Senior Financial Analyst

Placements24

Paarl

Hybrid

ZAR 1,469,000 - 2,122,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst for a fully remote role. The ideal candidate will build complex financial models for forecasting, budgeting and strategic planning, and deliver insights to senior management from a global cross-functional team.

The role requires 7+ years of FP&A, strong Excel and modeling skills, and the ability to communicate complex financial data clearly to diverse audiences. This is a fully remote opportunity with global collaboration.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or related quantitative field.
MBA or CFA preferred.
Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or corporate finance.
Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modeling.

Responsibilities

Develop financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and planning.
Perform in-depth financial analysis to identify trends and risks.
Prepare reports and presentations for senior management.
Partner with department heads to understand drivers and guide decisions.
Evaluate investment opportunities and support business cases.
Monitor KPIs and advise on performance improvements.

Skills

Advanced analytical skills

Financial modeling

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Education

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

MBA or CFA preferred

Tools

Excel

Financial modeling software

Anaplan

Hyperion

Data visualization tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a leading technology firm looking for a highly skilled Senior Financial Analyst to join their dynamic, fully remote team. In this role, you will be responsible for complex financial modeling, forecasting, and strategic analysis to support key business decisions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams globally, providing critical financial insights and driving business performance. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced analyst to leverage their expertise in a fully remote setting, contributing directly to the company's growth and success, irrespective of geographical location.

Key Responsibilities

Develop sophisticated financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning.
Conduct in-depth financial analysis, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.
Prepare comprehensive financial reports and presentations for senior management.
Partner with department heads to understand business drivers and provide financial guidance.
Evaluate investment opportunities and support business case development.
Monitor key financial performance indicators and advise on areas for improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related quantitative field; MBA or CFA preferred.
Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or corporate finance.
Advanced proficiency in Excel, financial modeling, and data visualization tools.
Experience with financial planning software (e.g., Anaplan, Hyperion).
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
Proven ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.

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