FP&A Lead: AI-Powered SaaS Forecasting & Growth

Zededa; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

ZEDEDA, a leading edge AI edge computing company, is seeking an experienced FP&A leader to drive budgeting, forecasting and strategic financial planning from its San Jose office. You will own SaaS metrics, build advanced models, and collaborate with executives to steer growth and profitability.

The role requires 7+ years in FP&A, a finance degree, and strong leadership, communication, and AI-enabled forecasting skills to accelerate speed and accuracy across the finance function.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in FP&A with leadership experience in a high-growth SaaS or tech company.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• AI-enabled forecasting experience using tools like Claude or similar.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with NetSuite or similar systems.
• Strategic mindset with ability to generate actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning & Analysis: Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range plans with strategic recommendations.
• Financial Modeling & Forecasting: Develop models to evaluate product launches, pricing, margins and GTM initiatives; use AI tools to accelerate forecasting.
• Performance Reporting: Prepare monthly/quarterly/annual reports and present insights to execs and board.
• Business Partnering: Collaborate with dept. heads to provide KPIs and data-driven decisions.
• SaaS Metrics & Revenue Analytics: Track ARR, MRR, net revenue retention, CAC, CLV; identify optimization opportunities.
• Scenario Planning & Risk Management: Run scenario analyses and actionable recommendations.
• Process Optimization & Automation: Improve finance processes and promote automation and AI.
• M&A & Fundraising Support: Assist diligence and projections for potential deals and fundraising.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Modeling

Forecasting

Data Analysis

AI Forecasting

Strategic Thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

Tools

Excel

NetSuite

Job description

ZEDEDA, a leading edge AI edge computing company, is seeking an experienced FP&A leader to drive budgeting, forecasting and strategic financial planning from its San Jose office. You will own SaaS metrics, build advanced models, and collaborate with executives to steer growth and profitability.

The role requires 7+ years in FP&A, a finance degree, and strong leadership, communication, and AI-enabled forecasting skills to accelerate speed and accuracy across the finance function.