Finance Analyst

Company Description Forbes Advisor is a new initiative for consumers under the Forbes Marketplace umbrella that provides journalist- and expert-written insights news and reviews on all things personal finance health business and everyday life decisions We believe in the power of entrepreneurial capitalism and use it on various platforms to ignite the conversations that drive systemic change in business culture and society We celebrate success and are committed to using our megaphone to drive diversity equity and inclusion We are the world s biggest business media brand and we consistently place in the top 20 of the most popular sites in the United States in good company with brands like Netflix Apple and Google In short we have a big platform and we use it responsibly Location Hybrid Remote Role Overview As a Finance Analyst you will play a critical role in revenue reporting maintaining accurate financial records and streamlining processes to support the organisation s overall financial health You will ensure accuracy reconcile data from multiple sources and produce transparent reports that provide leadership with clear insights into each team s contribution The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail and the ability to generate reports that drive strategic decision-making Key Responsibilities Prepare comprehensive and accurate monthly quarterly and ad-hoc reports summarising performance including revenue by channel Access affiliate program dashboards to extract relevant data such as clicks conversions commissions and other key performance indicators Manage and maintain financial records ledgers and accounts in accordance with established accounting standards Reconcile revenue data with invoices affiliate dashboards and internal records resolve discrepancies to ensure accuracy Prepare and post revenue-related journals in NetSuite Assist in creating financial reports for management providing insights into the company s performance and presenting actionable recommendations for strategic decision-making Identify opportunities to enhance accounting processes workflows and internal controls collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement improvements and best practices Assist in internal and external audits by providing financial documentation explanations and support as needed Collaborate with colleagues across finance operations and other departments to gather necessary financial information and ensure reporting accuracy Support the business with revenue-related items as required Required Qualifications Skills Bachelor s degree in Finance Accounting Economics or a related field MBA CA CPA preferred Proven experience 5 years in accounting and finance roles with a strong understanding of double-entry accounting Strong analytical skills and attention to detail with the ability to identify discrepancies and resolve issues effectively Excellent communication skills to present financial information clearly and concisely to both finance and non-finance stakeholders with the ability to translate complex data into a clear business context Proficiency in Excel financial modelling and data reconciliation Experience with analytics and reporting tools e g Google Analytics Looker Tableau is a plus Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced cross-functional environment managing multiple tasks and priorities Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive and innovative mindset to drive process improvements Strong understanding of revenue models in affiliate marketing Desirable Knowledge of NetSuite accounting software and its modules including data entry reporting and reconciliation functions Desirable Why Join Us Be a key player in shaping financial transparency in a high-growth affiliate marketing business Opportunity to learn and grow in both financial analysis and digital marketing domains Competitive compensation learning opportunities and exposure to global clients and platforms Perks Day off on the 3rd Friday of every month one long weekend each month Monthly Wellness Reimbursement Program to promote health well-being Monthly Office Commutation Reimbursement Program Paid paternity and maternity leaves Qualifications Any Degree Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines