Financial Analyst – Budgeting, Variance Analysis & Financial Modeling

100% Remote (US – Central or Eastern Time Zone) | Full-Time | Contract (W2) | 3 Months | 3–5 Years

MaxIT Consulting – Max Corporate Group is looking for a Financial Analyst to join the finance team of a technology company, working fully remote from the United States.

You will partner with business leaders and finance leadership to understand and analyze the main expense drivers across the organization, and help shape strategies for optimal cost management.

THE CHALLENGE

The finance team needs an analyst who can gather and analyze complex data, draw clear conclusions and present recommendations that directly influence strategic and tactical decisions across the company.

The role owns financial models and reporting that support budgeting, forecasting and strategic initiatives, and acts as a trusted advisor to finance leadership on decisions with financial impact.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyze financial statements and reports to identify trends, discrepancies and opportunities for improvement.
• Perform variance analysis and explain expense variances to senior leaders.
• Contribute to the budgeting and forecasting processes with cross-functional teams.
• Build and maintain financial models that support decision-making and strategic planning.
• Prepare and present financial reports and presentations for stakeholders and management.
• Run in-depth data analysis to surface key metrics and actionable insights, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to optimize financial operations.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in financial analysis.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related field; a Master's degree is preferred.
• Proven experience in financial analysis, budgeting and variance analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills, including financial modeling and data analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work with stakeholders across the organization.
• Based in the United States, in the Central or Eastern Time Zone.

NICE TO HAVE

• Experience with Workday Adaptive Planning.
• Knowledge of SQL for data retrieval and analysis.
• Proficiency in Tableau for data visualization and reporting.
• Experience with ERP systems.

POSITION DETAILS

Work arrangement: 100% remote, United States (Central or Eastern Time Zone)
Schedule: Full-time
Employment type: Contract, W2 (no corp-to-corp)
Duration: 3 months
Experience: 3 to 5 years
Start date: Early November 2026
Location: United States (remote)

WORK AUTHORIZATION

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

HOW TO APPLY

If you enjoy turning financial data into decisions that shape a company's cost strategy, we would like to hear from you.

Please apply through this platform with your updated resume, your expected hourly rate and your availability to start.