Financial Analyst

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Career development

Structured office environment

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban is seeking a dynamic Financial Analyst to join our client’s team. This role is essential for delivering critical financial insights and supporting business leaders in decision-making.

You will lead forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis, working closely with multiple departments to identify trends, opportunities, and risks. This is an office-based role focused on driving the financial strategy of the company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3–5 years in financial analysis, FP&A, or related role.
• Strong Excel and financial modeling skills.
• Ability to analyze data and present insights clearly.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and long-term planning.
• Analyze financial performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying key drivers and variances.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations for senior management on financial results and trends.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to support strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with department heads to gather financial data and ensure accuracy.
• Identify and recommend cost-saving opportunities and operational efficiencies.

Skills

Advanced MS Excel

Financial modeling

Data analysis tools

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Tools

MS Excel

Financial modeling software

Data analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dynamic Financial Analyst to join their team based in Durban . This role is crucial for providing critical financial insights and support to business leaders, driving informed decision-making. You will be responsible for financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis. Working closely with various departments, you will help identify trends, opportunities, and risks. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to contribute to the financial strategy and success of the company in a fully office-based role.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and long-term planning.
• Analyze financial performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying key drivers and variances.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations for senior management on financial results and trends.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to support strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with department heads to gather financial data and ensure accuracy.
• Identify and recommend cost‑saving opportunities and operational efficiencies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or a related role.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, financial modeling, and data analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of financial principles and corporate finance.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate complex financial information clearly.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• A structured and professional office environment.
• Employee assistance programs.