Remote Financial Analyst – FP&A & Forecasting

simera-talent; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 75,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Simera-talent is seeking a highly analytical Financial Analyst to support financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and data analysis. You will interpret financial information, identify trends, and deliver insights for informed business decisions.

Responsibilities include preparing reports, developing models, monitoring KPIs, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Strong Excel/Sheets skills and a BA/BS in a related field are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience preparing financial reports, forecasts, budgets, and financial models.
• Strong Excel or spreadsheet modeling skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial data, business performance, and operational metrics.
• Prepare financial reports, forecasts, budgets, and management presentations.
• Develop and maintain financial models, spreadsheets, and analytical tools.
• Monitor revenue, expenses, profitability, cash flow, and key financial indicators.
• Perform variance analysis and investigate significant differences between actual and planned results.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Collect, organize, and validate financial information from multiple sources.
• Prepare regular financial and performance reports for management and stakeholders.
• Identify trends, risks, opportunities, and areas for financial improvement.
• Conduct financial and business analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Assist with scenario analysis and financial projections.
• Collaborate with Accounting, Finance, Operations, and other teams to gather and validate information.
• Maintain accurate financial models, databases, and supporting documentation.
• Research financial and market information when required.
• Ensure financial analyses and reports are accurate, timely, and consistent.
• Present findings and recommendations clearly to relevant stakeholders.
• Support special financial projects and process improvement initiatives.

Skills

financial analysis

forecasting

budgeting

financial reporting

Excel or Google Sheets

data analysis

variance analysis

communication skills

remote work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related field

Tools

Excel or Google Sheets

ERP/BI tools

Job description

Simera-talent is seeking a highly analytical Financial Analyst to support financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and data analysis. You will interpret financial information, identify trends, and deliver insights for informed business decisions.

Responsibilities include preparing reports, developing models, monitoring KPIs, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Strong Excel/Sheets skills and a BA/BS in a related field are required.