Junior Financial Analyst

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional certification support

Collaborative and growth-oriented team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous and analytical Junior Financial Analyst to join their finance team in Mossel Bay. This role provides a valuable opportunity for graduates to develop their skills in financial modeling, forecasting, and reporting.

You will support senior analysts in managing financial data, preparing reports, and contributing to strategic financial planning. The position is hybrid, balancing essential office-based collaboration with the flexibility of remote work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• Solid understanding of financial principles and accounting concepts.
• Advanced Excel skills including VLOOKUP and pivot tables.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, budgets, and forecasts.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Support the development of financial models and valuation analyses.
• Contribute to monthly and quarterly financial reporting packages for management.
• Collaborate with various departments to gather financial information and ensure data accuracy.

Skills

Analytical skills

Quantitative skills

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a meticulous and analytical Junior Financial Analyst to join their finance team in Mossel Bay . This role provides a valuable opportunity for graduates to develop their skills in financial modeling, forecasting, and reporting. You will support senior analysts in managing financial data, preparing reports, and contributing to strategic financial planning. This hybrid position balances essential office-based collaboration with the flexibility of remote work. You will play an integral part in providing financial insights that guide business decisions and contribute to the company's financial health.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, budgets, and forecasts.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Support the development of financial models and valuation analyses.
• Contribute to monthly and quarterly financial reporting packages for management.
• Collaborate with various departments to gather financial information and ensure data accuracy.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Solid understanding of financial principles and accounting concepts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions like VLOOKUP and pivot tables.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with attention to detail.
• Good communication and organizational abilities for a hybrid role in Mossel Bay .

Benefits

• Attractive starting salary with potential for bonuses.
• Hybrid work arrangement for improved work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Access to financial training and professional certification support.
• A collaborative and growth-oriented team environment.