Analyst

Gridlines; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial consultancy is seeking a passionate analyst for its Johannesburg office. You will optimize complex financial models and contribute to decision-making strategies while collaborating with a talented team. Ideal candidates will have 1-2 years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and a degree in a numerate discipline. The role offers a competitive salary, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Flexible working arrangements

Opportunities for professional growth

Access to financial modeling tools

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant experience in financial analysis.
• Strong understanding of financial modeling concepts.
• Experience in a recognized advisory practice or corporate setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating and optimizing comprehensive financial models.
• Develop assumptions and perform sensitivity analysis.
• Communicate model findings to clients and internal teams.

Skills

Financial modelling

Analytical skills

Excel

Project Finance

Accounting concepts

Education

Degree in a numerate discipline

Postgraduate qualification in accounting or finance

Tools

FAST financial modeling standard

Job description

Company: Gridlines is a rapidly growing financial modelling consultancy practice. We are transforming the world of financial modelling, helping our clients to make complex financial decisions quickly and with confidence. We love to work with exciting clients that are making a big impact on the world around us, helping to tackle some of the world's greatest challenges. We plan to continue our rapid expansion and are looking for the brightest and best talent to join us on this journey.

Role: We are seeking an experienced analyst that is passionate about financial modelling and driven by growth. You will work with a team of modelling professionals to create, analyse and optimise complex financial models, ensuring they are robust and reliable.

Operations

• Assist in the creation and optimization of comprehensive financial models to support strategic decision‑making
• Develop and refine assumptions, parameters, and scenarios under the guidance of Consultants and Managers to ensure model robustness and reliability
• Perform sensitivity analysis and stress testing to validate model assumptions and outputs, aiding clients in making informed decisions
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of our financial modeling methodologies and tools, driving continuous improvement and innovation
• Prepare comprehensive model documentation detailing assumptions, methodologies, and results
• Maintain meticulous records of modeling processes and methodologies to uphold our high standards and ensure consistency
• Assist in developing project plans, timelines, and resource allocation to ensure efficient and effective project delivery

People

• Collaborate closely with team members, learning and contributing to assignments
• Communicate model findings and insights effectively to clients and internal teams
• Simplify complex financial model issues to make them understandable for non‑technical stakeholders

Key Skills And Qualifications

• We hire exceptional individuals who can demonstrate our core values of Drive, Innovation, Collaboration and Excellence.
• [1-2] years of relevant experience in a financial analysis role within a recognized advisory practice or large corporate setting
• A good appreciation of accounting concepts
• An understanding of Project Finance concepts
• Strong analytical skills with a foundation in building and operating financial models using Excel
• Degree qualified in a numerate discipline, with a postgraduate qualification in accounting or finance beneficial
• Experience with the FAST financial modeling standard is desirable

Benefits

A competitive base salary with flexible working arrangements, including a mixture of office‑based, working from home, and working on client sites. Significant opportunities for professional growth and development as we expand. Access to cutting‑edge financial modeling tools and resources. Collaborative and supportive team culture.

Location

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Seniority Level

• Associate

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Other

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting

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