Senior Financial Analyst (Upington)

Placements24; Upington; Hybride; ZAR 900 000 - 1 300 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Performance bonuses

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid work environment

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape, is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to deliver strategic financial insights through modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis. The role supports business planning across the organization in a hybrid in-office/remote setup.

The ideal candidate has a finance degree, 5+ years in financial analysis, ERP and Excel expertise, and excellent communication skills to influence management decisions. Agricultural sector experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, corporate finance, or accounting.
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting techniques.
• Expertise in Excel; experience with financial software and ERP systems is required.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial data clearly.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid environment.

Responsabilités

• Develop and maintain complex financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of financial performance, identifying trends, variances, and key drivers.
• Prepare regular financial reports, including variance analysis, profitability reports, and operational dashboards.
• Assist in the development of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts.
• Provide financial support and analysis to various business units and management teams.
• Evaluate investment opportunities and perform financial due diligence.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and revenue enhancement.
• Monitor key financial metrics and provide insights to improve financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles and company policies.
• Support ad-hoc financial analysis and projects as required by senior management.

Connaissances

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Budgeting

Communication

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Finance

CFA/CA/CMA advantage

Outils

Excel

ERP systems

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a leading agricultural enterprise in the **Northern Cape**, is seeking a highly analytical and experienced Senior Financial Analyst to join their team. This role is integral to providing strategic financial insights that support business planning and decision-making across the organization. You will be responsible for financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis. This position is based in **Upington, Northern Cape**, and offers a **hybrid** work arrangement, allowing for a balance between in-office collaboration and remote flexibility. The ideal candidate possesses a strong finance background, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to communicate complex financial information effectively. We are committed to fostering a supportive and professional environment where your expertise will be highly valued. This role is crucial for driving financial strategy within a key sector of the regional economy.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain complex financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of financial performance, identifying trends, variances, and key drivers.
• Prepare regular financial reports, including variance analysis, profitability reports, and operational dashboards.
• Assist in the development of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts.
• Provide financial support and analysis to various business units and management teams.
• Evaluate investment opportunities and perform financial due diligence.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and revenue enhancement.
• Monitor key financial metrics and provide insights to improve financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles and company policies.
• Support ad-hoc financial analysis and projects as required by senior management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; Professional certification (e.g., CFA, CA, CMA) is a significant advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, corporate finance, or accounting.
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting techniques.
• Expertise in Excel; experience with financial software and ERP systems is required.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial data clearly.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a **hybrid** environment.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy.
• Experience in the agricultural sector is a plus.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement fund contributions, performance-based bonuses, professional development opportunities, and a supportive **hybrid** working environment.

You will be based in **Upington, Northern Cape**, and will have the flexibility to work remotely on designated days. This role provides a significant opportunity to impact the financial strategy of a leading agricultural business. Join a dedicated team and contribute to the economic growth of the region.