Financial & Data Analyst

Financial Analyst / Data Analyst – Remote

SQL | Financial Modeling | Business Intelligence | FP&A

Position Type: Full-Time, Remote
Working Hours: U.S. Client Business Hours
About the Role

At Pavago , one of our clients is hiring a Financial Analyst / Data Analyst to transform financial and operational data into actionable insights that support strategic business decisions.

This role sits at the intersection of finance, analytics, and business strategy , combining financial modeling, forecasting, SQL-based data analysis, and business intelligence reporting. You’ll build dashboards, analyze trends, develop financial models, and provide leadership with accurate, data-driven recommendations that influence company performance.

If you’re passionate about turning complex data into meaningful insights and enjoy working with both financial analysis and business intelligence, this is an excellent opportunity to make a measurable impact.
What You’ll Own
Financial Modeling & Analysis

- Build and maintain three-statement financial models (P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow).

- Develop forecasts, budgets, and rolling financial projections.

- Perform scenario analysis, sensitivity analysis, and forecasting.

- Analyze ROI, IRR, break-even points, and investment performance.

- Support strategic business decisions through financial analysis and modeling.

Data Analysis & Business Insights

- Query, extract, and analyze data using SQL.

- Clean, structure, and transform datasets using Excel, Python, R, or similar tools.

- Conduct variance analysis comparing actual results against forecasts and budgets.

- Identify business trends, operational risks, and growth opportunities.

- Translate complex datasets into clear business recommendations.

Reporting & Business Intelligence

- Design and maintain dashboards using:

- Tableau

- Power BI

- Looker

- Prepare monthly financial reports, executive summaries, and board-level presentations.

- Ensure reporting is accurate, consistent, and easy to understand.

- Automate recurring reporting where possible.

Forecasting & FP&A Support

- Support budgeting and financial planning processes.

- Maintain rolling forecasts using real-time business performance.

- Improve forecasting accuracy through continuous analysis.

- Assist leadership with strategic planning and financial decision-making.

Data Quality & Governance

- Validate financial and operational data across multiple systems.

- Maintain documentation for models, assumptions, and reporting methodologies.

- Ensure reporting integrity and consistency.

- Improve data governance and reporting standards.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

- Partner with Finance, Operations, Sales, and Leadership teams.

- Present findings and recommendations in clear business language.

- Support cross-functional initiatives with structured financial analysis.

- Help leadership make informed, data-driven decisions.

Requirements
Must-Have Qualifications
Experience

- 2+ years of experience in:

- Financial Analysis

- FP&A

- Data Analytics

- Experience supporting business decision-making through financial and operational analysis.

Core Skills

- Advanced Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets, including:

- Pivot Tables

- INDEX/MATCH

- Financial Modeling

- Advanced formulas

- Strong SQL skills, including:

- Data extraction

- Joins

- Query optimization

- Experience with financial reporting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.

Technical Stack

- SQL

- Microsoft Excel / Google Sheets

- Tableau

- Power BI

- Looker

Nice to Have

- Python or R for data analysis.

- Experience with ERP systems such as:

- NetSuite

- SAP

- Oracle

- Experience supporting SaaS, Finance, Healthcare, or similar industries.

- Experience building executive dashboards and automated reporting.

What Makes You a Strong Fit

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