Operations Business Analyst

Tiger Personnel Management; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Cape Town is seeking a Business Analyst with a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 3 years in financial analytics. You will gather and analyze business data, create dashboards, and provide insights to drive organizational improvement. The role offers an attractive remuneration package and an inclusive workplace culture.

Benefits

Attractive remuneration package

Performance incentives

Extensive benefits program

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in business or financial analytics.
• Expert-level proficiency in SQL and data visualization platforms.
• Previous experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) or corporate finance.

Responsibilities

• Gather, process, and interpret performance data.
• Create and manage dashboards and reports.
• Monitor KPIs and conduct variance analysis.
• Generate insights and recommendations for stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical capabilities

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

SQL proficiency

Experience with Power BI

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related discipline

Tools

Power BI

Excel

ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)

Job description

What Youll Be Driving :

• Gather, process, and interpret financial, operational, and sales performance data.
• Create and manage insightful dashboards and reports using tools like Power BI and advanced Excel.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and conduct variance analysis against projections and allocated funds.
• Prepare essential reports for executive review.
• Generate Business Insights & Recommendations : Uncover critical trends, potential risks, performance outcomes, and growth opportunities across various business units. Convert complex data into clear, strategic insights for stakeholders.
• Partner with cross-functional teams (Finance, Operations, Marketing) to grasp performance metrics and requirements, contributing to overall organizational enhancement.
• Articulate findings and propose solutions with clarity and precision.
• Assist in diverse cross-departmental projects and strategic initiatives.
• Drive Process Improvement : Assess current operational workflows and suggest impactful enhancements. Automate routine reporting and optimize data handling processes.

What You Bring to the Table :

• A relevant Bachelors degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of progressive experience in business or financial analytics.
• Expert-level proficiency in Excel, SQL, and leading data visualization platforms (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Exceptional analytical capabilities, strong problem-solving acumen, and superb communication skills.
• Previous experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) or corporate finance functions.
• Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Experience with scenario modeling and robust forecasting techniques.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a proactive approach to managing multiple competing priorities in a dynamic, high-paced setting.

Why Youll Thrive With Us :

• Attractive remuneration package and performance incentives.
• Extensive benefits program.
• A supportive, inclusive, and adaptive workplace culture.