127 Analysts jobs in South Africa

·    The Systems Analyst must ensure that all system designs are aligned with business objectives, and requirements and ensure that requirements are accurate and complete.

·    Also, must ensure quality delivery, optimum performance and stability of systems and ensure ideal integration of new and existing systems to the broader IT environment.

·    Investigates and analyses business problems to understand their nature, cause, effects, and drivers, using a variety of methods and techniques.

·    Documenting business process requirements through interviews or facilitation sessions.

·    Conducting engagements with key role-players within the various departments to further understand their business processes, needs and challenges.

·    Analyze existing business processes & technology and propose new developments and changes based on business requirements.

·    Develop functional and technical specifications to meet the business needs of clients.

·    Conduct system analysis for new and existing systems.

·    Construct programs including coding, testing, and debugging.

·    Preparing business cases and conducting risk assessments.

·    Conducting playback sessions(presentations) with the Business to ensure that the information extracted from the business documents and through the interview process is accurate and complete.

·    Tertiary qualification in Computer Science and/or Software Engineering and/or Information Systems and/or Information Technology and/or related technical certification in business systems analysis.

·    Minimum of 5 years' experience as a Systems Analyst.

·    A good understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

·    Good understanding of systems and software development processes.

·    Good written and verbal communication skills.

·    Integration documentation

·    Experience in systems analysis output documentation

R 90,000.00 - 100,000.00 (South African Rand)

Experience: 8+ years
Start Date: Immediate

Apply only if you possess the following skills within the Insurance and Finance sector:

These skills are mandatory for the role.

Skills

• SQL
• Spark
• Git
• Python,
• machine learning libraries (e.g., scikit-learn),
• Power BI, Qlik, and other interactive visualization tools
  

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Data Analyst to join our clients team. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in data analysis and be skilled in leveraging various tools and technologies to provide valuable insights. You will be responsible for collecting, processing, and analyzing data to help inform business decisions within the insurance and finance sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collect and analyze large datasets from multiple sources
• Develop and maintain ETL processes
• Utilize Databricks and the Spark Framework for data processing
• Write and optimize SQL queries
• Create and manage scripts for data manipulation and analysis
• Develop data visualizations and reports using Power BI
• Work with AWS to manage and analyze cloud-based data
• Utilize Python for data analysis and automation tasks
• Apply SAS for advanced analytics and statistical modeling
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business needs and provide data-driven insights

Required Skills:

• Proficiency in Databricks and the Spark Framework
• Strong experience with ETL processes
• Advanced scripting skills
• Expertise in SQL and Python
• Experience with Power BI for data visualization
• Familiarity with AWS for cloud-based data management
• Proficiency in SAS for statistical analysis

Preferred Experience:

• Previous work in the insurance and finance sectors

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or a related field
• 8+ years of experience in data analysis or a similar role
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Start Date: Immediate

If you are a detail-oriented data analyst with a strong background in the listed skills and experience in the insurance and finance sectors, we encourage you to apply.

As a Senior Technical Business Analyst, you will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between business needs and technology solutions. You will utilize your programming and writing skills to analyze, design, and implement systems that meet our clients' requirements.

Solution Design:

• Assist in designing solutions for integrating biometric authentication and KYC processes.
• Develop architectural diagrams and documentation for the new authentication systems.

Technical Documentation:

• Create and maintain technical documentation, including system architecture, integration points, and data flows, using Confluence.
• Ensure documentation complies with international architectural design standards.
• Proficiency in UML, PlantUML, and diagramming software is required.

Implementation Support:

• Support the implementation of biometric and KYC solutions, ensuring alignment with architectural designs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during the implementation phase.

Stakeholder Coordination:

• Coordinate with business analysts, developers, and other stakeholders to gather requirements and provide updates.
• Participate in project meetings and contribute to technical discussions.

Solution Design:

• Assist in evaluating and selecting appropriate technologies and tools for the e-sales platform.
• Develop prototypes and proof-of-concepts to validate solution approaches.

Technical Documentation:

• Document technical specifications and design decisions for the e-sales platform.
• Update documentation based on feedback and changes throughout the project lifecycle, using Confluence and adhering to international architectural design standards.
• Proficiency in UML, PlantUML, and diagramming software is required.

Implementation Support:

• Provide technical guidance and support to development teams working on the e-sales platform.
• Ensure implemented solutions adhere to architectural standards and best practices.

Stakeholder Coordination:

• Liaise with clients to understand their technical needs and constraints.
• Work with the project team to address any design or technical challenges.

The anticipated deliverables for this engagement include:

• Architectural diagrams and documentation
• Technical specifications
• Implementation support reports
• Postman collection project setups

The following metrics will be tracked:

• Quality of solution designs
• Timeliness of deliverables
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Effectiveness in communication and coordination

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience as a Business Analyst or in a similar role, with a strong technical focus .
• Proficiency in programming languages such as ( e.g., Python, Java, SQL).
• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

·    Investigates and analyses business problems to understand their nature, cause, effects, and drivers, using a variety of methods and techniques.

·    Documenting business process requirements through interviews or facilitation sessions.

·    Conducting engagements with key role-players within the various departments to further understand their business processes, needs and challenges.

·    Analyze existing business processes & technology and propose new developments and changes based on business requirements.

·    Develop functional and technical specifications to meet the business needs of clients.

·    Conduct system analysis for new and existing systems.

·    Construct programs including coding, testing, and debugging.

·    Preparing business cases and conducting risk assessments.

·    Conducting playback sessions(presentations) with the Business to ensure that the information extracted from the business documents and through the interview process is accurate and complete.

·    Responsible for bridging the gap between IT and the business using data analytics to assess processes, outlining problems, determine requirements and deliver data-driven recommendations and documents. Helps in guiding businesses in improving processes, services, and software.

·    Experience in process mapping, business case development and IT operational and strategic planning.

·    Experience as a product owner with agile methodology.

·    Lead or participate in multiple projects by completing and updating project documentation; managing project scope; adjusting schedules when necessary; determining daily priorities; ensuring efficient and on time delivery of project tasks and milestones; following proper escalation paths; and managing customer and supplier relationships.

Requirements

·    A Bachelor’s Degree and/or B-Tech in Information Technology and/or Business Analysis Certification.

·    Minimum of 7 years' experience as a Business Analyst.

·    Minimum of 3 years’ experience managing and leading a team.

·    Good written and verbal communication skills.

·    Experience in process mapping, business case development and IT operational and strategic planning.

·    Experience as a product owner with agile methodology.

·    Lead or participate in multiple projects by completing and updating project documentation; managing project scope; adjusting schedules when necessary; determining daily priorities; ensuring efficient and on time delivery of project tasks and milestones; following proper escalation paths; and managing customer and supplier relationships.

About the job: Business Analysts - Data & Analytics

Key purpose:

Our company is looking for a perceptive Business Analyst: Data & Analytics with a high curiosity quotient to join the Supply Chain Intelligence team at our company, based at Head Office in Durban.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Drive continuous business improvement initiatives.
• Identify business improvement opportunities in partnership with business users by developing appropriate use cases.
• Support Project-/Product Owner to evaluate and quantify the above-mentioned use cases by performing a cost-benefit analysis.
• Assist functional teams in streamlining business processes.
• Develop data & analytics solutions.
• Lead and implement cross-functional data & visualisation projects.
• Liaise between business functions and technical teams to deliver analytics solutions.
• Unpack and document business requirements.
• Agree on project scope and compile functional specifications.
• Review and analyze technical specification documents.
• Prepare the project plan by engaging all relevant parties.
• Plan for project-related hardware and software requirements by liaising with the infrastructure team and external software suppliers.
• Adhere to governance and ways of working.
• Ensure effective communication.
• Serve as a liaison between the business and technical consultants.
• Provide post-implementation guidance and support to end-users.
• Support and train users.
• Lead & support the company's digital upskilling journey.
• Collaborate with learning teams, super users, and citizen analysts to deliver and conduct end-user training on data analytics solutions.
• Assist users in resolving BI-related issues.
• Define problems clearly and liaise with technical experts or external consultants to resolve issues.
• Develop technical expertise in relevant technologies.

Qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, or Statistics.
• 3-5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in an FMCG / Supply Chain environment.
• Knowledge of business principles, processes, and systems development lifecycle.
• Experience with analytics methodologies, database/warehouse design principles.
• Knowledge of AI, Machine Learning, & RPA technologies.
• Experience with SAP R/3 & BW, Microsoft Power & Azure Platform, Power BI & DAX (advanced), SQL (intermediate), SSIS, SSAS, SSRS, and Tabular Editor.

PBT Group has an opportunity for a Financial Analyst. The individual will be responsible for the creation of the One Stream collector forms. The role requires a background in technical accounting, data governance and data analysis. The person should be analytical, have a good problem-solving aptitude, accountable for driving delivery and collaborate with others to meet deliverables.

Duties :

• Data Governance
• An understanding of data security, data retention, data quality and data migration methodology.
• Ability to implement a data migration plan (HFM to One Stream).
• Contributes to data analysis / design of the One Stream collector forms.
• Technical accounting
• An advanced understanding of IFRS statements.
• Experience in a financial services industry.
• An understanding of Meta and Master accounting data.
• Exposure to preparing IFRS annual financial statements.
• Reporting
• Providing support to IT developers and business stakeholders regarding the build and delivery of the new Once Stream Consolidated Chart of Accounts.
• Implements changes to the supplementary disclosures within the One Stream Consolidated Chart of Accounts.
• Personal effectiveness
• Accountable for service delivery through own efforts
• Individually accountable for managing own time, tasks and output quality over periods of 1 day to a maximum of three months.
• Makes increased contributions by broadening individual skills.
• Collaborates effectively with others to achieve goals.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Other
• Gains business and system knowledge and keeps abreast of new developments.

Skills and Experience Required :

• Com. Finance / Accounting Honours
• Qualified Chartered Accountant with a minimum 3 years’ post article experience.
• International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) experience in the Financial Services sector.
• Experience in producing consolidated Annual Financial Statements for a financial services company.
• Experience with Oracle Smart view / HFM Web form / One Stream Web form.
• Knowledge, exposure and understanding of data analysis and data solution design.
• Knowledge, exposure and understanding of data bases and master data.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word skills.
• Knowledge, exposure and understanding of data analysis and data solution design.
• Knowledge, exposure and understanding of data bases and master data.

Qualifications / Certification :

• Com. Finance / Accounting Honours
• Qualified Chartered Accountant with a minimum 3 years’ post article experience.
• In order to comply with the POPI Act, for future career opportunities, we require your permission to maintain your personal details on our database. By completing and returning this form you give PBT your consent

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SUMMARY:

Are you a calculated decision maker that thinks on their feet? Join a leading digital entertainment brand as a Financial Analyst on an 8-month contract and turn data into real business impact.

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFR007070/NC

Date posted:

Monday, August 4, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

6000 Annually

SUMMARY:

Are you a calculated decision maker that thinks on their feet? Join a leading digital entertainment brand as a Financial Analyst on an 8-month contract and turn data into real business impact.

POSITION INFO:

Job & Company Description

An exciting contract opportunity is available with a top-tier international brand in the online gaming and tech sector. Based in Johannesburg North, this role will support senior leadership with timely financial insights, forecasting, and strategic business analysis.

The ideal candidate will have strong financial modelling capabilities, sharp analytical thinking, and an ability to communicate financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced, performance-driven culture where adaptability, initiative, and ownership are key.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

• Financial Planning & Analysis: Prepare and analyse forecasts, budgets, and rolling estimates across departments.
• Business Partnering: Collaborate with operations, marketing, and product teams to assess return on investment and business performance.
• Reporting & Dashboards: Develop executive-level reports and KPIs for business intelligence purposes.
• Cost Control & Profitability: Monitor expenses, identify risks/opportunities, and support cost optimisation.
• Data Modelling & Scenario Analysis: Build and maintain dynamic models for strategic planning and decision support.
  
  

• BCom in Finance or Accounting
• SAICA Accreditation
• 2+ Years’ Commercial Experience
• Strong proficiency in Excel and financial systems
• Experience in a digital, tech, or fast-moving environment is an advantage
  
  

• Seniority level Entry level

• Employment type Contract

• Job function Finance and Sales
• Industries Advertising Services

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A leading organisation is looking for a Financial Analyst to join their team for an 8-month contract. The organisation is seeking someone to start immediately. The main purpose of the role is to provide financial analysis and cost reporting for the Cape Town Refinery as part of the Finance Team.

Responsibilities:

1. Process monthly opex accruals & ensure monthly account reconciliations are performed on time. Liaise with BU contacts to ensure accrued items are timeously cleared from the accruals account.
2. Produce monthly cost reporting & coordinate cost review meetings with cost centre owners. Leverage financial acumen to influence business decision-making with the goal of meeting opex budgetary targets.
3. Perform monthly variance analysis of actual vs budget on operating expenses (opex) and provide explanations for variances for submission to head office reporting team and other stakeholders (EXCO, ultimate shareholder).
4. Coordinate monthly 24-month rolling forecast for refinery opex – gather inputs from key stakeholders, review for reasonability and accuracy, consolidate, present for business unit leader approval.
5. Coordinate annual opex business planning – gather inputs from key stakeholders, review for reasonability and accuracy, consolidate, present for business unit leader approval.
6. Prepare and present divisional opex financial reports and variance explanations as required by Refinery Leadership Team at monthly governance meeting.

Requirements:

1. Fully qualified CA(SA) or CIMA non-negotiable.
2. 2-5 years of experience post qualification highly preferable, especially experience in cost analysis and reporting.
3. Strong financial, analytical and problem-solving skills.
4. Strong interpersonal and presentation skills, with ability and confidence to work well with a broad spectrum of personnel across the organization and constructively provide guidance within a team environment.
5. SAP experience knowledge would count in candidate’s favour.

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I specialize in placing professionals in the Finance niche and my clients are consistently looking for accomplished financial professionals who possess strong leadership skills, a hands-on approach, strong academic achievements, and a stable work track record.

I can assist you in exploring opportunities to grow your career within the large corporates and top employers of Gauteng where your abilities can be enhanced and you can grow towards being the best in your field.

• BCom Degree with specialisation in Finance
• CA(SA) (preferable)
• 2-3 years’ experience in Financial Accounting, Cost, Management or Management Accounting
• Strong academic records, awards, and work achievements are very beneficial.

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