Graduate Financial Analyst

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Mentorship program

Structured training program

Career progression

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Graduate Financial Analyst to join our Port Elizabeth finance team. The role offers a solid foundation for a career in finance, involving planning, analysis, and reporting, with close collaboration with senior professionals.

The position focuses on budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis. It is ideal for quantitative graduates who want to contribute to sound financial management in a challenging, rewarding environment with clear development paths.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• Solid understanding of financial principles and accounting concepts.
• Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables and VLOOKUP.
• Strong analytical and quantitative abilities with high accuracy.
• Excellent time management and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Support budgeting and forecasting across departments.
• Conduct variance analysis and explain deviations from plan.
• Develop financial models and projections.
• Gather and analyze financial data to support strategic decisions.
• Assist with ad-hoc financial analyses and special projects.

Skills

Excel

Pivot tables

VLOOKUP

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking bright and ambitious Graduate Financial Analysts to join their finance department in Port Elizabeth. This role offers a robust foundation for a career in finance, involving financial planning, analysis, and reporting. You will work closely with senior finance professionals, contributing to budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes. This position is ideal for individuals with a strong quantitative aptitude and a keen interest in understanding financial performance drivers. We are looking for diligent individuals ready to contribute to sound financial management within a challenging and rewarding environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting processes across various departments.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide explanations for deviations from the plan.
• Help in the development of financial models and projections.
• Gather and analyze financial data to support strategic decision-making.
• Assist with ad-hoc financial analysis and special projects as required.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Solid understanding of financial principles and accounting concepts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions like pivot tables and VLOOKUP.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team.

Benefits

• Competitive graduate salary with annual reviews and potential bonuses.
• Structured training program and mentorship from experienced finance professionals.
• Exposure to diverse financial operations within a reputable organization in Port Elizabeth .
• Opportunities for professional qualifications and career progression.
• A supportive and professional work atmosphere dedicated to financial excellence.