Bloemfontein Financial Analytics Apprentice — Mentored Path

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Mentorship

Career advancement

Certification support

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct in Bloemfontein, Free State, invites applications for a Junior Financial Analyst Apprenticeship. This hands-on program develops core skills in financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and reporting while you work alongside seasoned finance professionals.

You will learn to analyse data, build financial models, and contribute to management presentations. The role requires strong numerical ability, attention to detail, and a proactive, learning mindset.

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related quantitative field.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and advanced functions.
• Basic understanding of financial statements and accounting principles.
• Willingness to learn and develop professionally in finance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes with data from departments.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances and KPIs.
• Help develop financial models to support planning and decision-making.
• Reconcile financial discrepancies and ensure data accuracy.
• Assist in preparing presentations for management and stakeholders.
• Learn and apply accounting principles and financial regulations.
• Support audit processes with documentation and explanations.
• Contribute to process improvements within the finance department.
• Assist senior analysts with ad-hoc analysis projects.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Numerical aptitude

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Finance/Accounting/Economics degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

WhatJobs Direct in Bloemfontein, Free State, invites applications for a Junior Financial Analyst Apprenticeship. This hands-on program develops core skills in financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and reporting while you work alongside seasoned finance professionals.

You will learn to analyse data, build financial models, and contribute to management presentations. The role requires strong numerical ability, attention to detail, and a proactive, learning mindset.