Senior Financial Analyst

Job Title: Senior Financial Analyst

Location: Remote (EST Timezone)

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9 AM to 6 PM EST

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Financial Analyst to join our finance team. This role focuses on supporting the company with general accounting practices and financial planning & analysis (FP&A), ensuring efficient financial operations and accurate reporting. The ideal candidate will be responsible for month-end closing activities, FP&A modeling, cash forecasting, and enhancing financial procedures and systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct general ledger accounting and financial reporting, utilizing NetSuite; experience with other financial systems is acceptable, with training on NetSuite provided.

Lead FP&A activities including cash flow forecasting, management of forecast models, and month-end reporting.

Develop comprehensive financial models, including three-statement models, to support decision-making processes.

Handle complex financial analysis and revenue recognition tasks, ensuring compliance with GAAP.

Prepare detailed reports for board presentations and other internal communication.

Engage in M&A activities, providing analytical support and insights (preferred, but not required).

Manage and improve financial and accounting processes and systems.

Requirements:

Minimum of 8 years of finance experience within a corporate setting, not limited to consultancy or banking roles.

Thorough understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards.

Strong capability in financial modeling and experience with major accounting software packages; direct experience with NetSuite is a plus.

Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Excellent attention to detail with the ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.

Good communication skills in English are essential for effective collaboration with internal teams.

Proactive and curious nature, with the willingness to initiate contact and ask questions to resolve issues.

Desirable Attributes:

Experience in tax handling and media sector finance.

Previous involvement in mergers and acquisitions.

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or similar qualification.