Financial & Data Analyst
At Pavago · Kenya
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- Posted
- 26 May 2026
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- 8 October 2026
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- 7 hours ago
Job description
From Pavago’s job post, as they wrote it.
💼 Financial Analyst / Data Analyst (FP&A, SQL, BI & Financial Modeling)
Full-Time Remote | U.S. Business Hours
🚀 About the Role
We’re hiring a highly analytical and data-driven Financial Analyst / Data Analyst to help transform financial and operational data into actionable business insights.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys:
* financial modeling,
* business intelligence,
* reporting,
* forecasting,
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* and turning complex datasets into clear strategic recommendations.
You’ll work closely with leadership, finance, operations, and cross-functional teams to improve visibility into company performance and support smarter decision-making through accurate reporting and analysis.
This role combines:
* FP&A,
* financial analysis,
* data analytics,
* dashboarding,
* and business intelligence.
🔥 What You’ll Own
Financial Modeling & Strategic Analysis
* Build and maintain:
* 3-statement financial models
* ROI models
* IRR calculations
* break-even analyses
* forecasting models
* Conduct:
* scenario analysis
* sensitivity analysis
* variance analysis
* Support strategic business and investment decisions with financial insights
* Improve model accuracy and reporting reliability
Data Analysis & Business Intelligence
* Query and analyze large datasets using SQL
* Extract and transform financial and operational data
* Identify:
* trends,
* anomalies,
* risks,
* and growth opportunities
* Build scalable reporting frameworks and KPI tracking systems
* Ensure data consistency and reporting accuracy across teams
Dashboards & Executive Reporting
* Build dashboards using:
* Power BI
* Tableau
* Looker
* Prepare:
* monthly reporting packages
* KPI dashboards
* executive summaries
* board-level reporting
* Present actionable insights clearly to leadership and stakeholders
* Improve reporting visibility across departments
Forecasting & Budget Support
* Support rolling forecasts and budgeting processes
* Incorporate real-time business performance into forecasting models
* Analyze budget vs. actual performance
* Help leadership understand operational and financial drivers
Data Quality & Governance
* Validate datasets and reporting outputs for accuracy
* Maintain documentation for:
* models,
* methodologies,
* assumptions,
* and reporting logic
* Improve data hygiene and reporting consistency
* Ensure reporting processes remain scalable and repeatable
Cross-Functional Collaboration
* Partner with:
* finance,
* operations,
* sales,
* and leadership teams
* Translate data into actionable business recommendations
* Help stakeholders understand performance metrics and trends
* Support strategic planning and operational decision-making
✅ Required Experience & Skills
* 2+ years of experience in:
* financial analysis,
* FP&A,
* business intelligence,
* or data analytics
* Advanced Excel / Google Sheets skills:
* pivot tables
* INDEX/MATCH
* nested formulas
* macros
* scenario modeling
* Strong SQL skills for querying and joining datasets
* Experience preparing:
* variance analyses
* management reporting
* KPI dashboards
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Excellent communication and presentation abilities
⭐ Preferred Qualifications
* Experience with:
* Python
* R
* advanced analytics workflows
* Familiarity with:
* Tableau
* Power BI
* Looker
* ERP experience:
* NetSuite
* SAP
* Oracle
* Experience in:
* SaaS
* finance
* healthcare
* professional services
* Exposure to forecasting and strategic finance initiatives
🧠 What Makes You a Strong Fit
* You enjoy solving business problems through data
* You can simplify complex financial insights clearly
* You combine strong technical skills with business thinking
* You care deeply about accuracy and reporting quality
* You proactively identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities
* You thrive in fast-paced, data-driven environments
📅 What a Typical Day Looks Like
* Pull and analyze financial and operational data using SQL
* Update forecasting and financial models with new actuals
* Build or refine dashboards for leadership reporting
* Conduct variance analysis and identify performance trends
* Collaborate with finance and operations teams on reporting needs
* Prepare executive-ready insights and recommendations
* Improve reporting workflows and automate repetitive tasks
In short:
You help leadership make smarter, faster decisions by turning raw financial and operational data into clear, actionable insights.
📊 Key Metrics for Success (KPIs)
* Forecast accuracy within target ranges
* Timely delivery of reporting and dashboards
* Reduction in reporting errors and inconsistencies
* Quality and usability of dashboards and insights
* Positive stakeholder feedback on analysis and recommendations
* Improved visibility into business performance and KPIs
🌟 Why This Role Stands Out
* High visibility across finance and leadership teams
* Blend of finance, analytics, and business intelligence
* Exposure to strategic planning and operational decision-making
* Opportunity to build scalable reporting infrastructure
* Strong growth path into:
* Senior FP&A
* Business Intelligence
* Strategic Finance
* Analytics Leadership
🧪 Interview Process
* Initial Phone Screen
* Video Interview with Recruiter
* Practical Assessment (financial model or dashboard exercise)
* Client Interview
* Offer & Onboarding
👉 Apply Now
If you:
* love financial modeling and analytics,
* enjoy working with data and dashboards,
* can translate numbers into strategic insights,
* and thrive in fast-moving business environments,
this role is a strong fit for you.
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