Financial Analyst

Onward

$80K — $100K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in financial analysis or FP&A, preferably in a startup environment.
  • Expertise in Power BI with advanced Excel modeling and SQL skills.
  • Familiarity with SaaS financial structures and subscription pricing models is essential.
  • Knowledge of PACE organization payment nuances or healthcare billing is a significant advantage.
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and standard reporting practices; CPA or CFA designation preferred.
  • Experience with QuickBooks and AI-driven workflow automation is a plus.
  • Strong ability to analyze complex data sets and derive actionable insights.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain financial models for forecasting and budgeting purposes.
  • Analyze operational data and KPIs to identify risks and opportunities.
  • Manage invoicing workflows to ensure accurate and timely billing.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize payment processes and resolve billing issues.
  • Drive month-end and quarter-end financial reporting processes.
  • Support pricing strategies and new business opportunities through scenario analysis.
  • Create dashboards and visualizations of financial metrics using Power BI.

Benefits

  • Work remotely from anywhere within the U.S.
  • Opportunity to contribute to company growth and decision-making processes.
  • Possibility of stock options as part of compensation.
  • Engagement with leadership and cross-functional teams.
  • Exposure to innovative financial analytics and operational excellence initiatives.
  • Development of skills in high-impact financial tasks and strategic decision support.
Full Job Description
Reports To: Chief Executive Officer

Location: Remote (U.S.)
Salary Range: $80K-$100K + Stock Options

About the role

We're searching for a Financial Analyst to help us scale and optimize our financial operations. This isn't just about crunching numbers-it's about driving smart decisions, ensuring operational excellence, and contributing directly to Onward's growth. You'll work closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to analyze data, model scenarios, and ensure our financial systems are running smoothly.

In addition to traditional FP&A responsibilities, you'll own and refine invoicing workflows and provider network payment management, making sure we deliver seamless, accurate, and efficient financial transactions for all stakeholders. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and love translating financial data into actionable strategies, this role is for you.

What you'll do

Financial Planning and Analysis

  • Develop and maintain robust financial models to support forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning.
  • Analyze trends, KPIs, and operational data to identify opportunities and mitigate risks.
  • Partner with department leaders to create budgets, track performance, and recommend actionable improvements.
Invoicing and Provider Payment Management
  • Own and manage AI workflows for end-to-end invoicing workflows, ensuring accuracy and timeliness across all customer billing processes.
  • Provide invoices and required reporting for grants and other specialty programs.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve billing issues, improve payment timelines, and maintain strong relationships with customers.
  • Manage and optimize provider network payment processes, ensuring timely and accurate disbursements while monitoring costs and contract compliance.
  • Track and reconcile outstanding invoices and payments to maintain healthy cash flow and ensure transparency.
Operational Excellence
  • Drive month-end and quarter-end reporting processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial results.
  • Identify inefficiencies in financial workflows and propose solutions to enhance productivity and scalability.
  • Support the implementation and optimization of financial systems and tools to manage invoicing and payments effectively.
Strategic Decision Support
  • Perform scenario analyses and what-if modeling to support pricing strategies, investment decisions, and new business opportunities.
  • Assist leadership in preparing materials for board meetings, investor updates, and other key presentations.
  • Provide financial insights to guide organizational decisions and align operations with company goals.
Insights and Reporting
  • Develop dashboards and visualizations to communicate financial performance and key metrics to stakeholders using Power BI.
  • Monitor industry trends and market dynamics to contextualize financial results and projections.

What You'll Bring

  • Experience: You possess at least 3 years of expertise in financial analysis or FP&A. Experience managing invoicing or payments within the healthcare or transportation sectors is highly valued, particularly within high-growth startup environments.
  • Technical Proficiency: You are a Power BI expert with advanced Excel modeling and SQL skills. You have hands-on experience with QuickBooks, AI-driven workflow automation, and systems that facilitate complex billing and payment operations.
  • Domain Knowledge: You have a deep understanding of SaaS financial structures and subscription pricing. Familiarity with the unique payment nuances of PACE organizations or healthcare billing is a significant advantage.
  • Accounting Foundation: You maintain a firm grasp of GAAP and standard reporting practices. While not mandatory, a CPA or CFA designation is preferred.
  • Operational Savvy: You bring practical experience in overseeing reconciliation processes and optimizing payment workflows and billing systems.
  • Analytical Mindset: You have a proven ability to distill intricate data sets into strategic insights and tangible operational improvements.
  • Collaboration: You excel at working across departments, partnering effectively with operations teams and external stakeholders alike.
  • Precision: You approach financial data and workflow management with a meticulous eye for detail and accuracy.
  • Agility: You are comfortable navigating the ambiguity and speed of a rapidly evolving startup landscape.

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