Junior Financial Analyst

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical aid and pension fund

Career progression opportunities

Excellent training and development

Exposure to FP&A in retail

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein, Free State, seeks a junior financial analyst to support budgeting, forecasting and reporting. The role suits a recent graduate or early-career professional,providing hands-on FP&A exposure in a retail-oriented finance team.

You will assist monthly reports, update financial models and partner with departments to drive accuracy, insights and performance. Hybrid arrangement offers some remote flexibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics.
• 0–3 years in finance or accounting roles.
• Strong analytical and quantitative capabilities.
• Solid understanding of financial principles and reporting concepts.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monthly financial reports with variance analysis and commentary.
• Support budgeting and forecasting for multiple departments.
• Conduct analyses to identify trends, risks and opportunities.
• Maintain financial models and databases.
• Prepare ad-hoc reports for management as needed.
• Collaborate with departments to gather data for analyses.
• Monitor KPIs and present actionable insights.
• Support FP&A learnings and processes.
• Assist accounting with reconciliations and data validation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Quantitative skills

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics

Tools

Excel proficiency

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic player in the retail sector, is looking for an enthusiastic and analytical Junior Financial Analyst to join their team in Bloemfontein, Free State. This entry-level position is ideal for a recent graduate or an individual with a couple of years of experience looking to build a career in financial analysis and planning. The role will involve supporting the finance team in various analytical tasks, including budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement, allowing for a balance between in-office collaboration and remote work flexibility. Join a growing company in Bloemfontein, Free State and gain invaluable experience in financial operations and strategic analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial reports, including variance analysis and commentary.


• Support the budgeting and forecasting processes for various departments.


• Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.


• Help maintain financial models and databases.


• Prepare ad-hoc financial reports and analyses as requested by management.


• Collaborate with different departments to gather financial data and support their business needs.


• Assist in monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) and presenting relevant insights.


• Gain exposure to financial planning and analysis (FP&A) functions.


• Support the accounting team with reconciliations and data validation.


• Learn and apply financial analysis techniques and tools.

Requirements

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


• 0-3 years of relevant experience in finance or accounting.


• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, formulas).


• Good understanding of financial principles and accounting concepts.


• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new tools and processes.


• Eagerness to develop a career in financial analysis.


• Familiarity with financial reporting software is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary and benefits package.


• Hybrid work model providing flexibility.


• Excellent training and development opportunities.


• Exposure to various aspects of financial analysis within a retail environment.


• Supportive and collaborative team culture in Bloemfontein, Free State.


• Opportunity for career progression within the company.


• Medical aid and pension fund contributions.


• Generous paid time off.