[Hiring] Strategic finance AI Expert @Weekday AI

Role Description

We are seeking a Strategic Finance AI Expert to bridge advanced analytics with high-impact financial decision-making. This role sits at the intersection of finance, strategy, and artificial intelligence, enabling leadership teams to make faster, data-driven decisions. The ideal candidate will combine strong financial acumen with hands-on experience in leveraging AI/ML tools to drive business insights, optimize unit economics, and support executive-level strategy formulation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Business Case Development:
  • Lead the creation of robust, data-backed business cases for new initiatives, investments, and strategic projects.
  • Translate ambiguous business problems into structured financial models, incorporating AI-driven forecasting, scenario planning, and sensitivity analysis.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product, operations, data science) to validate assumptions and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Unit Economics & Profitability Analysis:
  • Own the development and continuous refinement of unit economics frameworks across products, geographies, or customer segments.
  • Use advanced analytics and AI tools to identify profitability drivers, cost optimization opportunities, and revenue levers.
  • Provide actionable insights on pricing strategies, customer acquisition cost (CAC), lifetime value (LTV), and margin expansion.
• Executive & Board-Level Decision Support:
  • Partner closely with senior leadership and board members to deliver clear, concise, and insight-rich financial narratives.
  • Prepare high-quality materials including dashboards, reports, and presentations that synthesize complex data into strategic recommendations.
  • Support long-term planning, capital allocation decisions, and performance tracking against strategic objectives.
• AI-Driven Financial Modeling:
  • Integrate machine learning models and automation tools into financial planning and analysis (FP&A) processes.
  • Enhance forecasting accuracy, automate reporting workflows, and develop predictive models for revenue, costs, and risk.
  • Evaluate and implement emerging AI solutions to improve financial decision-making efficiency.
• Strategic Insights & Performance Monitoring:
  • Design and track key performance indicators (KPIs) aligned with business strategy.
  • Conduct deep-dive analyses to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
  • Act as a thought partner to business leaders, proactively recommending actions to improve financial performance and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Data Science, or a related field.
• 3–8 years of experience in strategic finance, consulting, investment banking, or FP&A, with exposure to AI/analytics.
• Strong expertise in financial modeling, valuation techniques, and scenario analysis.
• Hands-on experience with data tools such as Python, SQL, or advanced Excel; familiarity with AI/ML frameworks is highly preferred.
• Proven ability to translate complex data into clear business insights for senior stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and storytelling skills, especially in executive-facing contexts.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience in high-growth or tech-driven environments.
• Exposure to SaaS, marketplace, or platform business models.
• Ability to work in ambiguous, fast-paced settings with a high degree of ownership.

Impact

This role offers a unique opportunity to shape strategic decisions by combining financial expertise with cutting-edge AI capabilities, directly influencing growth, profitability, and long-term value creation.