Financial Analyst

Overview

This role involves serving as a Financial Analyst supporting budgets and forecasts. The position is remote within the United States and is full time.

Salary: $68,000–$75,000 per year

You will approach assignments methodically, document important details, and raise questions when information is incomplete.

Responsibilities

• Compare actual results with budgets and forecasts.
• Prepare recurring financial analyses and supporting schedules.
• Maintain documentation for recurring financial processes.
• Summarize financial trends in straightforward language.
• Develop scenario comparisons to support planning discussions.
• Review calculations for consistency and traceability.

Requirements

• Foundational knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Ability to organize calculations so assumptions can be reviewed easily.
• Clear written communication and attention to numerical detail.
• Ability to distinguish confirmed results from assumptions or estimates.
• Strong spreadsheet skills and comfort working with financial data.

Collaboration & Work Expectations (Remote)

• Collaborate effectively despite remote work.
• Share concise updates, ask specific questions, and maintain records that another teammate can understand without reconstructing the full history.
• Prioritize effectively as needs change; distinguish urgent requests from routine work.
• Keep open items visible and communicate early when a dependency may affect timing.

Location

Remote – United States

Desired Skills and Experience

• Financial Analysis
• Financial Modeling
• Microsoft Excel
• Budgeting
• Forecasting
• Variance Analysis
• Financial Reporting
• Data Analysis
• Financial Statements
• Scenario Analysis