Senior FP&A Manager, AI-Powered SaaS Forecasting

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

Job summary

ZEDEDA Inc in San Jose, CA is seeking a Senior Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis to lead the FP&A function, shaping budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning for a fast-growing SaaS edge computing company.

You will build advanced financial models, drive performance reporting, partner with cross-functional teams, and guide strategic decisions with AI-enabled forecasting, KPI tracking, and SaaS analytics. You will also oversee leadership of the FP&A team and contribute to M&A planning.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in FP&A with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• AI-enabled forecasting experience using tools like Claude.
• Advanced financial modeling, forecasting, and data analysis.
• Expert Excel skills; experience with NetSuite or similar FP&A systems.
• Strategic mindset with ability to drive growth and profitability.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for non-financial stakeholders.
• Proven leadership, mentorship, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning.
• Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models for key decisions.
• Provide insightful analysis to executive leadership and board.
• Partner with department heads to define KPIs and enable data-driven decisions.
• Own SaaS metrics including ARR, MRR, CAC, and LTV analytics.
• Conduct scenario planning and risk analyses with actionable recommendations.
• Drive process optimization and automation across FP&A, including AI adoption.
• Support M&A activities and fundraising with financial projections.

Skills

Strategic planning

Financial modeling

Forecasting

Data analysis

Excel proficiency

Leadership

Communication

Adaptability

AI-enabled forecasting

M&A knowledge

Education

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

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

ZEDEDA Inc in San Jose, CA is seeking a Senior Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis to lead the FP&A function, shaping budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning for a fast-growing SaaS edge computing company.

You will build advanced financial models, drive performance reporting, partner with cross-functional teams, and guide strategic decisions with AI-enabled forecasting, KPI tracking, and SaaS analytics. You will also oversee leadership of the FP&A team and contribute to M&A planning.