Financial Analyst II (Corporate Finance) - Remote

Overview

At NerdWallet, our mission is to bring clarity to consumers’ financial decisions. Achieving this requires a strong team of finance professionals who can provide accurate insights, support strategic decision-making, and drive operational discipline. We foster a collaborative and flexible environment where team members are empowered to grow, take thoughtful risks, and contribute meaningfully. Whether remote or in-office, we support how you work most effectively and invest in your development, well-being, and ability to deliver impact.

In Short

• Partner with stakeholders across assigned departments to support budgeting, forecasting, and expense management
• Build, maintain, and improve financial models used for planning and decision-making
• Track and report on performance against KPIs, budgets, and forecasts, highlighting key variances and trends
• Prepare recurring financial reports and variance analyses, identifying risks and opportunities
• Translate financial data into clear, actionable insights for both finance and non-finance audiences
• Collaborate with Accounting during month-end close, including accruals and expense tracking
• Support annual planning cycles and periodic forecasts by compiling data, validating assumptions, and modeling scenarios
• Contribute to improving financial processes, reporting, and systems with a focus on efficiency and scalability

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in financial planning & analysis, corporate finance, accounting, or related analytical roles
• Experience supporting budgeting and forecasting processes
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling and Excel / Google Sheets
• Experience analyzing financial statements, including P&L, variance analysis, and accruals
• Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present financial information clearly
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Benefits

• Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision health care plans for employees and their dependents
• Flexible Vacation Time Off + 11 holidays + holiday company shutdown
• New Parent Leave for employees with a newborn child or a child placed with them for adoption or foster care
• Mental health support
• Paid sabbatical after 5 years for Nerds to recharge, gain knowledge, and pursue their interests
• Health and Dependent Care FSA and HSA Plan with monthly NerdWallet contribution
• Monthly Wellness Stipend, Cell Phone Stipend, and Wifi Stipend
• Work from home equipment stipend and co-working space subsidy