Financial Analyst I

Date PostedJuly 16, 2026LocationRemoteCompanyUSA TODAY Co.Salary$50,000 - $55,000TypeMid Level

Job Summary

The Financial Analyst is responsible for delivering accurate, timely, and standardized analysis of subscriber activity across the subscription-to-cash lifecycle. This role supports circulation-related business areas by ensuring consistent reporting and leveraging automation to improve data efficiency. The analyst will optimize end-to-end processes by identifying standardization opportunities and partnering with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

  • Develop standardized analytical tools and dashboards
  • Optimize processes through automation
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams
  • Analyze subscription-to-cash lifecycle variances

Required Skills

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business
  • 2+ years of analytical experience
  • Advanced Excel (Power Query)
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Job Details

Responsibilities - Assists in the development and implementation of standardized analytical tools, dashboards, and reporting, including ad hoc analysis as needed. - Identifies opportunities to improve productivity and insight generation through automation, process optimization, and elimination of redundant activities. - Partners with cross-functional teams including Circulation Operations, Customer Service, Marketing, and IT to support initiatives such as system migrations, billing enhancements, and reporting improvements. - Analyzes variances within the subscription-to-cash lifecycle, including discrepancies in billing, payment application, and recognized revenue, and delivers clear root-cause explanations. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in business, Finance, Accounting, or related field (or equivalent experience). - 2+ years of analytical experience, preferably in circulation, subscription, or revenue analysis. - Strong organizational and problem-solving skills. - Advanced Excel including Power Query and data analysis skills. - Ability to synthesize large datasets into meaningful insights and recommendations. - Effective communication and interpersonal skills for working across teams. - Experience in a consolidated financial environment preferred. - Familiarity with financial planning or reporting tools.