Junior Financial Analyst: Training, Growth & Impact

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

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Jr. Financial Analyst in Soweto to support the finance team with data collection, reporting, and forecasting.

You will work closely with senior analysts and the finance manager, gaining hands-on experience in financial analysis and reporting while developing your career in a dynamic banking and finance environment. This entry-level role emphasizes learning, accuracy, and proactive problem solving, with training provided and opportunities for progression within the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with excellent attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills; ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes by gathering data and performing preliminary analysis.
• Help maintain financial models and databases, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
• Conduct variance analysis, identifying discrepancies between actual results and forecasts/budgets.
• Assist in preparing presentations for management and other stakeholders.
• Support ad-hoc financial analysis requests from various departments.
• Help reconcile financial data and ensure compliance with internal policies.
• Learn and apply accounting principles and financial analysis techniques.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve departmental goals.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Jr. Financial Analyst in Soweto to support the finance team with data collection, reporting, and forecasting.

You will work closely with senior analysts and the finance manager, gaining hands-on experience in financial analysis and reporting while developing your career in a dynamic banking and finance environment. This entry-level role emphasizes learning, accuracy, and proactive problem solving, with training provided and opportunities for progression within the