Remote Senior Financial Analyst - Mining Investments

Placements24; Sandton; Hybride; ZAR 900 000 - 1 500 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Highly competitive salary and bonus

Remote work flexibility with home set‑

Private medical insurance

Retirement contributions

Executive exposure

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join a remote team supporting investment strategy and financial planning for a mining portfolio, coordinating with the Sandton-based finance function.

The role emphasizes in-depth financial modeling, investment appraisal, and strategic analysis to guide major mining projects and acquisitions, with opportunities for remote work and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in a quantitative field related to finance or economics.
• CFA designation is preferred for seniority and expertise.
• 6+ years of experience in financial analysis, corporate finance, or investment banking.
• Expertise in financial modeling, valuation techniques, and scenario analysis.
• Proficiency in financial analysis software and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong understanding of mining project economics and capital markets.

Responsabilités

• Develop complex financial models to support investment appraisals, M&A activities, and strategic planning.
• Analyze financial performance of mining assets, identify key drivers, and recommend improvements.
• Prepare detailed financial reports, forecasts, and budgets for executive management and stakeholders.
• Conduct market research and economic analysis to assess viability of new mining projects and territories.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external advisors on financial due diligence.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, commodity prices, and regulatory changes impacting mining investments.

Connaissances

Financial modeling

Valuation

Scenario analysis

Advanced Excel

Investment analysis

Corporate finance

Formation

Master's degree in Finance/Economics/Accounting

CFA designation (preferred)

Outils

Excel

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Financial Analyst to join their remote team, supporting investment strategy and financial planning for their mining portfolio, with key liaison for their Sandton -based finance department. This role involves in-depth financial modeling, investment appraisal, and strategic analysis to support decision-making on major mining projects and acquisitions. You will play a crucial part in evaluating the financial viability of new opportunities and managing the financial performance of existing assets. The ideal candidate is a seasoned financial professional with specific experience in the mining and resources sector , comfortable working independently in a fully remote capacity .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop complex financial models to support investment appraisals, M&A activities, and strategic planning.
• Analyze financial performance of mining assets, identify key drivers, and recommend performance improvements.
• Prepare detailed financial reports, forecasts, and budgets for executive management and stakeholders.
• Conduct market research and economic analysis to assess the viability of new mining projects and territories.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external advisors on financial due diligence.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, commodity prices, and regulatory changes impacting mining investments.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related quantitative field; CFA designation preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in financial analysis, corporate finance, or investment banking, with a significant focus on the mining and metals industry .
• Expertise in financial modeling, valuation techniques, and scenario analysis.
• Proficiency in financial analysis software and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong understanding of mining project economics and capital markets.
• Excellent analytical, presentation, and communication skills, suitable for a remote working environment .

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive bonus structure.
• Remote work flexibility with support for home office setup.
• Private medical insurance and generous retirement contributions.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and executive exposure.
• Access to cutting-edge financial analysis tools and resources.