Decision Support Analyst I at Remitly

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New Grad, Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Financial Services, Legal TechIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or related field
0–2 years of experience in a finance, analytics, or business support role (internship or graduate experience acceptable)
Knowledge of financial principles and basic business acumen
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Positive, proactive, and “can-do” attitude — eager to learn and take initiative
Comfortable working with data and financial models
Strong Excel skills; experience with Power BI, SQL, or similar tools would be an advantage

Responsibilities

Support the Finance Business Partnering team in delivering financial insights and analysis to business leaders
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and month-end reporting processes
Prepare and maintain financial dashboards and performance metrics
Contribute to variance analysis, identifying key drivers of performance against plan
Support decision-making processes by providing timely, accurate, and relevant financial information
Collaborate with commercial, marketing, and operations teams to understand financial implications of key business initiatives
Assist in preparing presentations and reports for leadership reviews
Participate in ad hoc analysis and projects aimed at improving business efficiency and profitability
Contribute ideas to process improvement and automation within the finance function

Skills

financial analysis

budgeting

forecasting

month-end reporting

variance analysis

financial dashboards

Excel

data analysis

reporting

process improvement

Remitly

International money transfer for immigrants

About Remitly

Remitly focuses on international money transfers, helping immigrants send money to their families quickly and securely at lower costs than traditional banks. The company charges transaction fees and earns from the exchange rate margin, offering various transfer options like bank deposits and cash pickups. Remitly enhances user experience through its website and mobile app, allowing real-time tracking of transfers, and engages with immigrant communities by providing helpful resources and educational support. Its goal is to meet the unique needs of immigrants while ensuring fast, affordable, and reliable money transfer services.

Seattle, WashingtonHeadquarters

2011Year Founded

$423.9MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Continuing Education or Travel Stipend

Office Culture

Flexible PTO, Schedules and Leaves

DEI Learning Opportunities

Community Engagement

Inclusive Benefits

Risks

Swift's integration into banks' channels poses a competitive threat to Remitly.

AI agents' rise may challenge Remitly's operational model in efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Schall Law Firm's investigation could impact investor confidence and Remitly's reputation.

Differentiation

Remitly focuses on immigrants, offering competitive rates and fast, secure transactions.

The company leverages technology for a seamless user experience via its app and website.

Remitly engages with immigrant communities through content and educational initiatives.

Upsides

Increased digital wallet adoption in key markets expands Remitly's reach to unbanked individuals.

AI agents in operations could reduce costs and improve Remitly's efficiency.

Visa collaboration enhances Remitly's cross-border fund flow services, boosting customer satisfaction.

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