Aspiring Financial Analyst Apprentice (Hybrid)

Placements24; London Borough of Newham; Hybrid; GBP 6,800 - 9,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Career development

Certifications support

Job summary

Placements24 in East London, SA, seeks a Junior Financial Analyst Apprentice to support financial modelling, data analysis, reporting and forecasting under experienced mentors. You will build analytical skills through hands-on projects in a structured learning environment within a hybrid work model.

The program offers on-the-job training, career progression toward CFA/ACCA, and exposure to key financial decisions in a dynamic financial services firm.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical mindset with quantitative skills.
• Proficiency in Excel or similar spreadsheet software.
• Interest in finance, accounting and financial analysis.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in collecting and analyzing financial data from various sources.
• Support the preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Help in building and maintaining financial models.
• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Perform variance analysis and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist in ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting as required.
• Learn and apply accounting principles and financial analysis techniques.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity in all financial reporting.
• Collaborate with other departments on financial matters.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Excel proficiency

Finance interest

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Placements24 in East London, SA, seeks a Junior Financial Analyst Apprentice to support financial modelling, data analysis, reporting and forecasting under experienced mentors. You will build analytical skills through hands-on projects in a structured learning environment within a hybrid work model.

The program offers on-the-job training, career progression toward CFA/ACCA, and exposure to key financial decisions in a dynamic financial services firm.