Junior Financial Analyst (Remote First)

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement savings plan

Generous leave & holidays

Professional certifications (e.g., CFA

Continuous learning & remote culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Junior Financial Analyst for a fully remote role in South Africa. You will assist in forecasting, budgeting and financial reporting, gaining hands-on exposure to modeling and analysis while supporting senior management with insights.

The ideal candidate has a Finance/Accounting/Economics degree and strong Excel skills, with excellent analytical and communication abilities suitable for a remote, high-performance finance team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related field.
• Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modelling.
• Familiarity with forecasting techniques and budgeting processes.
• Excellent analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports.
• Perform variance, trend and performance analyses.
• Build and maintain financial models for forecasting and budgeting.
• Support budgeting processes by collating data from multiple departments.
• Identify KPIs and business drivers from financial data.
• Create presentations for senior management with insights and recommendations.
• Evaluate new business opportunities and investment proposals.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of processes and systems.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Attention to detail

Remote work discipline

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Tools

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished financial services firm headquartered in Rustenburg, North West, ZA , is seeking a meticulous and driven Junior Financial Analyst to join their esteemed finance department. This role is integral to our client's mission of providing exceptional financial insights and strategic guidance. As a fully remote position, you will have the flexibility to operate from anywhere while contributing to the financial health of the organization. This is an exceptional opportunity for a recent graduate with a keen interest in finance to gain hands‑on experience in financial modeling, forecasting, and analysis. We are committed to nurturing talent and providing a clear career progression path within a supportive, high-performance culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Conduct financial analysis, including variance analysis, trend analysis, and performance measurement.
• Develop and maintain financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning.
• Support the budgeting process by gathering data and collaborating with various departments.
• Analyze financial data to identify key performance indicators (KPIs) and business drivers.
• Prepare presentations and reports for senior management, highlighting key financial insights and recommendations.
• Assist in the evaluation of new business opportunities and investment proposals.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial processes and systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related business field.
• Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP, financial modeling).
• Familiarity with financial modeling and forecasting techniques.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a remote environment.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
• Prior internship or work experience in finance or accounting is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a remote team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement savings plan with employer matching.
• Generous annual leave and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for professional certifications (e.g., CFA, CPA).
• Continuous learning and development programs.
• Supportive and collaborative remote work culture.
• Access to industry-leading financial software and tools.