Remote Financial Analyst

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote

Professional development

Collaborative team

Growth-focused company

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Remote Financial Analyst to join its expanding finance team in South Africa. The role centers on financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis to drive profitability while you work from your own location.

You will build and maintain robust financial models, prepare monthly and quarterly reports for senior management, and provide strategic insights to support growth initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or similar role.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, financial modeling, and data analysis tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting concepts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning.
• Analyze financial performance against budget and forecast, identifying key drivers and variances.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and presentations for senior management.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of business trends, profitability, and investment opportunities.
• Support strategic initiatives by providing financial modeling and analytical support.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams remotely to gather data and provide financial insights.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements in financial reporting and analysis.

Skills

Financial modeling

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Tools

MS Excel

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Remote Financial Analyst to join their expanding finance team. This role is designed for an individual who thrives in a virtual environment and excels at providing critical financial insights to support strategic decision-making. You will be responsible for financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and analyzing financial performance to drive business growth and profitability, all while working from the comfort of your own location. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive analyst to make a significant impact from anywhere, contributing to the financial health of a forward-thinking organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning.
• Analyze financial performance against budget and forecast, identifying key drivers and variances.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and presentations for senior management.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of business trends, profitability, and investment opportunities.
• Support strategic initiatives by providing financial modeling and analytical support.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams remotely to gather data and provide financial insights.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements in financial reporting and analysis.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or a similar role.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, financial modeling, and data analysis tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI is a plus).
• Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting concepts.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering ultimate flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• Collaborative virtual team environment with regular communication.
• Be part of a dynamic company focused on innovation and growth.