Financial Analyst

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Posted Sep 5, 2026

Remote · US Full Time

$71K – $79K/yr

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Overview

This role involves working as a Financial Analyst to organize financial information into clear views of actual performance, expected results, and the factors driving differences between plans and outcomes. Accuracy and clear communication are important throughout the work.

The position includes both routine reporting and forward-looking analysis. Some assignments follow regular financial cycles, while others require scenario comparisons, variance investigation, or connecting financial results to the operating activity behind them.

Location: Remote - United States
Job Type: Full Time
Compensation: $71,000-$79,000 per year

Responsibilities

Assist with budgeting and forecasting by organizing assumptions, updating schedules, and checking calculations.
Communicate financial findings in concise business language, including risks, limitations, and areas requiring follow-up.
Document model logic, assumptions, and analytical methods to keep work understandable and reusable.
Support KPI reporting by connecting financial measures with relevant operational context.
Compare actual financial results with budgets, forecasts, and prior periods and explain meaningful variances.
Prepare recurring financial reports, management summaries, and ad hoc analyses for stakeholder review.

Variance analysis should go beyond stating whether a number is higher or lower. Where information allows, identify operational or financial drivers behind movement and explain whether differences appear temporary, recurring, assumption-driven, or in need of further review.

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Requirements

Willingness to question inconsistent inputs and resolve or escalate discrepancies before completing an analysis.
Foundational understanding of financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, and basic accounting principles.
Interest in financial modeling, scenario analysis, and forward-looking business planning.
Clear written communication and ability to summarize financial information for non-specialist stakeholders.
Comfort using Microsoft Excel or comparable spreadsheet software for calculations and organized financial schedules.

Good judgment is required when financial information is incomplete or inconsistent. Investigate the source, document the limitation, and avoid presenting uncertain results as more precise than they are.