Hybrid Graduate Financial Analyst — Budget & Forecast

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Houston (TX)

Hybrid

USD 16,000 - 22,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a sharp and analytical Graduate Financial Analyst to join our finance team. This role, located in Randburg, Gauteng, offers a significant opportunity for a recent graduate to gain experience in financial planning, analysis, and reporting.

You will work closely with senior finance professionals, contributing to budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis in a hybrid environment.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related quantitative field.
Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting practices.
Proficiency in Excel with advanced functions like VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and financial modeling.
Experience with financial analysis and reporting is a plus.
Familiarity with ERP systems or financial software (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is advantageous.

Responsibilities

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
Support budgeting and forecasting processes for various departments.
Conduct variance analysis and provide insights into financial performance.
Develop financial models to support business case development and strategic planning.
Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
Assist in reconciliation of financial statements and account balances.
Collaborate with accounting teams to ensure accuracy of financial data.
Support senior analysts in ad-hoc financial analysis requests.
Help maintain financial databases and reporting systems.
Contribute to continuous improvement of financial processes and tools.