Graduate Financial Analyst - WhatJobs Direct

Placements24; O Mente; Remote; EUR 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Development opportunities

Flexible work from home

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Graduate Financial Analyst to join the finance team on a fully remote basis. This entry-level role focuses on financial modeling, forecasting, and reporting for projects in the Queenstown, Eastern Cape region, offering hands-on learning under senior finance professionals.

You will collect data, prepare budgets, perform variance analysis, maintain models, and support month-end close. Ideal candidates have a finance-related bachelor's degree and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting concepts.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP.
• Familiarity with financial reporting software is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills essential for remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist in financial data collection, reconciliation, and analysis.
• Support the preparation of financial reports, budgets, and forecasts.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide insights into financial performance.
• Help maintain financial models and databases.
• Assist in identifying financial risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate with other departments on financial matters.
• Support the accounting team with month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Learn and apply financial principles and company policies.
• Prepare presentations of financial data for management review.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Attention to detail

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Tools

Excel

Financial reporting software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a bright and detail-oriented Graduate Financial Analyst to join their finance team. This role is fully remote, allowing you to contribute from anywhere while supporting financial operations primarily related to projects in the Queenstown, Eastern Cape region. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for recent graduates with a strong aptitude for numbers and a keen interest in financial analysis and reporting. You will work closely with senior finance professionals, gaining hands-on experience in financial modeling, forecasting, and performance analysis. Our client is committed to fostering talent and provides a robust remote work environment equipped with the necessary tools and support for success. This is a chance to develop your financial acumen within a dynamic organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in financial data collection, reconciliation, and analysis.
• Support the preparation of financial reports, budgets, and forecasts.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide insights into financial performance.
• Help maintain financial models and databases.
• Assist in identifying financial risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate with other departments on financial matters.
• Support the accounting team with month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Learn and apply financial principles and company policies.
• Prepare presentations of financial data for management review.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting concepts.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP).
• Familiarity with financial reporting software is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, essential for remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• A proactive approach and eagerness to learn.

Benefits

• This fully remote position offers a competitive salary, opportunities for professional development and certifications, exposure to diverse financial projects, and the flexibility to work from home.
• You will be part of a supportive team that values collaboration and growth, with key operational ties to the Queenstown, Eastern Cape region.
• Enjoy a flexible work environment and contribute to our financial success.