Financial Analyst

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Hybrid work

Work-life balance

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a bright and analytical Financial Analyst to support our finance team. The role focuses on in-depth financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning, working closely with department heads to improve profitability and operational efficiency in a hybrid work environment.

Applicants should hold a Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting/Economics and have 2–4 years of financial analysis experience, advanced Excel skills, and experience with financial

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related quantitative field.
• 2–4 years of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, or corporate finance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced functions, modeling) and financial software.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex financial information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Develop financial models and forecasts to support strategic decision-making.
• Analyze financial performance, identifying variances and explaining key drivers.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for management.
• Assist in the annual budgeting process and ongoing budget monitoring.
• Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis and support business case development.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide insights into business trends.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Excel modeling

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Tools

Excel

Financial software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a bright and analytical Financial Analyst to support their finance team in Soweto. This role involves providing in-depth financial analysis, supporting budgeting and forecasting processes, and contributing to strategic financial planning. You will work closely with department heads to understand financial performance, identify trends, and develop recommendations to improve profitability and operational efficiency. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in finance within a dynamic and supportive team environment, utilizing a hybrid work model.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop financial models and forecasts to support strategic decision-making.
• Analyze financial performance, identifying variances and explaining key drivers.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for management.
• Assist in the annual budgeting process and ongoing budget monitoring.
• Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis and support business case development.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide insights into business trends.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• 2-4 years of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, or corporate finance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced functions, modeling) and financial software.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex financial information clearly.
• Experience working within a hybrid work setup is advantageous for team collaboration in Soweto.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for professional development and further training.
• A collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements to foster work-life balance.