Financial Analyst

Snatch | Accounting & Finance Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Sales & Finance Analyst to transition into a commercially focused role. This exciting position offers the chance to leverage your financial expertise in a dynamic environment, collaborating closely with Sales, Finance, and Procurement teams. You will be responsible for developing sales forecasts, analyzing performance metrics, and presenting financial data to support strategic business decisions. If you are passionate about data and excel in analytical thinking, this opportunity could be the perfect next step in your career, allowing you to grow beyond traditional accounting roles.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in accounting or finance.
• Strong analytical mindset with a passion for data-driven decisions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain sales forecasts using data and market insights.
• Analyze key performance metrics to provide actionable insights.

Skills

Data Analysis

Financial Forecasting

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Excel Proficiency

Education

AGA(SA) or SAICA articles completed

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Are you a numbers-driven accountant looking to move beyond traditional accounting into a commercially focused role?

As a Sales & Finance Analyst, you’ll play a key role in finance, sales, and operations, using data-driven insights to support strategic business decisions. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your financial expertise in a dynamic business environment, where you’ll work closely with Sales, Finance, and Procurement to drive performance through data analysis and forecasting.

If you have a strong grasp of numbers, love Data and Excel, and want to transition into a more commercially focused role, this could be your next career move!

This role is based in Cape Town, and could also suit candidates looking to relocate to the Western Cape.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop and maintain sales forecasts using historical data, market trends, and business insights.
2. Ensure optimal stock levels across multiple locations, avoiding shortages or overstock.
3. Analyze key performance metrics (forecast accuracy, stock turnover, etc.) to provide actionable insights.
4. Work with Sales, Procurement, and Finance to align forecasts with business strategies and market conditions.
5. Present financial data to support decision-making in sales and operations.

Desired Qualifications and Experience

1. AGA(SA) or SAICA articles completed.
2. 3-5 years of experience in accounting, finance, or related fields.
3. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
4. Strong analytical mindset with a passion for data-driven decision-making.
5. Interest in moving into a more commercial finance role, working beyond traditional accounting.
6. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Salary

1. R25 000 - R35 000 CTC per month depending on experience.