Financial Analyst

Overview

This role involves supporting budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and business performance analysis. The position focuses on working carefully with financial information and translating results into practical explanations for stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare recurring financial reports, management summaries, and ad hoc analyses for stakeholder review.
• Review source information and validate calculations before financial analysis is distributed or relied upon.
• Analyze revenue, expenses, margins, and other financial or operating measures to identify performance drivers.
• Document model logic, assumptions, and analytical methods so work remains understandable and reusable.
• 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.
• Perform variance analysis that goes beyond identifying whether amounts are higher or lower; when information allows, identify operational or financial drivers and determine whether differences appear temporary, recurring, assumption-driven, or in need of further review.

Qualifications

• Clear written communication and ability to summarize financial information for non-specialist stakeholders.
• Interest in financial modeling, scenario analysis, and forward-looking business planning.
• Strong numerical reasoning, attention to detail, and a disciplined approach to checking financial information.
• Ability to compare results, identify material variances, and explain the drivers behind financial changes.
• Foundational understanding of financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, and basic accounting principles.

Desired Skills and Experience

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

Compensation & Benefits

• $71,000-$79,000 per year

Location

• Remote — United States

Job Type

• Full Time

Remote Work Requirements

Successful remote work requires steady follow-through, organized communication, and the ability to complete assigned responsibilities independently while asking timely questions when clarification is needed.