Finance Analyst Trainee: CFA-Ready Training in Welkom

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 11,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Structured certification path

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Financial Analyst Trainee for a leading financial services institution in Welkom, Free State. The program offers intensive on-the-job training in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.

You will support month-end reporting, build financial models, and assist with audits, working closely with experienced finance professionals in a structured learning environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field.
• Strong grasp of financial principles and accounting practices.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative abilities.
• Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, formulas).
• Familiarity with financial software or ERP systems a plus.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Conduct financial analysis to identify variances and provide explanations.
• Help in development and maintenance of financial models.
• Monitor performance against targets and objectives.
• Perform reconciliations and ensure data accuracy.
• Assist with internal and external audit requirements.
• Contribute to process improvement within finance.
• Undertake ad-hoc financial analysis as needed by senior management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficient

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Financial Analyst Trainee for a leading financial services institution in Welkom, Free State. The program offers intensive on-the-job training in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.

You will support month-end reporting, build financial models, and assist with audits, working closely with experienced finance professionals in a structured learning environment.