Remote Graduate Financial Analyst - Modeling & Reporting

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Bonuses

Comprehensive training

Professional certifications support

Collaborative virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking detail-oriented Graduate Financial Analysts in a fully remote role within South Africa. The position offers hands-on experience in financial modeling, reporting, and analysis, supporting the finance department with forecasts and strategic planning.

Ideal for recent graduates with a quantitative background and a desire to build a career in finance while working flexibly from anywhere.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting concepts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Support the development and maintenance of financial models and forecasts.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for cost savings or revenue enhancement.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis from a financial perspective.
• Collaborate with various departments to gather financial information and support budgeting needs.

Skills

Financial analysis

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Financial modeling

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Pivot tables

VLOOKUPs

Job description

Placements24 is seeking detail-oriented Graduate Financial Analysts in a fully remote role within South Africa. The position offers hands-on experience in financial modeling, reporting, and analysis, supporting the finance department with forecasts and strategic planning.

Ideal for recent graduates with a quantitative background and a desire to build a career in finance while working flexibly from anywhere.