Financial Analyst

Overview

This role is for a Financial Analyst supporting forecasting, budgeting, and ongoing financial reporting. The work blends spreadsheet-based analysis with careful review of assumptions, variances, and financial trends, helping stakeholders understand what changed and why it matters.

• Location: Remote - United States
• Job Type: Full Time
• Compensation: $70,000-$78,000 per year

Responsibilities

• Review source information and validate calculations before financial analysis is distributed or relied upon.
• Support KPI reporting by connecting financial measures with relevant operational context.
• Improve recurring financial reporting processes while maintaining appropriate review controls.
• 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.
• Prepare recurring financial reports, management summaries, and ad hoc analyses for stakeholder review.

Additional expectations:

• Forecasting involves uncertainty—assumptions should be visible rather than hidden inside calculations.
• Present alternative scenarios when a single estimate could create a false sense of precision.
• Perform variance analysis beyond stating whether numbers are higher or lower; where possible, identify drivers behind the movement and determine whether the difference appears temporary, recurring, assumption-driven, or in need of further review.
• Identify what changed, understand the assumptions behind the result, and communicate implications without overstating what the information can prove.

Requirements

• Clear written communication and the ability to summarize financial information for non-specialist stakeholders.
• 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 a financial change.
• Ability to manage assigned priorities independently while collaborating through digital tools in a remote environment.
• Willingness to question inconsistent inputs and resolve or escalate discrepancies before completing an analysis.
• Dependable communication and self-management (organize work, respond to reasonable update requests, and use shared digital tools to keep responsibilities and handoffs clear).

Preferred Qualifications

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