Junior Financial Analyst

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Structured training

Mentorship program

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto invites applications for a Junior Financial Analyst to support the finance team with financial analysis, reporting, and modelling. This entry-level role is ideal for recent graduates seeking hands-on experience in budgeting and forecasting.

You will collaborate with senior analysts and the finance manager to develop models, ensure data integrity, and contribute to business decisions within the Gauteng banking and finance sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a closely related field is required.
• Strong analytical skills and a keen eye for detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and basic charting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn and a proactive attitude toward taking on new tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial reports, including variance analysis against budget.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting processes by gathering data and performing initial analyses.
• Help develop and maintain financial models for various business scenarios.
• Conduct research on industry trends and competitor financial performance.
• Assist in ad-hoc financial analysis projects as required by the finance team.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data used for reporting and analysis.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Proactive attitude

Eagerness to learn

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic financial services organization in Soweto , is looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Junior Financial Analyst to support their finance department. This entry-level position offers an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional to gain hands-on experience in financial analysis, reporting, and modeling. You will work closely with senior analysts and the finance manager, contributing to critical tasks that support business decision-making and financial planning within the Gauteng region. This is an ideal role for someone looking to launch a career in finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial reports, including variance analysis against budget.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting processes by gathering data and performing initial analyses.
• Help develop and maintain financial models for various business scenarios.
• Conduct research on industry trends and competitor financial performance.
• Assist in ad-hoc financial analysis projects as required by the finance team.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data used for reporting and analysis.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a closely related field.
• Strong analytical skills and a keen eye for detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and basic charting.
• Good understanding of financial principles and accounting concepts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn and a proactive attitude towards taking on new tasks.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary and potential for performance-based increments.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Structured training and mentorship program to foster professional growth.
• Opportunity to gain invaluable experience in the banking and finance sector in Soweto .
• A supportive team environment conducive to learning and development.