Junior Financial Analyst

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary with performance‑or

Structured training and mentorship

Job summary

Placements24 in Mpumalanga is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Financial Analyst to join our finance team, offering practical experience in financial modeling, forecasting, and reporting within a dynamic corporate setting.

You will support senior analysts, contribute to financial insights, and work in a hybrid environment with in-office collaboration in Nelspruit, balancing independent analysis with teamwork to drive strategic decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related quantitative field.
• Strong analytical skills and a solid understanding of financial principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables).

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of financial reports, budgets, and forecasts.
• Conduct financial analysis, variance analysis, and profitability studies.
• Support the development and maintenance of financial models.
• Collaborate with various departments to gather financial data and information.
• Contribute to ad-hoc financial projects and analyses as required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel

Education

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

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Junior Financial Analyst to join their finance team. This role offers an excellent opportunity for recent graduates to gain practical experience in financial modeling, forecasting, and reporting within a dynamic corporate setting. You will support senior analysts in providing crucial financial insights to guide strategic decision-making. This hybrid position allows for remote work flexibility combined with essential in-office collaboration in Nelspruit , fostering both independent analysis and team synergy.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of financial reports, budgets, and forecasts.
• Conduct financial analysis, variance analysis, and profitability studies.
• Support the development and maintenance of financial models.
• Collaborate with various departments to gather financial data and information.
• Contribute to ad-hoc financial projects and analyses as required.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• Strong analytical skills and a solid understanding of financial principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions (e.g., VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables).
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data handling.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing remote and in-office tasks.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Hybrid work model providing work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical, retirement, and other benefits.
• Structured training and mentorship program in financial analysis.
• A collaborative and professional team atmosphere.