Apprentice Financial Analyst

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Paid apprenticeship program

Mentorship from finance professionals

Exposure to corporate finance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Apprentice Financial Analyst to join our client’s remote team, supporting finance operations from anywhere. You will learn to analyze financial data, prepare reports, and assist with budgeting and forecasting under experienced mentors.

This paid apprenticeship offers exposure to P&L analysis, balance sheets, and various financial modeling tools in a flexible remote setting, with opportunities for professional development in the finance sector.

Qualifications

• Strong quantitative and analytical skills; understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Proficiency with spreadsheet software such as Microsoft Excel.
• Interest in pursuing a career in finance and willingness to learn financial analysis techniques.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Strong communication skills for remote collaboration and reporting.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in gathering and organizing financial data from various departments.
• Help prepare financial reports, including P&L statements and balance sheets.
• Support budgeting and forecasting with data and analysis.
• Conduct basic financial analysis and identify trends or discrepancies.
• Learn and use financial modeling software and tools.
• Contribute to presentations on financial performance and outlook.

Skills

Quantitative

Analytical

Excel

Attention to detail

Remote collaboration

Communication

Self-management

Tools

Financial modeling software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is offering a fully remote Apprentice Financial Analyst position, supporting their operations out of Mahikeng. This apprenticeship is designed for individuals with a keen aptitude for numbers and a desire to build a career in finance. You will work under the guidance of experienced financial professionals, learning to analyze financial data, prepare reports, and support budgeting and forecasting processes. This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience in financial analysis, develop critical business acumen, and contribute to strategic financial planning within a dynamic, remote work setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in gathering and organizing financial data from various departments.


• Help prepare financial reports, including P&L statements and balance sheets.


• Support the budgeting and forecasting process by providing data and analysis.


• Conduct basic financial analysis and identify trends or discrepancies.


• Learn and utilize financial modeling software and tools.


• Contribute to presentations on financial performance and outlook.

Requirements

• Strong quantitative and analytical skills with a solid understanding of basic accounting principles.


• Proficiency in spreadsheet software such as Microsoft Excel.


• An interest in pursuing a career in finance and a willingness to learn financial analysis techniques.


• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.


• Strong communication skills, essential for effective remote collaboration and reporting.


• Ability to work independently and manage tasks efficiently in a remote environment.

Benefits

• Fully remote position providing flexibility and a comfortable work environment.


• Paid apprenticeship program with a competitive salary.


• Mentorship from experienced finance professionals.


• Exposure to various aspects of corporate finance and financial planning.


• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement in the financial sector.