Remote Financial Analyst

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work flexibility

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a sharp and analytical Remote Financial Analyst to join their finance team. The role focuses on financial modeling, forecasting, variance analysis, and KPI reporting, all performed remotely.

You'll collaborate with stakeholders, present insights to senior management, and drive strategic decisions while enjoying complete remote flexibility and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in financial analysis or FP&A.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with financial modeling tools.
• Familiarity with BI tools (Tableau, Power BI) is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and remote communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop financial models to support forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning.
• Analyze financial performance, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to stakeholders.
• Prepare regular financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior management.
• Conduct variance analysis and investigate discrepancies between actual results and forecasts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather financial data and understand business drivers.
• Monitor key financial metrics and KPIs to track business performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Economics/Accounting

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

About the Role

Our client is searching for a sharp and analytical Remote Financial Analyst to join their fully remote finance department. This role is crucial for providing essential financial insights, supporting strategic planning, and driving informed business decisions. You will be responsible for financial modeling, forecasting, variance analysis, and reporting on key performance indicators, all while working independently from your chosen location. This is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional who thrives in a virtual setting and is passionate about leveraging data to influence business strategy, supporting operations across various regions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop financial models to support forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning initiatives.
• Analyze financial performance, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to stakeholders.
• Prepare regular financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior management.
• Conduct variance analysis and investigate discrepancies between actual results and forecasts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather financial data and understand business drivers.
• Monitor key financial metrics and KPIs to track business performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or a similar role.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with financial modeling tools.
• Familiarity with BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, particularly in a remote context.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for bonuses.
• Complete remote work flexibility, allowing work from anywhere.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development in a virtual environment.