Remote Financial Analyst - Corporate Finance

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Remote work flexibility

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly analytical Remote Financial Analyst to join its corporate finance team. This fully remote role supports budgeting, forecasting, and analysis to drive strategic decisions for a global organization.

You will model financial scenarios, prepare reports, and provide insights that enhance performance and risk management. The ideal candidate has a finance-related degree, 3–5 years in FP&A or corporate finance, and strong Excel/ERP skills (SAP, Oracle, Hyperion).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related quantitative field.
• 3–5 years in financial analysis, FP&A or corporate finance.
• Proficiency in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles.
• Advanced Excel and ERP/EPM software skills.
• Analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative abilities.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
• Develop financial models to support business cases and investments.
• Analyze performance against budget and forecast; explain variances.
• Prepare management reports, dashboards, and presentations.
• Support FP&A processes and ad-hoc analyses.
• Monitor financial indicators and provide insights into drivers.
• Ensure data integrity in financial reporting.
• Collaborate with accounting to ensure accuracy.

Skills

Financial modeling

Budgeting

Forecasting

Excel

ERP/ERP systems

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Hyperion

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a diversified international corporation, is seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Remote Financial Analyst to join their corporate finance team. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere. You will be responsible for supporting financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and analysis to aid in strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in financial modeling, reporting, and data analysis, with a keen eye for identifying financial trends and risks. You will collaborate closely with various departments to gather financial data, prepare reports, and provide insights that drive business performance. We are looking for a proactive finance professional who can contribute valuable financial expertise in a remote setting. Your analytical skills will be instrumental in supporting the company's financial health and growth initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
• Develop financial models to support business cases, investment decisions, and strategic initiatives.
• Analyze financial performance against budget and forecast, identifying variances and providing explanations.
• Prepare management reports, dashboards, and presentations on key financial metrics.
• Support the financial planning and analysis (FP&A) process.
• Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis as required by senior management.
• Monitor key financial indicators and provide insights into business performance drivers.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy in all financial reporting.
• Collaborate with accounting teams to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Stay informed about industry financial trends and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in financial analysis, corporate finance, or FP&A.
• Proficiency in financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting techniques.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and financial software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, or similar ERP/EPM systems).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information clearly.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively in a remote environment.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• CFA or CPA designation is a plus.

Benefits

• This fully remote position offers a competitive salary complemented by performance-based incentives.
• Our client provides comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with a robust retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education are supported.
• You will have the autonomy to manage your workday from your chosen location, contributing to critical financial functions for a global organization, even though the company has operational centers near Upington, Northern Cape .
• Paid time off and a supportive virtual work environment are standard.
• Join a company that values financial expertise, integrity, and the professional growth of its remote employees.