Remote Senior Financial Analyst

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Health benefits

Professional development

Remote-first work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst for a fully remote, international role with operational ties to our East London financial hub. The position emphasizes high-level financial insights, forecasting, budgeting, and strategic analysis from anywhere in the world.

You will build and maintain complex models, analyze variances, deliver monthly reports and dashboards, and advise on new initiatives while collaborating across departments and supporting data-driven decisions with robust

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or related role.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, Excel, and data analysis tools (e.g., SQL, Tableau, Power BI).
• Strong understanding of IFRS/GAAP and corporate finance.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and concisely.
• Experience working in a remote or distributed team environment.
• Strong self-discipline and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain complex financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning.
• Analyze financial performance against budget and forecast, identifying key variances and drivers.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, management dashboards, and ad-hoc analysis.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support business decision-making.
• Assist in the evaluation of new business initiatives and investment opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather financial data and provide analytical support.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation within financial analysis.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and economic factors that may impact financial performance.

Skills

Financial modeling

Excel proficiency

SQL

Tableau

Power BI

IFRS/GAAP

FP&A

Remote work

Education

Master's degree

Tools

SQL

Tableau

Power BI

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding international firm with a significant operational presence linked to **East London, Eastern Cape**, is seeking an experienced Senior Financial Analyst for a fully remote position. This role is critical in providing high-level financial insights, supporting strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis. You will work closely with various departments to drive financial performance, identify cost-saving opportunities, and support key business decisions through robust data analysis and financial modeling. This is a remote-first opportunity, allowing you to contribute to our client's success from anywhere in the world, while being operationally connected to our **East London** financial hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain complex financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning.
• Analyze financial performance against budget and forecast, identifying key variances and drivers.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, management dashboards, and ad-hoc analysis.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support business decision-making.
• Assist in the evaluation of new business initiatives and investment opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather financial data and provide analytical support.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation within financial analysis.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and economic factors that may impact financial performance.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or a related role.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, Excel, and data analysis tools (e.g., SQL, Tableau, Power BI).
• Strong understanding of financial principles, accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP), and corporate finance.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and concisely.
• Experience working in a remote or distributed team environment.
• Strong self-discipline and time management skills.

Benefits

This is a fully remote position offering exceptional flexibility. Our client provides a competitive salary package, generous performance bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits program including health and wellness support. We invest in our employees' growth through continuous learning opportunities and professional development. This role offers a unique chance to work with a globally connected team, leveraging cutting-edge financial tools and analysis from your preferred location, while remaining integral to our **East London**-based operations. Join us and make a significant impact from anywhere.