Remote Senior Financial Analyst

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Global health benefits

Generous PTO

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Remote Senior Financial Analyst to join its expanding global finance division. The role offers full remote work and focuses on advanced financial modeling, forecasting, and strategic analysis to support key business decisions.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, present findings to senior management, and drive financial performance in a remote-first culture that values analytical expertise.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• CFA designation is a plus.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in financial analysis, corporate finance, or investment banking.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and financial modeling software.
• Experience with BI tools (Tableau, Power BI) and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop sophisticated financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and long-term strategic planning.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities for business improvement.
• Prepare comprehensive financial reports and presentations for executive leadership and various departments.
• Collaborate with business unit leaders to understand their financial needs and provide support.
• Evaluate investment opportunities and perform financial due diligence as needed.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy in all financial analysis and reporting conducted remotely.

Skills

Advanced Excel

PowerPoint

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Clear communication

Education

Master's degree in Finance/Economics

CFA designation

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

ERP systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is searching for a highly experienced and motivated Remote Senior Financial Analyst to join their expanding global finance division. This role offers the flexibility of working from home and is responsible for complex financial modeling, forecasting, and strategic analysis to support key business decisions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and present findings to senior management, driving financial performance and strategy. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact within a company that embraces a remote-first culture and values analytical expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop sophisticated financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and long-term strategic planning.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities for business improvement.
• Prepare comprehensive financial reports and presentations for executive leadership and various departments.
• Collaborate with business unit leaders to understand their financial needs and provide support.
• Evaluate investment opportunities and perform financial due diligence as needed.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy in all financial analysis and reporting conducted remotely.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related quantitative field; CFA designation is a plus.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in financial analysis, corporate finance, or investment banking.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and financial modeling software.
• Experience with BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) and ERP systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to communicate complex financial concepts clearly.

Benefits

• Exceptional salary and performance-based bonus incentives.
• Completely remote work environment, offering maximum flexibility.
• Comprehensive global health benefits package.
• Generous paid time off and professional development budget.
• Opportunity to influence financial strategy at a high level within a dynamic, remote setting.