Financial Analyst

NeuroHire is seeking a motivated, analytical, and detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join our team. In this role, you will support financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and data analysis to help drive informed business decisions and improve financial performance. You will work closely with finance, operations, and business teams to analyze financial data, monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), identify financial trends, and prepare reports that support strategic planning and business growth. This position is ideal for an early-career professional who has a strong interest in financial analysis, financial modeling, business performance, and data-driven decision-making. Key Responsibilities Collect, organize, and analyze financial data to support business planning and financial decision-making. Assist in preparing budgets, financial forecasts, and periodic financial reports. Perform variance analysis by comparing actual financial results against budgets and forecasts. Develop and maintain financial models, spreadsheets, and analytical reports. Monitor key financial metrics, including revenue, expenses, profitability, cash flow, and operating costs. Use Microsoft Excel to perform financial calculations, data analysis, and reporting. Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial performance reports. Analyze financial trends, identify discrepancies, and highlight opportunities for cost optimization. Support financial planning and analysis (FP\&A) activities across business functions. Collaborate with finance, operations, and management teams to understand financial requirements and reporting needs. Develop dashboards and visualizations to present financial performance and business insights. Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis to support management decisions and strategic initiatives. Maintain accurate financial records, documentation, and reporting processes. Identify opportunities to improve financial reporting accuracy and operational efficiency. Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Financial Management, Business Analytics, or a related field. 0--1 year of experience in Financial Analysis, Financial Planning \& Analysis (FP\&A), Accounting, or a related analytical role. Strong understanding of financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, lookup functions, and financial data analysis. Understanding of budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and variance analysis. Familiarity with financial modeling and fundamental financial analysis techniques. Knowledge of key financial concepts, including revenue, expenses, profitability, margins, and cash flow. Strong analytical and quantitative skills with attention to detail. Familiarity with financial data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau is an advantage. Basic knowledge of SQL or Python for financial data analysis is a plus. Understanding of financial performance metrics, business KPIs, and financial reporting principles. Ability to interpret financial data and communicate findings effectively. Strong problem-solving, critical-thinking, and organizational skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and manage multiple priorities. Preferred Qualifications Academic projects, internships, or practical experience involving financial analysis, budgeting, or financial modeling. Familiarity with financial planning and analysis (FP\&A) processes. Exposure to accounting or financial management software such as QuickBooks, NetSuite, or SAP. Experience creating financial dashboards, reports, or analytical presentations. Basic understanding of corporate finance, investment analysis, and business valuation concepts. Opportunity to contribute to an innovative, AI-powered technology company. Hands-on exposure to financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and business analysis. Opportunities to strengthen financial modeling, analytical, and reporting skills. Collaborative environment that encourages knowledge sharing and continuous learning. Opportunities for professional development and career growth. Exposure to real-world financial data, business performance metrics, and strategic decision-making. Opportunity to contribute to financial process improvements and meaningful business initiatives. If you are passionate about finance, financial analysis, and transforming financial data into meaningful business insights, we encourage you to apply and grow your career with NeuroHire.