Financial Analyst

West Coast Personnel; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Cape Town is looking for a Financial Analyst to support financial operations, data analysis, and reporting functions. The role involves budgeting, forecasting, and providing insights for strategic decisions. Candidates should have a relevant degree and extensive experience in financial accounting or data analysis. Proficiency in MS Office, SQL, and Power BI is advantageous. Candidates must be tech-savvy, analytical, and possess strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, B Compt, or related field.
• 12 years in Financial Accounting or Data Analysis required.
• Experience in project management.

Responsibilities

• Analyse financial data to support organisational financial operations.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Provide insights to management that drive strategic decisions.
• Support reporting functions and data analysis.

Skills

Data analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Communication

Problem-solving

Leadership

Tech-savvy

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Finance, Accounting, B Compt, or related field

Tools

MS Office

SQL

Power BI

Financial information systems

Job description

Financial Analyst • Cape Town, Western Cape

The Financial Analyst will play a key role in supporting the organisation's financial operations, data analysis, and reporting functions. This position involves analysing financial data, assisting with budgeting and forecasting, and supporting management with insights that drive strategic decisions. The role requires a detail‑oriented, analytical professional with a passion for finance and data‑driven problem‑solving.

Location: Bellville, Cape Town.

Responsibilities

• Analyse financial data to support organisational financial operations.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Provide insights to management that drive strategic decisions.
• Support reporting functions and data analysis.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, B Compt, or related field.
• Requirement for 12 years in Financial Accounting or Data Analysis.
• Experience in project management.
• Proficiency in MS Office; knowledge of SQL & Power BI beneficial.
• Experience with financial information systems.
• Valid driver’s licence and own vehicle.
• Tech‑savvy and analytical thinker.
• Strong business and financial acumen.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Performance‑driven, self‑starter with leadership ability and collaborative mindset.
• Skilled in planning, organisation, and managing change.
• Data analytics background; CA(SA) advantageous.