Director, Strategic Finance at Scale AI

San Francisco, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Artificial Intelligence, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Minimum of 4+ years of financial analysis experience working directly in Corporate Finance and Strategic Finance
  • Minimum of 4 years working in Investment Banking, Private Equity, Hedge Funds or Growth Equity Funds
  • Deep understanding of B2B SaaS businesses, scaling a technology business
  • Experience improving and streamlining processes, and developing solutions to operational inefficiencies
  • Demonstrated excellent project management skills, ability to manage and manipulate large data sets, critically analyze existing processes, and identify opportunities for process improvement
  • Strong knowledge of Google Suite, MS Office; expert Excel modeling skills and Salesforce
  • Strong executive presence and interpersonal skills; ability to lead discussions with the Executive Team
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and grow a high functioning Finance team and deliver quality results as a team leader
  • Demonstrated ability to build outstanding and effective relationships with cross-functional teams
  • Experience with financial systems (e.g. Anaplan, Adaptive Insights)

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute financial strategies to support Scale growth objectives, including capital raising, strategic and financial planning, and budgeting
  • Create internal executive reporting including close, financial reporting, board, investor reporting and other management presentations
  • Be a thought partner to all business leaders and help resolve competing business priorities and determine proper investment allocation by department and Business Unit
  • Lead the preparation of financial analysis, business insights and presentation materials for regular financial and business updates to the leadership team
  • Lead, grow and develop a team of high performing finance professionals
  • Partner with accounting to support month-end close, flux review processes, and deliver high-quality financial reporting
  • Own and create financial models, including forecasting, budgeting, and cash burn analysis. Determine the appropriate processes, methodologies, variables, and modeling techniques to develop and deliver forecasts. Develop reports and monitor metrics for forecasting
  • Design, automate, and optimize flexible finance processes to meet the needs of a dynamic and fast-growing business environment
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to develop and prioritize strategic initiatives that drive revenue growth, cost optimization, and operational efficiency
  • Own, refine financial systems roadmap in partnership with our Business Transformation team

Skills

Financial Strategy
Strategic Planning
Budgeting
Financial Modeling
Forecasting
Executive Reporting
Board Reporting
Investor Reporting
Cash Flow Analysis
Capital Raising
Month-End Close
Flux Analysis
Team Leadership

Scale AI

AI platform for data and models

About Scale AI

Scale AI provides a platform that helps businesses develop AI applications by utilizing their enterprise data to customize generative models. The platform includes tools for collecting, curating, and annotating data, as well as features for evaluating and optimizing models. Scale works with a variety of clients, including major tech companies like Microsoft and Meta, government agencies such as the U.S. Army and Airforce, and startups like Brex and OpenSea. What sets Scale apart from its competitors is its comprehensive suite of tools and services that focus on safely unlocking the value of AI. The company's goal is to enhance the performance of advanced language models and generative models, making AI more accessible and effective for its clients.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$1,558.9MTotal Funding
SERIES_FCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health, Dental & Vision Coverage - Our health plans give you the flexibility to select the right coverage for you and eligible family members through a variety of plan options.
Easy to use 401(K) - Plan and invest for the future with a 401(k) via Guideline. Scale’s 401(k) plan provides you an opportunity to defer compensation for your long-term savings.
Wellness Fund - We care about the physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing of all Scaliens. Our $100/month wellness stipend can be used for gym memberships, acupuncture, meditation apps, and so much more.
Virtual Social Activities - Being remote has not stopped us from hosting fun virtual events. From trivia night to candle making, we ensure employees are fostering connections & building strong relationships.
Learning & Development - We know how important career growth is for Scaliens, so we offer a $500/year L&D stipend to help support continued development throughout your journey.
Flexible hours allow you to work when you are most productive. You can work with your manager to best plan your daily work schedule.
Generous Paid Time Off - Enjoy time to travel or plan a staycation. We encourage employees to take time off to recharge and prevent burnout. We have a flexible PTO policy where each employee is afforded the flexibility to take planned time-off as needed.
Commuter Benefits - Set aside pre-tax dollars to use on qualified transportation expenses to help ease your commute.
Parental Leave - Balancing work and family is essential, and Scale understands the importance of having adequate leave policies in place to promote a healthy home and work life.

Risks

Legal issues over labor practices could harm Scale AI's reputation and financial standing.
Controversial stance on DEI may deter potential talent and partnerships, affecting growth.
Expansion in San Francisco could increase operational costs amid uncertain economic conditions.

Differentiation

Scale AI offers comprehensive data annotation for AI, unlike competitors focusing on single modalities.
The platform supports diverse clients, from tech giants to government agencies, enhancing its versatility.
Scale AI's commitment to AI safety initiatives sets it apart in responsible AI development.

Upsides

Growing demand for AI data annotation boosts Scale AI's market potential and client base.
Expansion into defense applications opens new revenue streams and strategic partnerships.
Partnerships with AI safety organizations enhance Scale AI's reputation as a responsible AI leader.

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