Business Analyst

Malander Careers; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 70 000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is looking for a detail-oriented Business Analyst to drive financial projects. This role involves bridging business needs and technology, with responsibilities including data analysis, project planning, and stakeholder collaboration. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical background, proficiency in financial tools, and excellent communication skills. Join a dynamic team that values creativity and problem-solving, and make a significant impact on financial operations and project success. If you're ready to take on new challenges and grow in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience in business analysis or financial operations.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and data visualization tools.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams to document business requirements for projects.
• Conduct data analysis to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Financial Modelling

Data Visualization

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Certification in Business Analysis

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

Xero

SQL

Python

Job description

Join us to apply for the Business Analyst role at Malander Careers

Direct message the job poster from Malander Careers. We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Business Analyst to support the planning, execution, and optimisation of finance-related initiatives.

The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between business needs and technology, ensuring the successful delivery of financial projects by gathering requirements, analysing data, and collaborating with stakeholders.

Immediate availability is essential for this role.

Key Responsibilities

1. Collaborate with finance, marketing, operations, and HR to document business requirements for company-wide projects.
2. Conduct data analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for process improvements.
3. Assist in developing and implementing financial systems, reporting tools, and process automation.
4. Create reports, dashboards, and presentations to support decision-making.
5. Support project planning, budgeting, and tracking to ensure timely delivery and alignment with business objectives.
6. Work with stakeholders to define and document financial workflows, policies, and procedures.
7. Develop automated dashboards and tools to monitor and measure core business Key Performance Indicators.
8. Liaise with the executive team to highlight areas where KPIs, project timelines, and core metrics are not being met, and develop actionable plans to address these issues.
9. Assist in risk management, compliance, and regulatory reporting requirements.
10. Communicate project updates and insights to senior management and key stakeholders.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in business analysis, financial operations, or project management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret financial data.
• Proficiency in Excel, financial modelling, and data visualisation tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.).
• Experience in preparing presentations and presenting to the executive team.
• Experience with financial systems (Xero or similar) is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact with cross-functional teams.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1–3 years of relevant work experience.
• A degree in finance or business, with certification in Business Analysis, Business Administration, or Project Management.
• Experience in a consulting environment is a plus.
• Knowledge of SQL, Python, or other data analysis tools is a plus.

Additional Information

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Contract

Job function: Business Development, Analysis, and Finance

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa