Graduate Financial Analyst

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health & retirement benefits

Mentorship & career development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking Graduate Financial Analysts to join our client’s finance team in Paarl. This entry-level role focuses on financial planning, analysis, and reporting, offering a solid entry point into the financial services sector.

You’ll develop skills in financial modeling, data interpretation, and strategic decision support while working with experienced professionals. The position offers a hybrid work model, mentorship, and opportunities to grow in Paarl’s finance operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or Accounting is required.
• Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting concepts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial software.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, budgets, and forecasts.
• Perform financial analysis to identify variances and trends.
• Support the development of financial models to evaluate business performance and strategic initiatives.
• Contribute to reporting processes for senior management and stakeholders.
• Ensure data accuracy and compliance with financial regulations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Financial literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or Accounting

Tools

Excel

Financial modeling tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is recruiting detail-oriented Graduate Financial Analysts to join their finance department in Paarl . This role offers a critical entry point into the financial services sector, where you will contribute to financial planning, analysis, and reporting. You will work closely with experienced finance professionals, developing skills in financial modeling, data interpretation, and strategic decision support. We are seeking individuals with strong quantitative abilities, a passion for finance, and a commitment to accuracy and diligence, ready to support the financial health of our operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, budgets, and forecasts.
• Perform financial analysis to identify variances and trends.
• Support the development of financial models to evaluate business performance and strategic initiatives.
• Contribute to reporting processes for senior management and stakeholders.
• Ensure data accuracy and compliance with financial regulations.

Requirements

• A degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting concepts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial software.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive graduate salary with potential for annual reviews.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Exposure to diverse financial operations in the Paarl region.
• Mentorship and career development opportunities within the finance function.