Junior Financial Analyst

Placements24; Southampton; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first culture

Mentorship program

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in the United Kingdom seeks a Junior Financial Analyst to join a fully remote finance team. This entry-level role suits a recent graduate eager to gain hands-on experience in financial analysis, reporting, and modeling.

You will support senior analysts, prepare monthly reports, contribute to forecasting models, and help with data analysis and presentations. A remote-first culture and Mentorship program support your career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent Excel skills and familiarity with financial modeling.
• Excellent communication and collaboration for remote work.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial reports, variance analyses, and budget updates.
• Support the development and maintenance of financial models for forecasting and scenario planning.
• Collect and analyze financial data from various sources to identify trends and anomalies.
• Help prepare presentations and reports for management review.
• Collaborate with team members on ad-hoc financial projects and analyses.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Attention to detail

Remote collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Tools

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an ambitious and eager Junior Financial Analyst to join their fully remote finance team. This entry-level position offers a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional to gain hands-on experience in financial analysis, reporting, and modeling. You will support senior analysts and the finance department in various tasks, contributing to accurate financial forecasting and strategic planning. Working remotely, you will collaborate with team members across different locations, utilizing digital tools to communicate and manage projects effectively. This role is perfect for someone passionate about finance who wants to build a solid foundation in a supportive, remote-first culture and grow within a dynamic organization. You will be integral in supporting key financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial reports, variance analyses, and budget updates.
• Support the development and maintenance of financial models for forecasting and scenario planning.
• Collect and analyze financial data from various sources to identify trends and anomalies.
• Help prepare presentations and reports for management review.
• Collaborate with team members on ad-hoc financial projects and analyses.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• Basic understanding of financial principles, accounting, and financial modeling concepts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with financial software is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, suitable for a remote work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary with potential for annual increases.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance benefits.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Extensive training and mentorship programs to support career growth.
• A flexible and inclusive remote work culture.