Remote Junior Financial Analyst - Modeling & Growth

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Competitive entry-level salary

Professional development and training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Financial Analyst for a reputable financial services firm operating across East London, Eastern Cape. You will support senior analysts with financial modeling, data analysis, forecasting, and reporting from a fully remote setup.

The role emphasizes strong quantitative skills, integrity, and the ability to work independently. You'll gain exposure to corporate finance, markets, and advanced financial tools while developing professionally in a supportive,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, mathematics, or related field.
• Strong understanding of financial principles, accounting concepts, and financial statement analysis.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills with a high degree of accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, reports, and presentations.
• Develop and maintain financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and valuation purposes.
• Conduct financial analysis of key performance indicators, industry trends, and competitor activities.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting process, collaborating with various departments.
• Analyze variances between actual results and budget/forecast, providing explanations and insights.
• Assist in the evaluation of investment opportunities and capital allocation decisions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Quantitative skills

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

Bloomberg

Refinitiv Eikon

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Financial Analyst for a reputable financial services firm operating across East London, Eastern Cape. You will support senior analysts with financial modeling, data analysis, forecasting, and reporting from a fully remote setup.

The role emphasizes strong quantitative skills, integrity, and the ability to work independently. You'll gain exposure to corporate finance, markets, and advanced financial tools while developing professionally in a supportive,