[SA] Financial Analyst - 12320

Somewhere; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a detail-oriented Financial Analyst to support financial reporting and collaboration across departments. This fully remote role is perfect for candidates in South Africa who possess strong analytical skills and a solid understanding of financial statements. You will play a crucial role in reviewing financial documents, assisting with audits, and providing valuable insights to the team. If you are passionate about finance and looking for a position that offers both challenge and opportunity, this is the perfect chance to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in finance or accounting roles.
• Familiarity with financial statements and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Review financial statements focusing on profit and loss.
• Assist in preparing quarterly financial reports.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Microsoft Office Suite

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

LOOKING FOR CANDIDATES WITHIN SOUTH AFRICA REGION
We prioritize the processing of one active application at a time. If you have applied for multiple job openings within our organization, we kindly request that you direct any update inquiries to the team responsible for handling your initial application.

Please note that only resumes submitted in English will be considered for review. Fully remote role, Only for South Africa Candidates.

Position : FINANCIAL ANALYST

Work Schedule : Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm EST
Pay Range : up to USD 1,800 per month (The final offer is at the client's discretion and will be based on the candidate's skills and years of experience.)
Client recruitment process: possibly multiple interviews and an assessment

Duties and Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting and Support:

• Review financial statements each period with a focus on profit and loss statements
• Provide feedback to accountants responsible for preparing the financial statements
• Assist in the preparation of period and quarterly financial reports and presentations.
• Compile data for various business reviews, cost analyses, and budget reports.
• Maintain and update financial records, ensuring timely and organized completion.
• Support the quarterly reconciliation of Balance Sheet reviews.
• Organize documentation and correspondence for audits and reviews

Collaboration:

• Work closely with the Senior Financial Analyst on tasks or requests.
• Assist other departments with finance-related inquiries as needed.

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.

Experience:

• 3+ years of experience in finance and/or accounting roles.
• Familiarity with financial statements, financial reporting, and bookkeeping systems.

Technical Skills:

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word).
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.

Soft Skills:

• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• High level of integrity and discretion when working with confidential information.

When applying for this position, please complete the following:

1 - Video Introduction Submission

Record a short video (maximum 3 minutes) using Loom or Vimeo, answering these questions:

• Tell us a bit about yourself.
• Describe your relevant experience for this position.
• Why would you be a great fit for this role?

2 - Typing Test

• The passing score is a minimum typing speed of 40 words per minute (WPM).
• Before taking the final assessment on Somewhere's typing test, we highly recommend practicing with other online typing tests, as you will have only one attempt for this application.

Please ensure both requirements are completed before submitting your application.