Junior FP&A Controller

Akur8 is a young, dynamic, fast growing Insurtech scale-up that is transforming insurance pricing and reserving with transparent machine learning.

Our SaaS platform leverages the power of transparent machine learning and predictive analytics to inject game-changing speed, performance and reliability into insurers’ pricing and reserving processes.

Powered by skilled R&D, Product & Actuarial teams we’ve developed unique AI algorithms that automate the insurance pricing and reserving in an unprecedented manner.

This results in a pricing solution that enables insurance companies to model risks 10 times faster with greater predictive power than traditional methods, whilst including next-generation reserving features, offering an end-to-end platform that anticipates and accounts for future claims.

Akur8 has already been selected:

• In CB Insights Top 50 World Insurtech Companies 2024

• In Insurtech Global’s Top 100 AIFinTech list 2024

• In Fintech Global’s Top 100 AIFinTech list 2024

• In CNBC’s World Top 150 Insurtech Companies 2024

With 42 nationalities on our team and offices in 8 major global cities, Akur8’s solution is international by design, serving over 320 clients across 4 continents, and focusing on mature markets to drive faster growth.

To learn more about Akur8, and what we do, click here.

Akur8 is, in all senses of the term, an equal opportunities employer. Akur8 puts diversity, equality and inclusion at the heart of its values. We examine all applications based on equal skills and applying the principles of non-discrimination.

We’re seeking a hands-on and detail-oriented Junior FP&A to reinforce our finance team. This role is central to our financial operations, with a strong focus on monthly reporting, investor communication, ESG tracking, and project support. As part of the Finance & Legal team, you will report to our FP&A lead and play a key part in ensuring financial rigor and strategic alignment as we continue our global expansion.

Key Responsibilities

Monthly Closing & KPI Reporting

• Prepare and analyze monthly financial dashboards with key SaaS KPIs (ARR, churn, CAC, etc.)

• Develop performance variance analyses (vs. forecast, budget, and prior periods)

• Collaborate with accounting to understand variances and with FP&A lead to improve future forecasts

• Drive consistency and accuracy in reporting
  

Investor Reporting

• Complete ad hoc financial and ESG reporting requests for investors, including detailed commentary

• Support cross-functional teams in providing data and insights for investor decks

Cost Tracking & Optimization

• Track and analyze operational and departmental spend vs. budget

• Provide cost visibility to department leads and propose cost-saving opportunities

• Participate in reviewing procurement decisions and spend commitments
  

French Tax Credits (CIR)

• Contribute to documentation and analysis related to Crédit d’Impôt Recherche (CIR)

• Coordinate with R&D, legal, and accounting to ensure eligibility and compliance
  

ESG Initiatives & Strategic Projects

• Maintain dashboards and tracking tools for ESG initiatives (e.g., carbon footprint, DEI, governance)

• Support internal stakeholders in setting, tracking, and reporting ESG goals

• Participate in transversal company projects, including ERP enhancements, new processes, or international expansion efforts
  

Miscellaneous

Support company and finance initiatives that will materialize as the company grows

You are currently enrolled in a Master’s degree program, ideally in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.

Skills

• Strong financial analysis and Excel/Google Sheets skills

• Familiarity with BI and ERP tools (e.g., NetSuite, Looker, Power BI) is a plus

• Good understanding of SaaS metrics and ESG frameworks

• Highly organized, proactive, and adaptable to a scale-up environment

• Excellent communication skills in English & French

As a newcomer, you'll be joining a diverse, highly skilled and motivated team, with a strong Tech DNA, colleagues that are eager to share their knowledge and passion.

But it’s not all work, you’ll also be part of a dynamic team that enjoys spending time together and having fun.

In addition to this, we will provide you with:

• Competitive apprenticeship compensation

• 25 days of paid holidays + RTT

• Gym membership with Gymlib + corporate sporting activities

• Excellent health insurance with Alan

• Swile lunch vouchers

• Public transportation reimbursement + sustainable mobility allowance

• Free cafeteria with fresh fruit, drinks and snacks

• Great office in the heart of the 9th arrondissement of Paris