[SA] Financial Analyst - 12320

Somewhere; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company is seeking a Financial Analyst to manage financial reporting and collaborate with departments. The position is fully remote for candidates within South Africa. It requires 10+ years of experience in finance, high attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. A high school diploma is required, with a preference for a degree in Accounting or Finance. This role offers the chance to work with sensitive financial data and involves various reports and analyses.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in finance and/or accounting roles.
• Familiarity with financial statements and bookkeeping systems.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Review financial statements with a focus on profit and loss statements.
• Assist in the preparation of quarterly financial reports.
• Compile data for business reviews and budget reports.

Skills

Financial reporting

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office Suite

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Financial reporting systems

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, please 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.

Overview

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

• 10+ 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

Application Instructions

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.