Financial Analyst

WatersEdge Solutions; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic insurance provider in Johannesburg is seeking a Financial Analyst. The role involves driving financial insights and supporting budgeting and forecasting. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Finance with at least 1 year of experience and strong skills in Excel and financial modelling. This position offers a hybrid working model and long-term growth prospects within a supportive environment committed to innovation.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Long-term growth prospects

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in financial analysis or accounting.
• Proven skills in developing financial models.
• High attention to detail with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyse financial data and create reports on trends and KPIs.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial risk identification.
• Build and maintain financial models for investment evaluations.

Skills

Financial analysis

Excel proficiency

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Location: Hybrid – Bedfordview
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Industry: Financial Services | Insurance | Strategic Finance

About the Role

WatersEdge Solutions is partnering with a dynamic, non-traditional insurance provider to hire a strategic and analytical Financial Analyst. With over 25 years of market presence, this organisation focuses on client-centric innovation and solving financial needs with unique, creative offerings.

As Financial Analyst, you’ll play a key role in driving financial insights, supporting decision-making through data, and contributing to budgeting, forecasting, and modelling. You’ll engage across departments to support business strategy, maintain compliance, and optimise reporting accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse financial data and create reports on trends, KPIs, and performance variances
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial risk/opportunity identification
• Build and maintain financial models for investment and scenario evaluation
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and assist during audits
• Manage and design performance incentives for internal teams
• Conduct market and competitor analysis for benchmarking and strategic input
• Maintain spend management systems and support approval workflows
• Collaborate across departments to translate data into actionable insights
• Present complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• Minimum of 1 year experience in financial analysis or accounting
• Proven skills in developing financial models and analysing financial performance
• Strong Excel skills; proficiency in financial modelling and tools like Power BI or Tableau
• Excellent problem-solving, critical-thinking, and communication skills
• High attention to detail, with strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
• Team-focused with effective collaboration and interpersonal abilities

Nice to Have

• Experience in insurance or healthcare finance
• Familiarity with financial compliance processes and audit preparation
• Exposure to incentive design and spend management systems

What’s On Offer

• Join a well-established financial team with a reputation for innovation
• Hybrid working model with exposure to strategic business operations
• Role commencing 1 February 2026 with long-term growth prospects
• Work in a supportive and forward-thinking environment committed to impactful results

Company Culture

This is a company built on service, community, and innovation. With a deep understanding of South African market needs, they pride themselves on delivering solutions with integrity, agility, and long-term value. Teamwork, continuous improvement, and smart decision-making underpin the culture, making it ideal for finance professionals looking to grow their impact and sharpen their strategic skills.

If you have not been contacted within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.