Financial Planning and Analysis Expert

About the role

This position at micro1 focuses on applying financial expertise to develop and refine AI systems. The core responsibility involves analyzing complex financial and marketing datasets to extract business intelligence. This intelligence is then used to shape how AI models learn and perform, ensuring they are trained with high-quality, real-world financial input.

A key aspect of the role is the development and implementation of advanced financial models, forecasts, and scenario analyses. The expert will also create comprehensive rubrics based on their financial knowledge, which are crucial for enhancing and refining the AI models. This work directly contributes to the strategic planning and decision-making processes within the company.

Success in this role means consistently preparing and optimizing financial reporting in accordance with US GAAP/IFRS standards, while also advising on key SaaS metrics like ARR, MRR, CAC, and LTV. The expert will collaborate with various teams to ensure financial regulations and internal controls are met, ultimately informing business strategies through their financial insights and AI contributions.

The annual salary for this position ranges from $35,000 to $58,000.

Skills that matter here

• financial modeling: This role requires developing and refining financial models, forecasts, and scenario analyses.
• US GAAP/IFRS: The expert will prepare and optimize financial reporting in compliance with these accounting standards.
• SaaS metrics: This position involves advising on key SaaS metrics such as ARR, MRR, CAC, and LTV to inform business strategies.
• data analysis: The role requires analyzing complex financial and marketing datasets to deliver actionable business intelligence.
• communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are needed to distill complex concepts for diverse audiences.
• analytical mindset: A strong analytical mindset and attention to detail are essential for analyzing data and developing financial insights.

Who this role suits

• A person with a background in finance, accounting, or economics, who has at least three years of experience in FP&A or SaaS finance.
• Someone who enjoys detailed analysis and can translate complex financial information into clear insights for AI systems and business strategy.
• An individual who is meticulous about financial reporting and compliance, adhering to standards like US GAAP/IFRS.
• A professional who is comfortable collaborating with different teams and can articulate financial concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.

From the employer

• Analyze complex financial and marketing datasets to deliver actionable business intelligence.
• Develop, refine, and implement advanced financial models, forecasts, and scenario analyses.
• Create comprehensive rubrics using your field knowledge to enhance and refine AI models.
• Prepare, review, and optimize financial reporting under US GAAP/IFRS standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support strategic planning and decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls.
• Advise on key SaaS metrics, including ARR, MRR, CAC, and LTV, to inform business strategies.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in finance, accounting, FP&A, audit, or SaaS finance.
• Investment banking experience is highly preferred.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex concepts for diverse audiences.
• Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• CPA, CFA, or a similar advanced financial certification.
• 7+ years of overall professional experience.
• In-depth experience with SaaS metrics and performance analytics.