Remote Graduate Financial Analyst - Training & Growth

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Mentorship

Remote-first culture

Career development

Flexible work hours

Job summary

Placements24 seeks Graduate Financial Analysts to join a fully remote finance team. You will perform financial modeling, monthly/quarterly reporting, and budgeting support while analyzing market trends and preparing forecasts. This role emphasizes training, mentorship, and professional development in a corporate setting.

You will work remotely with a proactive, deadline-driven approach, leveraging advanced digital tools to deliver timely financial insights and support strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related quantitative field.
• Strong understanding of financial principles, accounting concepts, and financial markets.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions (e.g., VLOOKUP, pivot tables, financial modeling).
• Familiarity with financial analysis software or ERP systems is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Develop financial models to support business forecasting and strategic planning.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and KPIs.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Conduct variance analysis and explanations for deviations from budget.
• Assist in the valuation of projects and investment opportunities.
• Prepare presentations for senior management.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data through reconciliation and validation.
• Research economic and industry trends impacting financial performance.
• Support ad-hoc financial analysis requests.

Skills

Financial modeling

Excel proficiency

Reporting

Forecasting

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Placements24 seeks Graduate Financial Analysts to join a fully remote finance team. You will perform financial modeling, monthly/quarterly reporting, and budgeting support while analyzing market trends and preparing forecasts. This role emphasizes training, mentorship, and professional development in a corporate setting.

You will work remotely with a proactive, deadline-driven approach, leveraging advanced digital tools to deliver timely financial insights and support strategic decisions.