take ownership of your work, operate independently, and make sound decisions with confidence. You also focus on creating repeatable, scalable solutions and processes.
What You'll Be Doing
Financial Management
  • Lead day-to-day financial operations for Go-to-Market Strategy & Operations, including Sales Operations, Deal Operations, Business Operations, License Compliance, Sales Enablement, and Field Marketing.
  • Partner with COE to manage all aspects of integrated financial planning and analysis including developing driver-based financial models to support annual budget, monthly forecasting, variance analysis, scenario modeling, and supporting month end close.
  • Design and improve existing financial processes to increase forecast accuracy, investment and decision-making capabilities

Business Partnership
  • Serve as a trusted Finance advisor for each business unit leader. Assess risks and opportunities versus annual company targets and develop strategies to maximize financial opportunities, mitigate risks, and close gaps.
  • Lead executive-level financial reviews which translate results, risks and opportunities into recommendations.
  • Support business performance discussions, long-range planning, annual operating plans, forecasts, headcount planning, cost optimization, and investment tradeoffs.
  • Partner with Sales and Deal Operations to evaluate deal profitability, cashflow impacts and ROI

The Impact You Will Have
  • Your intimate knowledge and documentation of the financial underpinnings of the organization provide leadership the headlights to make informed decisions, hit or exceed their financial targets, and contribute to the overall financial success of Synopsys.
  • Your reviews will highlight areas of risk, opportunity, and your guidance will inform leadership to deliver optimal outcomes.
  • You will be raising the bar on documentation, speed, and efficiency by developing scalable and AI enabled / automated solutions for forecasting, reporting, and analysis.
  • You will elevate the financial acumen of non-financial business partners to enable them to understand the impacts their decisions have on forecast and budget.
  • You will support partners within other Finance functions, HR, Procurement, and Business Operations

What You'll Need
  • 8-10+ years of progressive finance, FP&A, controllership, corporate finance, business finance, or government contracting finance experience, including senior leadership responsibility in a complex organization.
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a quantitative discipline. Advanced degree or professional qualification such as MBA, CPA, CMA or CFA is a plus.
  • Strong knowledge of US GAAP, financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, revenue, bookings, margin analysis, cost controls, cash flow, headcount planning, management reporting, and executive decision support.

Who You Are
  • Strategic thinker with strong financial and business acumen, financial judgment, and the ability to make decisions in an ambiguous environment.
  • Clear, confident communicator who translates financial complexity into business terms that resonate with individuals of varying levels of financial acumen.
  • Collaborative and influential individual
  • High-integrity individual who understands confidentiality, maintains control discipline, and models sound judgment in high-stakes financial, contractual, and compliance situations.

The Team You'll Be Part Of
The BU FP&A teams are the key go-between for Finance and Business leadership and the projections and insight the teams provide are critical for decision making at the most senior levels of the organization.
You'll join the Commercial BU FP&A team reporting to the Director Commercial FP&A and partner with IC peers in the US and in the COE who support Worldwide Sales and the Customer Success & Technical Sales Group in addition to GTM Strategy & Operations. As the recent Ansys integration and GTM leadership changes bring new stakeholders and processes together, our FP&A team is positioned to develop strong business partnerships and shape future financial and operational processes for the GTM team.
At Synopsys, we want talented people of every background to feel valued and supported to do their best work. Synopsys considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, military veteran status, or disability.
In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible for an annual bonus, equity, and other discretionary bonuses. Synopsys offers comprehensive health, wellness, and financial benefits as part of a competitive total rewards package. The actual compensation offered will be based on a number of job-related factors, including location, skills, experience, and education. Your recruiter can share more specific details on the total rewards package upon request. The base salary range for this role is across the U.S.
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About Synopsys

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Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq:SNPS) is the Silicon to Software partner for creative companies developing the electronic products and software applications we rely on every single day. As the world's 15th largest software company, Synopsys has a long history of being a global leader in electronic design automation (EDA) and semiconductor IP and is also growing its leadership in software quality and security solutions. Whether you're a system-on-chip (SoC) designer building advanced semiconductors, or a software developer writing applications that require the highest quality and security, Synopsys has the solutions needed to deliver exceptional, secure products for the era of connected everything. The company is headquartered in Mountain View, California, and has approximately 113 offices located throughout North America, South America, Europe, Japan, Asia and India. Since 1986, Synopsys has been at the heart of accelerating electronics innovation with engineers around the world having used Synopsys technology to successfully design and create billions of chips and systems that are found in the electronics that people rely on every single day.

Industry

Computer and computer peripheral equipment and software wholesalers

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Mountain View, CA, US

Year founded

1986

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