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Midrand: Senior Financial Analyst – Jhb posted by Hire Resolve

Date 2024-12-26
Job Title Senior Financial Analyst – Jhb
Employer Hire Resolve
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Salary 0
Category Finance Accounting
Location Gauteng
/ Midrand

Job Summary

Job Title: Senior Financial Analyst – Financial Engineering
Division: Group Finance
Reporting to: Head: Strategic Finance & Provisions
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Financial Analyst to join our team in Johannesburg. As a Senior Financial Analyst, you will be responsible for providing strategic financial insights and analysis to support our business growth and decision-making processes. The successful candidate will possess excellent statistical/analytical skills, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of financial systems and processes.

Purpose of Role:

Advanced financial modeling; develop statistical models that can be used to quantify the correlation between risk and overall portfolio dynamics (i.e. migrations, volume/balance transitions between the respective collections states, overall risk emergence, etc.); cash-flow forecasting on existing and expected new sales portfolios. Automation, monitoring, and governance checks of models, strategy, budget variances, and operational key metrics.

Key

Responsibilities:

  • Perform financial analysis and modeling to support business forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning.
  • Monitor and analyze financial performance, identifying trends and providing insights to senior management.
  • Conduct variance analysis on financial results, identifying areas of improvement and recommending corrective actions.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop financial performance metrics and monitoring systems.
  • Support the development of business cases and financial justifications for new projects and initiatives.
  • Evaluate investment opportunities and provide relevant financial analysis to support decision-making.
  • Conduct financial due diligence for potential acquisitions, partnerships, or other strategic initiatives.
  • Prepare and present financial reports and presentations to senior management and stakeholders.
  • Participate in the development and improvement of financial models and forecasting techniques.
  • Ensure compliance with financial regulations and corporate governance requirements.
  • Monitor and provide strategic insights on key market trends and competitor analysis.
  • Coach and mentor junior financial analysts, fostering their professional development within the team.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Hons Quantitative Degree (Minimum)
  • A Master`s degree or similar professional certification – (eg. CFA, RE1 or similar) preferred
  • 4 years of Statistical Modeling experience in the financial sector; working knowledge of Financial- and Impairment modeling.
  • Proven working experience as a Financial Analyst, ideally in a similar senior role.
  • Excellent understanding of financial statements, financial modeling, and financial forecasting.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex data and provide actionable recommendations.
  • Proficiency in financial analysis tools and software (e.g., Excel, SAP, ERP systems).
  • Solid knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and corporate governance.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in financial analysis and reporting.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines while maintaining quality standards.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to collaborate and coordinate with cross-functional teams.
  • Experience in conducting financial due diligence for mergers and acquisitions is a plus.
  • Knowledge of the South African financial market and regulations is preferred but not required.

Critical Software:

  • MS Office, with Advanced EXCEL skills
  • SQL
  • SAS
  • PowerBI
  • Matlab

Mandatory Competencies:

  • Strong programming and automation skills
  • Strong Analytical and Statistical skills
  • Financial Modelling skills
  • Business Acumen
  • Corporate finance knowledge
  • Understanding of Financial Statements
  • Presentation skills
  • Report writing skills
  • Strong Analytical skills
  • Communication skills
  • Project management skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Strategic thinking
  • Deadline driven
  • Understanding /Interpreting of financials

Essential Personal Attributes:

  • Initiative
  • Stress tolerance
  • Strong personality
  • Willingness to defend your work
  • Ability to take a stance on views
  • Taking Initiative
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