Graduate Financial Analyst - Remote

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a Graduate Financial Analyst to join a fully remote finance team. Based in South Africa with a conceptual anchor near Pretoria, Gauteng, the role focuses on financial planning, analysis, and reporting for recent graduates.

You will assist in monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, support budgeting and forecasting, and develop financial models while working with senior finance professionals in a flexible, asynchronous environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting concepts.
• Proficiency in Excel, including advanced functions (e.g., VLOOKUP, pivot tables).

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and key performance indicators.
• Develop financial models to support business case development and strategic initiatives.
• Monitor financial performance against budget and forecast, investigating significant deviations.
• Assist in the consolidation of financial data from various business units.
• Contribute to process improvements within the finance department.
• Provide ad-hoc financial analysis and support to management as required.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial modeling

Data analysis

Remote collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems experience

Job description

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Graduate Financial Analyst to join their remote finance team. This position is fully remote, offering flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa, and is based conceptually around Pretoria, Gauteng, ZA . You will play a key role in supporting financial planning, analysis, and reporting functions. This is an ideal opportunity for recent graduates to gain significant experience in corporate finance, working with complex financial data and contributing to strategic financial decisions. We provide a collaborative, technology-enabled environment designed for remote success, ensuring you have the resources and support to thrive in your early career.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports. Support the budgeting and forecasting processes. Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and key performance indicators. Develop financial models to support business case development and strategic initiatives. Monitor financial performance against budget and forecast, investigating significant deviations. Assist in the consolidation of financial data from various business units. Contribute to process improvements within the finance department. Provide ad-hoc financial analysis and support to management as required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting concepts. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions (e.g., VLOOKUP, pivot tables). Familiarity with financial modeling and analysis techniques. Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Good communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively in a remote team. Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines in a remote setting. Experience with financial software or ERP systems is a plus.

Benefits

This fully remote role as a Graduate Financial Analyst offers a competitive starting salary, performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive benefits. Our client invests heavily in employee development, providing access to professional certifications and continuous learning opportunities. You will gain invaluable exposure to diverse financial operations and work closely with senior finance professionals. The remote nature of the job allows for excellent work-life balance, supported by a culture that embraces flexibility and asynchronous collaboration. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and offers significant potential for career growth within the finance sector, all while working from the comfort of your home office.