Remote Financial Analyst - Mining Sector

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work flexibility

Home office setup support

Health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a highly analytical Financial Analyst to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning for mining operations. This fully remote role involves collaborating with finance managers and stakeholders to ensure robust financial control.

You will build models, analyze performance, and prepare reports for senior leadership. A strong FP&A background, ERP experience, and the ability to work independently in a remote setup are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of financial analysis experience, preferably in mining or heavy industry.
• Strong skills in Excel, financial modeling and data analysis.
• Experience with FP&A software and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial models for budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning.
• Analyze monthly results, explain variances to management.
• Prepare financial reports and ad-hoc analyses for senior leadership.
• Evaluate capital expenditure proposals and investment opportunities.
• Monitor key metrics relevant to mining sector and reporting accuracy.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics

Tools

Excel

FP&A software

ERP systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly analytical and detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join their team on a fully remote basis, supporting their extensive mining operations. This role is critical for providing financial insights, supporting budgeting and forecasting processes, and analyzing the financial performance of various mining projects and the company as a whole. You will work closely with finance managers and operational stakeholders to ensure robust financial planning and control. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional seeking a flexible, remote work environment with significant exposure to the mining industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial models for budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning.
• Analyze monthly financial results, investigate variances, and provide explanations to management.
• Prepare financial reports, presentations, and ad-hoc analyses for senior leadership .
• Assist in the evaluation of capital expenditure proposals and investment opportunities.
• Monitor key financial metrics and performance indicators relevant to the mining sector .
• Collaborate with accounting teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial analysis, preferably within the mining or heavy industry sectors.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, financial modeling, and data analysis techniques.
• Experience with financial planning and analysis (FP&A) software and ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to work independently in a remote setup .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual performance bonus.
• Fully remote position offering significant work-life balance and flexibility.
• Contribution towards home office setup and internet expenses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Professional development opportunities and support for certifications (e.g., CFA).