Financial Analyst

Role & responsibilities

Flexibility to work in US shifts is essential.

Monthly Reporting & Close Support

• Support the monthly financial close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness across assigned entities
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements
• Perform variance analysis against budget, prior period, and forecast; document and explain key drivers
• Assist in the preparation of management reporting packages for senior leadership and stakeholders
• Coordinate with accounting team members to ensure all entries are posted and sub-ledgers are reconciled prior to close Financial Statement Review
• Review financial statements for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with applicable accounting standards
• Identify and flag anomalies, misclassifications, or unusual trends for management attention
• Support preparation of financial packages for lenders, auditors, and regulatory filings as required
• Assist with quarter-end and year-end close activities, including audit workpaper preparation and external auditor support
• Cash Forecasting
• Prepare weekly and monthly cash flow forecasts, incorporating operating activity, scheduled disbursements, and expected receipts
• Monitor actual cash positions against forecast and provide timely variance commentary
• Coordinate with AP and AR teams to ensure forecast inputs reflect current operational data
• Support treasury reporting and assist in liquidity planning as directed by finance leadership Ad Hoc & Cross-Functional Support
• Assist with special projects, financial modeling, and ad hoc analysis requests from the CFO or Controller
• Support system and process improvement initiatives, including automation of recurring reporting tasks
• Collaborate with accounting, compliance, and operations teams as needed

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelors degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field; CA / CPA preferred or in progress
• 36 years of progressive experience in accounting or financial analysis
• Prior experience in insurance company accounting – this is a key requirement for the role
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial statement preparation
• Demonstrated experience with monthly close, and cash flow reporting
• Proficiency in Excel and financial reporting tools; ERP experience required
• Strong attention to detail, analytical mindset, and ability to meet strict close deadlines
• Effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to present findings clearly to non-finance stakeholders