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Job title : Financial Analyst (Southern Suburbs (Cape))
Job Location : Western Cape,
Deadline : October 11, 2024
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Description
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Financial Analysis:
- Analyse financial statements, budgets, and forecasts.
- Conduct variance analysis to compare actual results with forecasts and budgets.
- Develop financial models to support business decisions.
- Evaluate the financial performance of the department, identifying trends and anomalies.
- Determine return on investment of various initiatives.
- Analyse variances across various systems and products and conduct investigations and related remediation.
Commercial Analysis:
- Assess market conditions and industry trends.
- Analyse competitor performance and market positioning.
- Prepare financial viabilities for various strategic initiatives.
- Assess proposed costs and spending of various projects, including alignment to relevant accounting standards.
Reporting:
- Prepare detailed financial reports for senior management.
- Present insights and recommendations in a clear and concise manner.
- Develop and maintain dashboards and performance metrics.
Collaboration:
- Work closely with other departments to gather relevant data and insights.
- Support cross-functional teams with financial analysis and commercial insights.
Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- Professional qualifications such as CA, CFA, are advantageous.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in financial analysis, commercial analysis, or a related role.
- Proficiency in financial modeling and advanced Excel skills.
- Experience with financial software and business intelligence tools such as Power BI.
SKILLS / ATTRIBUTES:
Adaptability:
- Flexibility to adapt to changing business environments and requirements.
- Resilience in handling high-pressure situations and tight deadlines.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proven ability to quickly learn new applications, processes, and procedures
Data Management:
- Ability to manipulate and analyse large datasets.
- Knowledge of SQL for data querying and extraction.
Critical Thinking:
- Ability to identify trends, patterns, and insights from financial data.
- Strong analytical problem-solving skills to address business challenges.
Detail Orientation:
- High level of accuracy in financial analysis and reporting.
- Keen attention to detail to ensure data integrity and reliability.
Commercial Acumen:
- Good understanding of of budget, forecasting and viability principles
- Strong grasp and understanding of accounting principles and rules
Communication Skills:
- Presentation Skills: Ability to create and deliver clear, concise, and impactful presentations.
- Proficiency in visualising data for easy understanding by non-financial stakeholders.
Collaboration Skills:
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders to understand their needs and provide appropriate analytical support.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Technical acumen:
- Understanding of technical systems and infrastructure
- Ability to identify and assess financial product requirements of tech projects
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