Graduate Financial Analyst (Remote)

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Training in financial analysis

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a detail‑oriented Graduate Financial Analyst to join a fully remote finance team. This role provides hands-on experience in financial modeling, reporting, and analysis, serving as an entry point into the financial sector.

You will support the finance department with data management, forecasts, and budgeting, while pursuing professional development and potential CFA/CA(SA) pathways.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a finance-related field is required.
• Strong knowledge of financial concepts and accounting.
• Proficient in advanced Excel functions like pivot tables and VLOOKUP.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation of financial data.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Develop and maintain financial models and forecasts.
• Analyze data to identify trends, variances, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis from a financial perspective.
• Collaborate with departments to support budgeting.

Skills

Financial principles

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related quantitative field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking detail-oriented and analytical Graduate Financial Analysts to join their fully remote finance team. This role provides a critical entry point into the financial sector, offering hands‑on experience in financial modeling, reporting, and analysis. You will support the finance department in managing financial data, preparing forecasts, and contributing to strategic financial planning. This position is ideal for recent graduates with a strong aptitude for numbers and a desire to develop a career in finance, working flexibly from anywhere while contributing to significant financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Support the development and maintenance of financial models and forecasts.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for cost savings or revenue enhancement.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis from a financial perspective.
• Collaborate with various departments to gather financial information and support their budgeting needs.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting concepts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions like pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly.

Benefits

• Competitive graduate salary with performance-related bonuses.
• Fully remote work environment offering significant flexibility.
• Extensive training in financial analysis, modeling, and reporting tools.
• Opportunities for professional certifications such as CFA or CA(SA).
• A supportive and collaborative virtual team culture focused on professional growth.