Remote Finance Specialist

Summary

The job is for a Financial Analyst at Valatam, a company that builds remote teams in Latin America. The role involves financial analysis, preparing reports, and assisting in budgeting and forecasting processes. The candidate must have B2 level English and Spanish skills, advanced MS Excel skills, a BSc degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics, and be able to work 40 hours per week in US time zones.

Requirements

• B2 English and Spanish writing and speaking skills
• Advanced MS Excel skills (creating spreadsheets and using financial functions)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial software/ tools
• Knowledge of financial modeling and forecasting techniques
• Experience with financial planning and analysis software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Hyperion) is a plus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Organizational and time-management skills
• Attention to detail, with an ability to spot numerical errors
• BSc degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics
• Graduated with a college degree
• Able to work 40 hours per week Monday-Friday 9 am-6 pm in US time zones
• A quiet home office with a desk and office chair
• Stable internet with at least 10 MBPS download & 2 MBPS upload speed
• A laptop/desktop with 8GB RAM, a 1.6GHz processor, and 50GB of free hard-drive space, a headset, and a smartphone

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial analysis and prepare reports, forecasts, and projections
• Review and analyze financial statements and variances to identify trends and make recommendations for improvement
• Assist in the development and implementation of financial models and tools to support budgeting and forecasting processes
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights and support decision-making
• Perform ad-hoc financial analysis as needed to support business initiatives and projects
• Proactively identify and recommend opportunities to improve financial performance and operational efficiency
• Assist in the preparation of materials for management meetings and presentations, including financial reports, business cases, and investment proposals

Preferred Qualifications

Access to a backup place of work in case they suffer a power cut or internet failure, as well as a secondary backup internet option (mobile hotspot, Multibam, WiPod, etc.)

Benefits

• Most US federal holidays as paid time off
• 4 days paid time off (most of our clients provide even more PTO days)
• Monthly stipend for medical insurance (after an induction period)
• Birthday/Anniversary bonuses
• Gym/Wellness allowance
• Unlimited online fitness classes with our online personal training partner
• Invites to our annual Christmas parties and other in-person or online gatherings