Financial Analyst

Company Description

The Handler supports early-stage and growth-stage startups in preparing investor-ready materials that go beyond pitch deck design. The company helps founders refine their story, financial logic, and valuation so they can withstand investor scrutiny and raise capital with confidence. Core services include investor-grade pitch deck structuring, financial modeling with multi-year projections, valuation logic aligned to the fundraising stage, and fundraising preparation and strategy. The Handler typically partners with founders planning to raise funds in the next 1–3 months who seek structured guidance and investor-level clarity. Team members contribute directly to helping meaningful ventures present clearly and credibly to investors.

Role Description

The Financial Analyst will work closely with founders and internal stakeholders to develop robust financial models, 5-year projections, and investor-ready financial narratives. In this remote role, the analyst will analyze startup business models, review historical financials, and prepare forward-looking scenarios that align with different fundraising stages. Day-to-day activities include building and maintaining detailed financial models, preparing valuation analyses, interpreting and presenting investors ready financial documents, and supporting the creation of fundraising materials such financial projections, modeling and valuation report. The analyst will collaborate on fundraising strategy, perform industry and market benchmarking, and provide data-driven insights that improve investor readiness. This role requires proactive communication in a remote environment and the ability to translate complex financial information into clear, concise outputs for non-financial audiences.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Finance and Financial Planning skills, including budgeting, forecasting, and scenario analysis for early-stage and growth-stage companies.
• Candidates should possess advanced Analytical Skills and proficiency in interpreting Financial Statements, with the ability to identify key drivers, trends, and risks.
• Candidates should possess expertise in Financial Reporting, including preparing clear investor-ready financial summaries, dashboards, and supporting documentation.
• Candidates should possess strong Excel or spreadsheet modeling skills, experience with valuation methods (e.g., DCF, comparables, scorecard), and familiarity with startup fundraising dynamics.
• Candidates should possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and effectively in a fully remote, deadline-driven environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; professional certifications (e.g., CFA, CPA) or prior experience with startups, venture capital, or investment banking are beneficial.