Graduate Financial Analyst Program

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Mentorship

Training program

Performance incentives

Exposure to finance

Job summary

Placements24 seeks ambitious graduates to join its Graduate Financial Analyst Program in Sandton. You will gain exposure to financial analysis, reporting, and strategic decision-making, working with seasoned finance professionals in a hybrid setup.

Training, mentorship, and hands-on experience in modeling, budgeting, and investment research will build a strong finance foundation. You will contribute to financial statements, management reports, and presentations for senior management while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field.
• Solid grasp of financial principles and accounting practices.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient with Excel and financial modeling techniques.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing financial statements and management reports.
• Support financial modeling, forecasting, and budget analysis.
• Conduct market research on trends and investment opportunities.
• Analyze financial data to identify variances and insights.
• Contribute to presentations for senior management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Quantitative skills

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Tools

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client invites ambitious graduates to join their esteemed Graduate Financial Analyst Program in Sandton. This program offers a robust introduction to the world of finance, focusing on financial analysis, reporting, and strategic decision-making. You will work closely with experienced finance professionals, contributing to financial modeling, budget analysis, and investment research. Our client is dedicated to developing future financial leaders, providing comprehensive training, mentorship, and exposure to complex financial operations. This is an exceptional opportunity to build a strong foundation in finance within a leading corporate environment, offering a hybrid work model for enhanced flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and management reports.


• Support financial modeling, forecasting, and budget analysis activities.


• Conduct research on market trends and investment opportunities.


• Analyze financial data to identify variances and provide insights.


• Contribute to the development of presentations for senior management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.


• Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting practices.


• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling techniques.


• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary and performance-based incentives.


• Comprehensive training in financial analysis and corporate finance.


• Mentorship from seasoned finance professionals.


• Exposure to diverse financial operations in Sandton .


• Hybrid work model supporting work-life balance.