Financial Analyst

Overview

This entry-level Financial Analyst role supports budgeting, expense analysis, and financial reporting. Work includes organizing information, verifying calculations, and preparing accurate financial schedules with clear explanations of results.

Location: Remote - United States
Employment type: Full-time
Annual base salary: $65,000-$75,000 USD

Responsibilities

• Investigate discrepancies by tracing figures to their source and requesting clarification.
• Record assumptions and maintain organized working files so calculations can be reviewed.
• Compile financial information from approved sources and check it for completeness and consistency.
• Update budget and forecast worksheets using documented assumptions.
• Prepare actual-versus-budget comparisons and explain material differences in revenue or spending.
• Assist with recurring financial reports, including checking formulas and supporting schedules.

Requirements

• Foundational knowledge of accounting concepts and the relationship between income statements, balance sheets, and cash-flow statements.
• Familiarity with Excel formulas, lookup functions, and pivot tables.
• Ability to work carefully with numerical information and explain calculations.
• Strong organization, written communication, and attention to deadlines.
• Understanding of the importance of handling financial information confidentially.

Relevant study in finance, accounting, economics, or a related subject is helpful. Academic budgeting and financial modeling projects can demonstrate relevant skills.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Microsoft Excel
• Budgeting
• Forecasting
• Variance analysis
• Financial reporting
• Financial modeling
• Accounting fundamentals
• Financial statements
• Data reconciliation
• Communication

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual base salary range: $65,000-$75,000 USD