Data Analyst

Bridgement; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 519 000 - 867 000; Full time

Job summary

A fintech start-up in South Africa seeks a Data Analyst to transform data into insights and maintain BI dashboards. Required are a tertiary degree, proficiency in Power BI and DAX, and 2-3 years experience. This role offers engagement in projects driving business decisions and a chance to thrive in a dynamic team. Excellent benefits include life insurance and professional development sponsorship.

Benefits

Life insurance

Disability + critical illness coverage

Income protection

Sponsorship for online courses

Team social events

Qualifications

• 2-3+ years of business intelligence experience, preferably in financial services or fintech.
• Solid understanding of financial data and reporting structures.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate across teams, transforming data into insights.
• Own, build, and maintain dashboards and reports in Microsoft Power BI.
• Continuously improve BI infrastructure and ensure data accuracy.
• Support data-driven decision making by enabling self-service BI.
• Leverage AI tools for efficient data processing.

Skills

Power BI

DAX

SQL

Excel

Data modelling

Attention to detail

Education

Tertiary degree in Information Systems, Informatics, Statistics, Economics or Finance

Honors preferred

Job description

Analytics and Special projects at Bridgement

About Bridgement

Bridgement is breaking down the barriers to access finance for small businesses in South Africa.

Traditional loans from banks and other lenders have a slow application process, have strict criteria, require a lot of documentation, and inflexible terms.

In contrast, we use cutting‑edge technology and artificial intelligence to offer flexible finance online, with a 2‑minute application, no documentation required, and a decision in a matter of hours.

We're a well‑funded fintech start‑up, backed by Opus18 (previously Capricorn Capital Partners) and the greater Yellowwoods group, best known for their investments in and ownership of Nandos, Hollard, Clientèle, Direct Axis, and Budget Group.

Having won several awards recently, including Xero's App of the Year award, we are proud to be recognised by worldwide brands as a trusted and valued business.

Roles and responsibilities

As a Data Analyst at Bridgement, you will collaborate across teams, transforming data into meaningful insights that drive our business forward.

Own, build, and maintain dashboards and reports in Microsoft Power BI (and other tools) that drive key business decisions.

Continuously improve BI infrastructure, ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and performance.

Partner with Marketing, Credit, and Finance teams to translate business requirements into actionable insights.

Work closely with team leads to understand requirements and communicate insights.

Support data‑driven decision making by enabling self‑service BI across the organisation.

Leverage AI tools for more efficient data processing and analytics.

Use SQL, Excel, and DAX to model and transform data for analysis.

Document BI processes and create clear data dictionaries or guides for users.

Requirements

Tertiary degree in Information systems, Informatics, Statistics, Economics or Finance.

Honors preferred.

Proficiency in PowerBI and DAX is essential.

Solid understanding of financial data and reporting structures (income statement, balance sheet, etc.).

2-3+ years business intelligence experience, preferably in financial services or fintech.

Strong excel, SQL and data modelling skills.

Passion for growing SME's across South Africa.

Excellent attention to detail and ability to communicate complex insights simply.

Benefits

An opportunity to be a part of one of the most exciting, growing fintech startups

A smart, fun and diverse team with an open door policy for conversation, suggestions and idea sharing

A lovely office in the heart of Melrose Arch featuring great coffee, complimentary snacks and regular team social events

Amazing employee benefits including life insurance, disability + critical illness, income protection and gap cover, as well as other benefits like psychological, physical, financial wellbeing and legal support

Sponsorship for pre-approved online courses