Financial Data Analyst

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Training opportunities

Team-building events

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Financial Data Analyst for a fintech client in Pretoria. You will collect, clean, and analyze financial data to deliver actionable insights, dashboards, and reports for decision-making across product, marketing and finance.

This in-office role emphasizes collaboration and mentorship, with opportunities to grow skills in SQL, Tableau and Power BI and to present findings to varied stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Statistics, Data Science or related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in financial analysis or data analysis.
• Proficiency in SQL for data extraction and manipulation.
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI or similar.
• Strong understanding of financial statements and metrics.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis techniques.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and cleanse large datasets from financial sources.
• Perform in-depth analysis to identify trends and anomalies.
• Develop and maintain financial reports, dashboards, and visualizations using Tableau or Power BI.
• Interpret data and provide actionable insights to support decisions.
• Collaborate with product, marketing, and finance teams to understand data needs.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and consistency across analyses.
• Automate reporting processes to improve efficiency.
• Assist in forecasting and budgeting with data-driven insights.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Statistics, Data Science

Tools

SQL

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic fintech company, is looking for a meticulous and insightful Financial Data Analyst to join their team in Pretoria. This role is based in the office, fostering strong team collaboration and direct mentorship. You will be responsible for collecting, cleaning, analyzing, and interpreting complex financial data to provide actionable insights that drive business decisions. Your work will involve creating dashboards, reports, and visualizations to communicate findings effectively to stakeholders across various departments. The ideal candidate has a strong quantitative background, proficiency in data analysis tools, and a keen understanding of financial principles. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the growth of an innovative company and develop your skills in a supportive, in-office environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and cleanse large datasets from various financial sources.
• Perform in-depth analysis of financial data to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies.
• Develop and maintain financial reports, dashboards, and visualizations using tools like Tableau or Power BI.
• Interpret data and provide actionable insights and recommendations to support strategic business decisions.
• Collaborate with product, marketing, and finance teams to understand their data needs.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and consistency across all analyses.
• Automate reporting processes where possible to improve efficiency.
• Assist in forecasting and budget planning by providing data-driven insights.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Statistics, Data Science, or a related quantitative field.
• 2-3 years of experience in financial analysis or data analysis.
• Proficiency in SQL for data extraction and manipulation.
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar.
• Strong understanding of financial statements and metrics.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis techniques.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Company-sponsored retirement plan.
• Paid time off and public holidays.
• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• Collaborative and engaging office environment.
• Access to modern office facilities.
• Team-building events and social activities.