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Junior Financial Analyst
Job summary
A leading retail group in South Africa is seeking a motivated Junior Financial Analyst for their Sandton office. This role involves supporting financial analysis, reporting, and accounting activities to enhance decision-making and financial controls. The ideal candidate holds a BCom Accounting degree and possesses strong analytical skills, familiarity with financial statements, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. This opportunity offers valuable hands-on experience in a professional environment.
Qualifications
- BCom Accounting degree is essential.
- Strong accounting background with sound basic accounting knowledge.
- Completed SAICA or SAIPA articles.
- Good understanding of financial statements and accounting principles.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial systems.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- High attention to detail with strong organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Prior internship or finance/accounting work experience will be advantageous.
Responsibilities
- Assist with financial analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
- Support the preparation of management reports.
- Capture, maintain, and reconcile financial data and accounting records.
- Analyze financial trends and performance to identify risks and improvement opportunities.
- Assist in the development of financial models and projections.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to provide financial and accounting support.
- Assist with ad hoc finance and accounting projects as required.
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Pepkor Lifestyle is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Financial Analyst to join our team in Sandton. The successful candidate will support financial analysis, reporting, and accounting-related activities, contributing to informed decision-making and strong financial controls within the business.
- Assist with financial analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
- Support the preparation of management reports
- Capture, maintain, and reconcile financial data and accounting records
- Analyze financial trends and performance to identify risks and improvement opportunities
- Assist in the development of financial models and projections
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to provide financial and accounting support
- Assist with ad hoc finance and accounting projects as required
- BCom Accounting degree (essential)
- Strong accounting background with sound basic accounting knowledge
- Completed SAICA or SAIPA articles
- Good understanding of financial statements and accounting principles
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial systems
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- High attention to detail with strong organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
- Prior internship or finance/accounting work experience will be advantageous
This role offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands‑on experience within a leading retail group, build a strong foundation in finance and accounting, and grow your career in a fast‑paced, professional environment.
If you are an ambitious finance professional looking to build your career with Pepkor Lifestyle, we encourage you to apply.
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