Remote FP&A Analyst: Strategic Financial Insights

Simera; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Simera is seeking a highly analytical Financial Analyst to support financial planning, reporting, forecasting, and data analysis. The role involves interpreting financial information, identifying trends, and delivering insights to guide business decisions.

You will analyze financial data, prepare reports, develop models, and monitor metrics like revenue, expenses, and cash flow. A remote-friendly environment and cross-functional collaboration are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing financial reports, forecasts, budgets, and financial models.
• Strong Excel or spreadsheet modeling skills.
• Experience performing variance analysis and financial reporting.
• Strong understanding of financial statements and key financial metrics.
• Ability to analyze large data and communicate meaningful conclusions.

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

Data analysis

Excel skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Bachelor's degree in Economics

Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Google Sheets

BI tools

ERP systems

Job description

Simera is seeking a highly analytical Financial Analyst to support financial planning, reporting, forecasting, and data analysis. The role involves interpreting financial information, identifying trends, and delivering insights to guide business decisions.

You will analyze financial data, prepare reports, develop models, and monitor metrics like revenue, expenses, and cash flow. A remote-friendly environment and cross-functional collaboration are encouraged.