Financial Associate (Public) jobs in Newark, NJ

We are looking for a Financial Analyst and data junkie to join our team. Ideal candidates are
analytical, inquisitive, and enjoy diving into financial data to identify key performance drivers and
fresh insights. We believe data is meaningless if it doesn’t tell a larger story. Candidates should be
skilled in presenting financial results clearly with high-impact visualizations and other presentation
tools. This is a client-facing role and candidates should be confident leading client discussions
independently, delivering and interpreting financial results, and providing fundraising
support. Candidates with early-stage startup experience in accounting, finance, or FP&A roles are
preferred, as are candidates with client-service experience and SaaS industry experience.
Graphite Financial is redefining the “finance department” for early-stage companies and VC-backed
startups. We deliver high-calibre accounting/finance leadership and support to entrepreneurs and
management teams building scalable, high-growth companies. Our clients are actively managing cash burn,
measuring performance, reporting to investors, making capital allocation decisions, and preparing for
fundraising. All of that takes expertise and time that founders don’t have and can’t afford to hire for.
Graphite closes the gap with flexible, fixed-fee support packages that provide fractional leadership and
operational support from CFOs, Controllers, FP&A Managers, and Accounting Managers.

This is a fully remote position however we do have coworking space available in Central FL, NY and NJ. The expected annual salary range is $75,000-$100,000. 

Some of What You’ll Do:

• Build financial dashboards that use visualization to communicate results and tell a “story”
• Prepare and present comprehensive monthly financial reports to multiple clients, including all financial statements, trend reporting, budget vs. actual reporting, and key metrics
• Develop assumptions-driven financial models that empower clients to forecast company performance, assess headcount and resource needs, manage runway, and plan for fundraising
• Work closely with client teams to understand key performance drivers for their business
• Prepare detailed reporting on unit economics and margin analysis
• Prepare annual and quarterly budgets for multiple clients
• Collaborate with accounting teams to understand underlying data
• Perform ad-hoc analysis for clients on pricing strategy, margin sensitivity, cash burn scenarios, etc.
• Ensure all forward-looking models and analysis is accessible and built with investors in mind

Who you are:

• 7 years’ experience in financial planning, analysis, and reporting
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance with specific knowledge of GAAP/accrual principles
• Proficient with Business Intelligence platforms (i.e. Tableau, PowerBI, Grow, Looker, etc.)
• Expertise with cloud-based accounting and reporting systems
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines and manage multiple clients
• Strong analytical and advanced Excel skills as well as excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaborate with a virtual team
• Exceptional analytical, reasoning, and problem-solving skills
• Aligned as a partner with the client team and known for a polished, professional presentation

Why you’ll love working at Graphite:

• Balance. We encourage you to take time to recharge outside of the office. You’ll have flexible PTO to explore new places, hobbies, or TV shows
• We’re not just an employer. We’re people. We offer insurance coverage (health, vision, and dental).
• We’ll invest in your career. Our company is growing quickly, and we’ll give you the opportunity to do the same. You’ll have access to many professional development opportunities so that you can keep up with the company’s evolving needs.
• We’re creating an environment where everyone can thrive. Our customers are global and diverse, so we’re building a team that is, too.
• We offer competitive compensation packages. We deeply value the talent our team brings to the table and believe that fair and equitable total compensation packages are part of our commitment to everyone who works here.
• We’re fun.
• All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

About Graphite:
Graphite Financial is a growing boutique finance, accounting & strategy firm
(www.graphitefinancial.com) built to help startup companies scale efficiently and
sustainably. We were born in 2008 in NYC, supporting ff Venture Capital’s portfolio of early-stage
companies. In 2016, Graphite Financial spun out and began working with the broader startup
community. We are a team of certified public accountants, analysts, entrepreneurs and venture
capitalists who are passionate about partnering with early-stage companies to help them succeed.
Our roots give us a unique vantage point that extends well beyond vanilla finance and accounting
matters. In other words, we’re more than just bookkeepers, though we’re great at that too.