Pavago
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Budgeting/ForecastingSpecialist
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“Budgeting/Forecasting Specialist at Pavago. Skills: Financial modeling, Budgeting, Forecasting, Variance analysis. Build financial models. Manage planning cycles”
What You'll Achieve.
Forecast accuracy within ±5–10%; Budget completion within agreed timelines; Variance explanations delivered within 2–3 days of close; Models updated regularly and free from errors; Forecasting cycle time is reduced via automation
Industry & Context.
Highly analytical; Eye for detail; Proactive in identifying trends, risks, and opportunities
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field, 3+ years in financial planning/analysis, budgeting, or forecasting, Advanced Excel/Google Sheets (nested formulas, pivot tables, sensitivity modeling), Experience preparing variance analyses for leadership
Nice to Have
FP&A tool experience (Anaplan, Adaptive Insights, Hyperion, Workday), MBA, CFA, or CPA credential, Experience forecasting for SaaS, real estate, or professional services, Familiarity with BI/analytics platforms (Power BI, Tableau, Looker)
What You'll Do.
Build financial models
Manage planning cycles
Provide forward-looking insights
Lead budget preparation
Align budgets with goals
Maintain rolling forecasts
Update models with actuals
Build scenario analyses
Compare actuals to budgets
Prepare variance commentary
Use advanced formulas
Prepare management reporting
Present insights to executives
Identify forecasting inefficiencies
Implement FP&A software
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work closely with finance leaders; Partner with department heads; Work with FP&A teams; Collaborate across teams
Communication Scope
Translate numbers into actionable recommendations; Explain models simply; Influence leaders through data-driven storytelling; Present insights to executives; Prepare written commentary; Presenting insights
Full Job Description
**Job Title:** Budgeting/Forecasting Specialist **Position Type:** Full-Time, Remote **Working Hours:** U.S. client business hours **About the Role:** Our client is seeking a Budgeting/Forecasting Specialist to build financial models, manage planning cycles, and provide forward-looking insights that guide strategy. This role requires strong analytical skills, mastery of modeling tools, and the ability to translate numbers into actionable recommendations. You will work closely with finance leaders and department heads to ensure budgets and forecasts are accurate, realistic, and strategically aligned. **Responsibilities** : Budget Development: * Lead preparation of annual operating and capital budgets. * Consolidate inputs across departments and business units. * Ensure budgets align with company goals and resource constraints. Forecasting: * Maintain rolling forecasts for revenue, expenses, and cash flow. * Update models monthly or quarterly with actuals, adjusting assumptions. * Build scenario and sensitivity analyses to test potential outcomes. Variance Analysis: * Compare actual results to budgets/forecasts. * Prepare written commentary to explain variances and recommend corrective actions. Financial Modeling: * Build dynamic Excel or Google Sheets models (DCF, ROI, IRR, break-even). * Use advanced formulas, macros, or BI tool integrations to improve accuracy. Reporting: * Prepare management reporting packages with dashboards and visualizations. * Present insights to executives, highlighting risks and opportunities. Collaboration: * Partner with department heads to align forecasts with operational plans. * Work with FP&A teams to refine planning assumptions. Process Improvement: * Identify inefficiencies in forecasting workflows. * Implement new FP&A software or improve data integrations (Adaptive Insights, Anaplan, Workday, or equivalent). **What Makes You a Perfect Fit:** * Highly analytical with an eye for detail. * Comfortable building models from scratch and
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