Senior Finance Analyst

Hire Resolve; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A strategic recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Finance Analyst in Cape Town. You'll analyze financial data, develop metrics, and present insights to senior management. The ideal candidate has at least a Bachelor's in Finance or Accounting, CIMA preferred, and solid analytical and communication skills. A competitive salary in the range of R600K to R700K per year is offered based on experience.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary based on experience

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• Proven working experience as a Finance Analyst or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of financial statements and forecasting.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional accuracy in financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Perform financial analysis and modeling to support business decisions.
• Develop and monitor financial performance metrics and KPIs.
• Prepare financial reports and presentations for senior management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Financial modeling

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Completed CIMA preferred OR CA(SA)

Tools

Excel

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Overview

Hire Resolve's Client is currently seeking a Senior Finance Analyst to join their team. As a Senior Finance Analyst, you will be responsible for performing financial analysis, conducting financial modeling, and providing strategic insights to support business decision-making processes. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to evaluate investment opportunities, develop financial performance metrics, and prepare financial reports and presentations for senior management. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of financial systems and processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform financial analysis and modeling to support business decisions.
• Develop and monitor financial performance metrics and KPIs.
• Prepare financial reports and presentations for senior management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate investment opportunities.
• Provide strategic insights and actionable recommendations based on analysis.
• Support financial due diligence for mergers and acquisitions (M&A) as a plus.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• Completed CIMA preferred OR CA(SA)
• Proven working experience as a Finance Analyst or similar role
• Strong knowledge of financial statements, financial modeling, and financial forecasting
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex data and provide actionable recommendations
• Proficiency in financial analysis tools and software (e.g., Excel, SAP, ERP systems)
• Solid understanding of accounting principles, financial regulations, and corporate governance
• Detail-oriented with exceptional accuracy in financial analysis and reporting
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Strong collaboration and ability to work with cross-functional teams
• Experience in conducting financial due diligence for mergers and acquisitions is a plus

Benefits

• Salary: R600K/Yr - R700K/Yr
• Salary negotiable; highly competitive salary based on experience

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move. Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience. Apply for this role today, contact Lidene Pienaar at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn. You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: [e-mail]

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.