Senior Financial Analyst

Placements24; Sandton; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Health benefits

Retirement savings plan

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to contribute to strategic financial planning and performance analysis from a fully remote setup. The role focuses on building sophisticated financial models, forecasting, and providing actionable insights to senior management.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in financial analysis, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with Bloomberg/FactSet/Power BI. This remote role offers flexibility and opportunities to influence fintech finance strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting or related quantitative field.
• CFA charter or CPA qualification is a strong plus.
• 5+ years in financial analysis, FP&A, or related field.
• Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, complex formulas) and financial modeling.
• Experience with Bloomberg, FactSet, Power BI or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance complex financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and valuation.
• Analyze financial data to identify KPIs, trends, and drivers of profitability.
• Prepare detailed financial reports and ad-hoc analyses for senior leadership.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to support decisions.
• Collaborate with departments to gather financial data and understand operations.
• Assist in annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and revenue enhancement.
• Evaluate investments and opportunities through financial modeling.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in financial analysis.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial modeling

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Economics/Accounting

CFA/CPA preferred

Tools

Bloomberg

FactSet

Power BI

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized leader in financial technology, is seeking a highly motivated and analytical Senior Financial Analyst to join their fully remote team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to strategic financial planning, performance analysis, and business decision-making from the comfort of your own home. You will be responsible for developing financial models, conducting in-depth market analysis, forecasting financial performance, and providing actionable insights to senior management. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional quantitative skills, a strong understanding of financial principles, and the ability to communicate complex data clearly and concisely. This role offers unparalleled flexibility and the chance to shape financial strategy for a leading innovator in the fintech space.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance complex financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and valuation purposes.
• Analyze financial data to identify key performance indicators (KPIs), trends, and drivers of profitability.
• Prepare detailed financial reports, presentations, and ad-hoc analyses for senior leadership.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with various departments to gather financial data and understand business operations.
• Assist in the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and revenue enhancement.
• Evaluate potential investments and business opportunities through financial modeling and analysis.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in financial analysis.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related quantitative field.
• CFA charter holder or candidate, or CPA qualification is a strong plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, investment banking, or a related field.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, complex formulas) and financial modeling.
• Experience with financial databases and analytical tools (e.g., Bloomberg, FactSet, Power BI).
• Strong understanding of financial statements, accounting principles, and valuation methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex financial information to non-financial audiences.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote work environment.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, retirement savings plans, and performance-based incentives. This is a fully remote position, offering exceptional work-life balance and flexibility. You will be part of a dynamic and innovative global team, with ample opportunities for professional growth and development in the rapidly evolving fintech industry. Join us and contribute to shaping the future of finance from anywhere.