Trainee Financial Analyst — Hybrid, Mentorship & Training

Placements24; Sandton; Hybride; ZAR 180 000 - 300 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Comprehensive training program

Mentorship from experienced finance

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary and bonuses

Exposure to diverse financial ops

Modern office facilities

Retirement fund and medical aid

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Trainee Financial Analyst in Sandton to support financial operations, forecasts, and reporting. You will work with senior analysts on modeling, budgeting, and market analysis while building essential financial skills.

Ideal candidates are recent graduates with strong analytical ability, Excel proficiency, and a proactive, detail-oriented mindset. The role offers hybrid work in Gauteng and a pathway to professional development within a leading financial services context.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a finance-related field.
• Strong analytical and quantitative abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; financial modeling is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Independent and team-focused work style.

Responsabilités

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and analyses.
• Support budgeting and forecasting with data from departments.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to spot trends.
• Develop financial models to aid decisions and strategies.
• Perform variance analysis between actuals and forecasts.
• Prepare presentations for senior management and stakeholders.
• Learn and apply various financial analysis techniques and tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for financial insights.
• Ensure data integrity in all reporting and analyses.
• Adhere to company policies and regulatory requirements.

Connaissances

Analytical thinking

Quantitative skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Proactive learning

Formation

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

Outils

Microsoft Excel

Description du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Trainee Financial Analyst in Sandton to support financial operations, forecasts, and reporting. You will work with senior analysts on modeling, budgeting, and market analysis while building essential financial skills.

Ideal candidates are recent graduates with strong analytical ability, Excel proficiency, and a proactive, detail-oriented mindset. The role offers hybrid work in Gauteng and a pathway to professional development within a leading financial services context.