Remote Financial Analyst

Placements24; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Performance bonus

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a sharp and proactive Remote Financial Analyst to join their team. This fully remote role focuses on financial planning, forecasting, and performance analysis, delivering data-driven insights to guide strategic decisions.

You will develop and maintain financial models, analyze performance against budgets, and present dashboards to senior management. This role offers remote flexibility and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial analysis, planning, and reporting.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, financial modeling, and data analysis tools.
• Experience with financial planning software (e.g., Hyperion, Anaplan) is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and scenario analysis.
• Analyze financial performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying key trends and variances.
• Prepare detailed financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior management.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform business strategy.
• Assist in the evaluation of new business initiatives, investments, and potential acquisitions.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings within financial operations.

Skills

Financial analysis

Data analysis

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or Accounting

Tools

Excel

Hyperion

Anaplan

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a sharp and proactive Remote Financial Analyst to join their dynamic team. This position is fully remote and requires an individual with strong analytical capabilities to support financial planning, forecasting, and performance analysis. You will play a key role in providing data-driven insights to guide strategic decision-making across the organization. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who thrives in an independent, remote work environment and enjoys tackling complex financial challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and scenario analysis.
• Analyze financial performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying key trends and variances.
• Prepare detailed financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior management.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform business strategy.
• Assist in the evaluation of new business initiatives, investments, and potential acquisitions.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings within financial operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial analysis, planning, and reporting.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, financial modeling, and data analysis tools.
• Experience with financial planning software (e.g., Hyperion, Anaplan) is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance bonus.
• Fully remote work flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications.