Financial Analyst

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Health & wellness benefits

Professional growth support (CFA)

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Financial Analyst to join a fully remote team. You will build and refine financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and valuation, translating data into actionable insights for strategic decision-making.

You will conduct in-depth analyses, prepare reports for senior management, and support annual budgeting and long-term planning while collaborating with a distributed team across time zones.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance or related quantitative field.
• 3-5 years of financial analysis experience.
• Strong Excel skills with advanced modeling abilities.
• Experience with ERP systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial models for forecasting and budgeting.
• Perform trend, variance, and profitability analyses.
• Prepare regular financial reports and dashboards for senior management.
• Assist in annual budgets and long-term financial plans.
• Evaluate investment opportunities and provide recommendations.
• Monitor key metrics and identify risks or improvement areas.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Quantitative analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting

Tools

Excel

Tableau

SAP

Oracle

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a proactive and analytical Financial Analyst to join their remote team. This position is vital for providing data-driven insights to support strategic business decisions and financial planning. You will be responsible for developing financial models, performing complex analyses, and presenting findings to various stakeholders. The role requires a strong understanding of financial principles, excellent quantitative skills, and the ability to translate complex data into clear actionable recommendations. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to contribute to financial strategy and growth from anywhere, with the full support of a distributed team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and valuation purposes.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis, including trend analysis, variance analysis, and profitability studies.
• Prepare regular financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior management.
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and long-term financial plans.
• Evaluate investment opportunities and provide recommendations based on financial analysis.
• Monitor key financial metrics and identify areas for improvement or potential risks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related quantitative field.
• 3-5 years of experience in financial analysis, corporate finance, or investment banking.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, financial modeling, and data visualization tools.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, accounting principles, and valuation methods.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience with financial ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant flexibility and autonomy.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth, including support for certifications like CFA.
• Collaborative and supportive virtual team environment.