Finance & Accounting Analyst (Banking, Venture Capital, Private Equity Experience Preferred)

Job Title:Finance & Accounting AnalystLocation:Fully RemoteSchedule:Full-Time 9AM - 5PM EST (Aligned with U.S. Business Hours)Compensation:$2000 - $3200Experience Level:Senior (5–8 Years)

About the Company

Our client is a Smart Building Technology company pioneering advanced smart glass and window systems for homes and buildings. Their innovative products enable solar-powered smart-glass functionality without the need for external power or electrical installation.

As the company scales, they are investing in building a more robust, efficient, and future-proof financial infrastructure. This role will play a critical part in modernizing back-office operations while supporting strategic financial decision-making.

Role Overview

The Finance & Accounting Analyst will serve as a key contributor across both financial strategy and core accounting operations. This role is responsible for owning financial modeling, forecasting, and analysis, while also supporting day-to-day accounting functions.

This is a high-impact, senior-level role designed to strengthen financial visibility, improve processes, and support leadership with data-driven insights—especially as the company undergoes an ERP transition and broader operational restructuring.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Modeling & Analysis
* Build, maintain, and optimize financial models for forecasting and strategic planning
* Conduct variance analysis and provide actionable insights into financial performance
* Deliver data-driven recommendations to support executive decision-making
* Develop forecasting frameworks to improve financial visibility and planning accuracy

Strategic Finance Support
* Assist in restructuring and strengthening the back-office finance function
* Support cost optimization initiatives and process improvements
* Help distribute financial responsibilities to de-risk operations and improve scalability
* Contribute to building a more resilient financial structure to support company growth

ERP Systems & Migration
* Operate within Microsoft Dynamics for accounting and financial workflows
* Support the migration from QuickBooks to Microsoft Dynamics
* Ensure data integrity, accuracy, and continuity during system transition
* Identify and implement process improvements within the ERP environment

Core Accounting Operations
* Manage and support full-cycle accounting, including:Accounts Payable (AP)Accounts Receivable (AR)Account ReconciliationsVendor & Customer SetupJournal EntriesMonth-End CloseFinancial Statement Preparation
* Accounts Payable (AP)
* Accounts Receivable (AR)
* Account Reconciliations
* Vendor & Customer Setup
* Journal Entries
* Month-End Close
* Financial Statement Preparation
* Ensure all financial records are accurate, organized, and audit-ready
* Support payroll processing and cash flow tracking as needed
* Maintain consistency and accuracy across all financial reporting

Required Qualifications
* 5–8 years of experience in finance, accounting, or financial analysis roles
* Proven experience building and maintaining financial models in Microsoft Excel
* Strong background in full-cycle accounting operations
* Solid understanding of U.S. business models and accounting practices
* Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
* High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Preferred Qualifications
* Experience with Microsoft Dynamics or similar ERP systems
* Background in manufacturing, hardware, or technology companies
* CPA or equivalent certification (nice to have)
* MBA or equivalent certification (nice to have)
* Experience with payroll processing, budgeting, and cash flow management

What This Role Offers
* Opportunity to play a key role in building and modernizing a company’s financial infrastructure
* Direct impact on financial strategy, forecasting, and operational efficiency
* Exposure to ERP transformation and system optimization
* High-ownership role with visibility into leadership decision-making
* Ability to help shape a scalable and resilient finance function

Ideal Candidate Profile
* A finance professional who can balance hands-on accounting with strategic analysis
* Strong financial modeling expertise with the ability to build systems from the ground up
* Comfortable operating in evolving environments with changing priorities
* A self-starter who thrives in high-ownership roles
* Process-oriented with a focus on efficiency, accuracy, and continuous improvement

Additional Notes
* This is a fully remote position
* The role is designed to reduce reliance on external consultants by bringing financial modeling and strategic capabilities in-house
* The position plays a critical role in supporting ERP migration and long-term operational scalability