Financial Analyst

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Posted Sep 5, 2026

Remote · US Full Time

$69K – $77K/yr

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Overview

This full-time, entry-level remote role (United States) is for a Financial Analyst who will organize financial information into useful views of actual performance, expected results, and the factors driving differences between plans and outcomes. Accuracy and clear communication are essential.

Forecasting involves uncertainty, so assumptions must be visible rather than hidden inside calculations. The work includes presenting alternative scenarios when a single estimate could create a false sense of precision—especially when outcomes depend on variables that may change.

You may move between financial statements, spreadsheet schedules, operating metrics, and forecast assumptions during the same week. Across tasks, the core expectations are clear assumptions, checked calculations, and conclusions presented in a way that supports decisions.

Responsibilities

Perform trend, sensitivity, and scenario analysis to show how changing assumptions may affect expected results.
Review source information and validate calculations before financial analysis is distributed or relied upon.
Build and maintain spreadsheet-based financial models for planning, comparison, and scenario analysis.
Reconcile information across schedules or reports and investigate material inconsistencies.
Assist with budgeting and forecasting by organizing assumptions, updating schedules, and checking calculations.
Document model logic, assumptions, and analytical methods so the work remains understandable and reusable.

Variance analysis should go beyond identifying whether a number is higher or lower. Where information allows, identify the 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

Interest in financial modeling, scenario analysis, and forward-looking business planning.
Foundational understanding of financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, and basic accounting principles.
Comfort learning reporting definitions, schedules, and planning processes used by the organization.
Organized documentation habits and an appreciation for traceable financial analysis.
Ability to compare results, identify material variances, and explain the drivers behind a financial change.

Strong performance means producing financial work that is technically reliable and useful to decision-makers. Supporting numbers with clear assumptions, reasonable checks, and concise explanations of key drivers is expected.