Financial Analyst

Overview

This role supports budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis of business performance. Responsibilities include building and maintaining spreadsheet-based financial models, comparing actual results to budgets and forecasts, and explaining financial findings in practical business terms.

• Job Type: Full Time
• Location: Remote - United States
• Salary: $67,000-$75,000 per year

Responsibilities

• Document model logic, assumptions, and analytical methods so the work remains understandable and reusable.
• 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.
• Build and maintain spreadsheet-based financial models for planning, comparison, and scenario analysis.
• Support KPI reporting by connecting financial measures with relevant operational context.
• 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 by identifying drivers (when information allows) and noting whether differences appear temporary, recurring, assumption-driven, or in need of further review.

Requirements

• Comfort using Microsoft Excel or comparable spreadsheet software for calculations and organized financial schedules.
• Interest in financial modeling, scenario analysis, and forward-looking business planning.
• 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.
• Clear written communication and ability to summarize financial information for non-specialist stakeholders.
• Good judgment when financial information is incomplete or inconsistent, including investigating sources, documenting limitations, and avoiding presenting uncertain results as more precise than they are.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Budgeting, Forecasting, Variance Analysis, Financial Reporting, Data Analysis, Financial Statements, and Scenario Analysis.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $67,000-$75,000 per year

Location

• Remote - United States