Far Out Scout is looking for an FP&A Analyst to join our mission of supporting startup clients. You will play a critical part in budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, strategic analysis, and fundraising support, building easy-to-use financial tools to help founders plan.
What You'll Do
- Develop and maintain monthly, quarterly, and annual forecasting and budgeting processes.
- Build and maintain dynamic financial models to support business planning, scenario analysis, and investment decisions.
- Prepare monthly management reporting packages with insights on key variances and business drivers.
- Partner with department leaders to understand cost structures, optimize spend, and align on financial goals.
- Conduct ad hoc financial analysis to evaluate performance and support strategic initiatives.
- Monitor key financial and operational KPIs and deliver actionable insights to leadership.
- Contribute to board materials, investor presentations, and long-range planning documents.
- Support the automation and improvement of FP&A processes and reporting systems.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
- 2–4 years of experience in FP&A, investment banking, consulting, or corporate finance at a US-based company.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets and PowerPoint/Google Slides.
- Familiarity with financial tools such as Xero, QuickBooks, NetSuite, or Fathom.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Nice to Have
- Experience in startups or mid-sized tech companies.
- Experience setting up financial systems or building processes from scratch.
Technical Stack
- Excel, Google Sheets
- PowerPoint, Google Slides
- Xero, QuickBooks, NetSuite, Fathom
Far Out Scout is an equal opportunity employer.
