Financial Analyst - FP&A

Pavago·Workable
South AfricaPosted Jul 6, 2026
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Financial Analyst – FP&A

Position Type: Full-Time, Remote

Working Hours: U.S. Business Hours

About the Role

We are looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Financial Analyst – FP&A to help leadership make smarter financial decisions through accurate reporting, forecasting, and business analysis.

In this role, you will work closely with the CEO, Accounting Manager, and external consultants to analyze company performance, build financial reports, monitor profitability, and support strategic planning across multiple business locations.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with numbers, identifying business trends, and turning financial data into meaningful insights.

Responsibilities

Financial Analysis & Reporting

  • Build and maintain financial models for revenue, expenses, margins, and EBITDA.
  • Prepare weekly and monthly financial reports for leadership.
  • Analyze business performance across multiple locations and identify trends.
  • Monitor profitability and recommend opportunities to improve financial performance.

Forecasting & Planning

  • Support the company's 13-week cash flow forecast.
  • Update financial forecasts and identify potential financial risks.
  • Assist with budgeting and long-term financial planning.

Business Insights

  • Analyze financial and CRM data to identify revenue trends, cost variances, and profit opportunities.
  • Present findings and recommendations in a clear and easy-to-understand manner.
  • Prepare reports and presentations for leadership meetings.

Collaboration

  • Work closely with the CEO, Accounting Manager, and external consultants on financial planning and company strategy.
  • Support projects that help the company prepare for future growth.

What Makes You a Strong Fit

  • You enjoy analyzing financial data and solving business problems.
  • You can explain financial information in a simple and practical way.
  • You pay close attention to detail and enjoy working with numbers.
  • You are proactive and comfortable working independently.

Required Experience & Skills

Must-Have

  • 2–3 years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Financial Analysis, or Accounting.
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
  • Experience preparing financial reports, forecasts, and business analysis.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
  • Experience using QuickBooks Online.
  • Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or similar reporting tools.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.

Nice-to-Have

  • Experience supporting multi-location or multi-entity businesses.
  • Experience with budgeting and cash flow forecasting.
  • Familiarity with CRM reporting and business performance analysis.
  • CPA or other accounting/finance certification is a plus.

What Does a Typical Day Look Like?

Your day starts by reviewing financial reports and updating key business metrics. You analyze revenue, expenses, profitability, and cash flow, then prepare reports that help leadership understand how the business is performing.

Throughout the day, you update financial models, identify trends, investigate unusual financial results, and work with the CEO and Accounting Manager on planning and strategic projects.

Success in this role comes from providing accurate financial insights that help the company make better business decisions.

Interview Process

  1. Initial Recruiter Screening
  2. Client Interview
  3. Offer Stage

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