Graduate Financial Analyst - Pretoria Office

Placements24; Pretoria; Presencial; ZAR 180 000 - 240 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Mentorship from senior finance profess

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking a bright and motivated Graduate Financial Analyst to join our Pretoria finance team. This office-based role provides hands-on experience in financial planning, analysis, and reporting, with direct mentorship from senior professionals.

You will assist in preparing statements, budgets, forecasts, variance analysis, and management reports; build financial models; and contribute to process improvements. A recent finance-related degree and strong Excel skills are essential.

Qualificações

• A recent graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related business discipline.
• Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting concepts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs).
• Familiarity with financial software or ERP systems is a plus.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, budgets, and forecasts.
• Perform variance analysis, comparing actual results to budgets and forecasts.
• Support the financial modeling and valuation activities of the team.
• Prepare financial reports and presentations for management and stakeholders.
• Assist in the reconciliation of financial data and ensure accuracy.
• Monitor key financial metrics and provide insights into performance trends.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the finance function.
• Adhere to all financial regulations and company policies.

Conhecimentos

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related business discipline

Ferramentas

Microsoft Excel

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client is seeking a bright and motivated Graduate Financial Analyst to join their established finance department based in Pretoria . This role is an excellent entry point into the financial services sector, offering hands-on experience in financial planning, analysis, and reporting. You will work alongside experienced financial professionals, contributing to critical business decisions and gaining a deep understanding of financial operations. This position is office-based, fostering strong team collaboration and direct mentorship opportunities within our Pretoria headquarters.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, budgets, and forecasts.
• Perform variance analysis, comparing actual results to budgets and forecasts.
• Support the financial modeling and valuation activities of the team.
• Prepare financial reports and presentations for management and stakeholders.
• Assist in the reconciliation of financial data and ensure accuracy.
• Monitor key financial metrics and provide insights into performance trends.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the finance function.
• Adhere to all financial regulations and company policies.

Requirements

• A recent graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related business discipline.
• Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting concepts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs).
• Familiarity with financial software or ERP systems is a plus.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to Pretoria .

Benefits

• Opportunity to work within a reputable financial institution in Pretoria .
• Structured training program focused on financial analysis and corporate finance.
• Mentorship from senior finance professionals.
• Competitive starting salary and benefits package.
• Exposure to diverse financial operations and reporting requirements.
• A professional and collaborative office environment.