What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corporate Finance Lead position at xAI?
About the Role
As a Corporate Finance Lead, you’ll shape xAI’s corporate finance strategy, driving operational KPI modeling to fuel our rapid growth. This role demands a relentless finance powerhouse—someone who can build cutting-edge financial models for a trailblazing AI company. Based in the Bay Area, you’ll be a critical member of our high-stakes, no-nonsense finance team, shaping the financial engine that powers our innovation.
Responsibilities:
- Lead financial analysis and forecasting to support xAI’s global scaling, ensuring surgical accuracy in every projection
- Design and own sophisticated operational KPI models to monitor performance and drive monetization strategies with precision
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize workflows, enforce financial discipline, and deliver valuable insights.
- Tackle high-stakes financial projects—mastering working capital, cost structures, and strategic pivots under tight timelines
- Deliver crisp, data-driven, actionable recommendations to leadership that drive immediate impact
Qualifications:
- 2–4 years as an Investment Banking Analyst, with a strong preference for tech sector experience—proven expertise in complex financial modeling is non-negotiable.
- A high-octane performer who thrives in fast-paced, high-pressure environments—grit and resilience are essential.
- Exceptional natural analytical skills, paired with a proven track record of delivering under pressure.
- Elite communication abilities—capable of translating intricate financial data into clear, compelling narratives for diverse stakeholders.
