Strategic Finance Generalist

About the Role

The Strategic Finance team partners across the business to allocate and deploy resources for the highest impact outcomes. As a key member of this team, you will be expected to stay up-to-date with market trends and best-in-class financial performance benchmarks. Your expertise in Excel will be essential in driving financial decisions and supporting the company's growth.

Openai is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment, and this role offers a chance to be part of a team that values different perspectives and experiences. With a hybrid work model that includes 3 days in the office per week, you will have the flexibility to work remotely and collaborate with your colleagues in person.

What You Will Do

• Support critical corporate finance processes, including Board reporting and evolving long-term forecasting models to support decision-making around expansion and operational strategies.
• Support strategic project work spanning transactions, capital markets activities, market research, new business model evaluations, and other business-critical initiatives.
• Create high-quality presentations for communicating Openai's financial performance.
• Distill business and cost drivers into key metrics that underpin how we communicate financial performance, allocate resources, and plan for growth.
• Identify areas of opportunity across our P&L, cash flow, and balance sheet.
• Stay current on market trends and best-in-class financial performance benchmarks.
• Work closely with our Accounting and Corporate Finance teams to build and evolve our financial reporting as well as finance team operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive business growth and improve financial performance.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support business decisions.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends and areas for improvement.

What We Are Looking For

• 8+ years of experience in strategic finance, corporate finance, investment banking, private equity, consulting, or another highly analytical role.
• A strong ability to critically evaluate opportunities and risks in financials.
• Expert modeling and analytical skills, with proficiency in Excel.
• An exemplary ability to distill complex financial information into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to tell stories with data insights.
• An understanding of business models and metrics that are relevant to Openai (i.e., B2B & B2C subscription and consumption models).
• Strong enthusiasm about technology and artificial intelligence.
• Best-in-class attention to detail and unwavering commitment to accuracy.
• Experience working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Nice to Have

• Experience with financial planning and analysis tools, such as Anaplan or Adaptive Insights.
• Knowledge of machine learning and artificial intelligence applications in finance.
• Experience working with cloud-based financial systems, such as Netsuite or Workday.
• Certification in finance or accounting, such as CFA or CPA.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options.
• Access to the latest technologies and tools.
• Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs.
• Generous paid time off and holiday policies.
• Employee stock options and equity participation.

• Tip: Make sure to highlight your Excel skills and experience in your resume and cover letter, as this is a key requirement for the role.
• Be prepared to discuss your experience with financial modeling and analysis, and how you have applied these skills in previous roles.
• Show enthusiasm for technology and artificial intelligence, and be prepared to discuss how you think these fields will impact the finance industry.
• Practice your presentation skills, as you will be expected to communicate complex financial information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Research Openai's products and services, and be prepared to discuss how you think you can contribute to the company's mission and goals.
• Be prepared to discuss your experience working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, and how you handle stress and pressure.
• Consider creating a portfolio of your work, including examples of financial models and presentations you have created in previous roles.