Financial Analyst - Business Performance

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and performance‑or‑

bonus structure

Comprehensive medical aid and retire-

Generous annual leave and other

A professional and supportive work env

Job summary

Placements24 is partnering with a growing energy sector client in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, to hire a Financial Analyst focused on business performance analysis. The role involves building forecasting models, analyzing variances, and delivering actionable insights to senior management from cross‑functional collaboration.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in financial analysis, a degree in finance or related field, and advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• 3–5 years in financial analysis or related role.
• Strong modelling, forecasting, and budgeting knowledge.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, complex formulas) and PowerPoint.
• Experience with SAP, Oracle ERP, and BI tools is a plus.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and scenario analysis.
• Analyse financial performance against budgets, forecasts, and prior periods.
• Prepare regular financial reports and presentations for senior management.
• Support the budgeting and planning process with department heads.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of key business metrics to identify cost savings and revenue opportunities.
• Provide financial support for new business initiatives and projects.
• Assist in preparing financial statements and ensure data accuracy.
• Collaborate with accounting to ensure proper recording of financial transactions.
• Evaluate financial performance of different business units and projects.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of analysis tools and processes.

Skills

Advanced Excel

PowerPoint

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related quantitative field

Tools

SAP

Oracle ERP

BI tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and growing entity within the energy sector, located in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, is seeking a driven Financial Analyst to focus on business performance analysis. This role is crucial for providing actionable insights into financial performance, supporting strategic initiatives, and driving operational efficiency. You will work closely with various departments to analyse financial data, develop forecasts, and prepare insightful reports for senior management. This is an office-based position in Nelspruit, offering a stable and professional work environment where you can significantly contribute to the company's strategic financial direction.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and scenario analysis.
• Analyse financial performance against budgets, forecasts, and prior periods, identifying key trends and variances.
• Prepare regular financial reports and presentations for senior management, highlighting performance drivers and areas for improvement.
• Support the budgeting and planning process, working with department heads to develop annual budgets.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of key business metrics and operational data to identify areas for cost savings and revenue enhancement.
• Provide financial support and analysis for new business initiatives, investments, and projects.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and ensure accuracy of financial data.
• Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure proper recording of financial transactions.
• Evaluate financial performance of different business units and projects.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial analysis tools and processes.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in financial analysis, corporate finance, or a related role.
• Strong understanding of financial modelling, forecasting, and budgeting principles.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, complex formulas) and PowerPoint.
• Experience with financial ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and BI tools is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information clearly.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment.
• Must be able to work from our office in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Opportunity to work in a growing and stable industry.
• Exposure to diverse business challenges and strategic decision-making.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Generous annual leave and other employee benefits.
• A professional and supportive work environment.