Hybrid Financial Analyst: Forecasting & Insights

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Hybrid work

Work-life balance

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a bright and analytical Financial Analyst to support our finance team. The role focuses on in-depth financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning, working closely with department heads to improve profitability and operational efficiency in a hybrid work environment.

Applicants should hold a Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting/Economics and have 2–4 years of financial analysis experience, advanced Excel skills, and experience with financial

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related quantitative field.
• 2–4 years of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, or corporate finance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced functions, modeling) and financial software.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex financial information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Develop financial models and forecasts to support strategic decision-making.
• Analyze financial performance, identifying variances and explaining key drivers.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for management.
• Assist in the annual budgeting process and ongoing budget monitoring.
• Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis and support business case development.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide insights into business trends.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Excel modeling

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Tools

Excel

Financial software

Job description

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a bright and analytical Financial Analyst to support our finance team. The role focuses on in-depth financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning, working closely with department heads to improve profitability and operational efficiency in a hybrid work environment.

Applicants should hold a Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting/Economics and have 2–4 years of financial analysis experience, advanced Excel skills, and experience with financial