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Financial Analyst

Premier Research Labs
Full-time
On-site
Austin, Texas, United States
Financial Analyst

Job Overview


We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Financial Analyst to join our growing Finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing financial data, creating models, preparing reports, and providing insights to support strategic decision-making and improve financial performance.



Key Responsibilities


Analyze financial data and trends to assist in budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning


Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and presentations for internal stakeholders


Assist in the budgeting process implementation and maintenance in NetSuite


Load budgets/forecast to ERP system; conduct audits of loaded budgets and forecasts to ensure accuracy and compliance with organizational standards


Develop and maintain complex financial models to evaluate business scenarios


Assist in tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) and variances from budget/forecast


Support the preparation of management reports, dashboards, and executive summaries


Conduct profitability analysis on products, services, or departments


Partner with business units to provide financial insights that support strategic initiatives


Participate in audit support, cost-saving initiatives, and process improvements


Other Ad-hoc report as requested



Qualifications and Skills


Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (CPA or CFA is a plus)


2+ years of experience in financial analysis, reporting, or business analytics


Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling; experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite) is preferred


High attention to detail, accuracy, and time management


Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills


Ability to present complex financial data in a clear and concise manner


Team player with the ability to work independently under tight deadlines



Preferred Qualifications


Experience in NetSuite, advanced knowledge of Excel


Knowledge of data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)


Familiarity with accounting principles and financial reporting standards