Junior Financial Analyst Graduate Scheme

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 11,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured graduate training program

Mentorship from seasoned professionals

Professional development and certif­ 

Exposure to strategic decision-making

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct in Welkom, Free State, is seeking a Junior Financial Analyst for a structured graduate scheme. You will support the finance team with planning, analysis, and reporting and contribute to reports, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.

The program offers hands-on training, mentorship from seasoned professionals, and exposure to a wide range of financial operations and strategic decision-making within a leading organization.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting practices.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills with a high level of accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.
• Familiarity with financial modeling is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Proactive attitude and eagerness to learn and take on new challenges.
• Must be a resident of or willing to relocate to Welkom, Free State.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Conduct financial analysis, including variance analysis and trend identification.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Help in developing financial models to support strategic initiatives.
• Gather and analyze financial data from various sources.
• Contribute to internal control procedures and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Assist in the preparation of presentations for management and stakeholders.
• Perform ad-hoc financial analysis as required by the management team.
• Learn and apply accounting principles and financial management best practices.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Teamwork

Proactive learning

Education

Finance / Accounting / Economics degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Pivot Tables

VLOOKUPs

Job description

About the Role Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is seeking a highly motivated and analytical Junior Financial Analyst to join their graduate scheme in Welkom, Free State. This is an exceptional opportunity for recent graduates with a passion for finance to develop their skills in a supportive and challenging environment. You will play a key role in supporting the finance department with financial planning, analysis, and reporting. This programme is designed to provide comprehensive training, enabling you to gain deep insights into financial operations, investment strategies, and risk management. We are looking for individuals with strong numerical abilities, attention to detail, and a desire to build a successful career in finance. This role offers significant exposure to various financial functions and the chance to contribute to critical business decisions within a leading organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Conduct financial analysis, including variance analysis and trend identification.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Help in developing financial models to support strategic initiatives.
• Gather and analyze financial data from various sources.
• Contribute to internal control procedures and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Assist in the preparation of presentations for management and stakeholders.
• Perform ad-hoc financial analysis as required by the management team.
• Learn and apply accounting principles and financial management best practices.

Requirements

• Recent graduate with a degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting practices.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills with a high level of accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions like pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.
• Familiarity with financial modeling is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Proactive attitude and eagerness to learn and take on new challenges.
• Must be a resident of or willing to relocate to Welkom, Free State.

Benefits

• Structured graduate training program focusing on financial analysis.
• Mentorship from seasoned financial professionals.
• Opportunity to gain exposure to a wide range of financial operations.
• Competitive starting salary and potential for annual reviews.
• Professional development and certification support.
• Collaborative and growth-oriented work environment.
• Exposure to strategic decision-making processes.
• Contribute to the financial health of operations in Welkom.
• Build a strong foundation for a career in corporate finance.