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RPO Recruitment's Client is looking for candidates to join their team in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. This position is Financial Analyst, you will oversee the daily financial analysis of management accounts, ensuring the maintenance and production of accurate financial information for all stakeholders. This role combines technical financial modelling skills with strategic thinking, working directly with a wide network of global colleagues to deliver valuable insights and recommendations for strategic and operational decision-making.

Requirements:

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) SA
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, VBA macros, data visualization, etc.)
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Power Automate, with experience in creating, testing, and maintaining workflows
• Familiarity with other Microsoft tools, such as Power BI, Power Query, and SharePoint is advantageous
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously

Job Title: Financial Analyst
Type: Full-time, Independent Contractor
Location: Remote
Work hours: Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm, US Eastern Time

About the role
We are seeking a skilled Financial Analyst to join its team during a critical growth phase. Following a recent acquisition and in preparation for a Series B raise, the business requires a highly capable analyst to support increased financial reporting and modeling demands.

This role is hands-on and execution-focused - ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, understands American financial standards, and can build and manage robust financial models independently.
Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain three-statement financial models (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
• Produce ad hoc financial analyses and dashboards for strategic decision-making
• Support monthly/quarterly reporting , forecasting, and variance analysis
• Assist with fundraising preparation : data room support, investor materials, and financial narratives
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to provide accurate financial data and insights
• Interpret and analyze U.S.-based financial statements and related documentation

• 5+ years of experience in FP&A, investment banking, financial analysis, or similar roles
• Demonstrated ability to build detailed, dynamic financial models
• Strong understanding of GAAP and American financial principles
• Highly proficient in Excel and financial modeling tools (e.g., Google Sheets, financial software)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-starter who can operate independently in a fast-moving, startup environment
• Experience with reporting for VC-backed companies or two-sided marketplaces is a plus

Financial Analyst
Location: Sandton, Johannesburg
Salary: R35,000 - R50,000 Per Month

Company Overview :
Our client is a major player in the investment banking industry, providing financial advisory services and managing portfolios for high-net-worth clients.

Position Overview :
The company is seeking an experienced Financial Analyst to support their investment team. The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing financial data, preparing reports, and assisting with investment strategies.

Key Responsibilities :

• Analyze financial data and market trends to provide recommendations.
• Prepare financial reports, budgets, and forecasts.
• Collaborate with senior analysts on investment strategies.
• Monitor and evaluate financial performance metrics.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting.
• 3-5 years of experience in financial analysis or investment banking.
• Proficient in financial modeling and data analysis tools.

Finance

Financial Analyst

Permanent

• Matric
• BCOM Accounting, Economics, BSC Finance or studying towards these qualifications
• Experience in billings, collections and / or financial analysis is essential
• 2 years+ relevant experience
• Experience working in financial services industry desirable

• Key financial analysis and metrics e.g. new business cancellations vs existing business cancellations, break even and profitability analysis of campaigns, cost of acquisition, etc.
• Financial modelling when required
• Variances analysis
• Data Analysis: Oncor, Lapse, Churn and Persistency calculations
• Preparing Budgets and assisting with year-end audits
• Responsible for preparation, submission and analysis of each collection/bill run
• Review and preparation of Bordereaux reconciliations to ensure all commission structures are in line with SLAs
• Review weekly refunds from Client Services and prepare

Our Johannesburg Client in the Corporate Finance Industry is looking for their next Financial Analyst! Are you interested? View the requirements below and join their team today!

REQUIREMENTS:

• Post Grad qualification in finance or other related commerce qualification
• Minimum 2 - 3 years post-graduate experience in the financial/commercial field
• Financial Modelling and excel experience
• Strong understanding of cash flow and accounting fundamentals
• Strong understanding of valuation methodologies

Our Cape Town client is looking for a well-established, Senior Financial Analyst to join their team! If you are interested, view the requirements below!

REQUIREMENTS:

• Tertiary Education (B.Comm/ Diploma in Accounting/Finance), preferably studying towards the CIMA qualification
• Minimum 3 years exposure to a finance environment
• Proven analytical skills
• Proficient in MS Excel
• Advantageous: retail and / or financial services industry experience

Job category: Banking, Finance, Insurance. Stockbroking

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

To provide investment support to Post Investment Associates by analysing deals, ensuring that the financial models are appropriate to facilitate seamless revenue collection.

• Provide comprehensive financial analysis through the use of approved financial modelling for existing portfolio companies;
• Analyse, compile and report on market information on a deal by deal basis;
• Contribute to the development of a business development strategy when required for the portfolio companies;
• Develop a broad knowledge of corporate finance, private equity macro environment, sector, and specific transactions to support the team in identifying and recommending appropriate mitigation measures on key risk issues for portfolio companies;
• For additional funding and/or restructure, partake in due diligence exercises at the request of the team member, using approved processes and principles as outlined in the due diligence scope;
• Provide commentary on innovative, optimum, and appropriate finance and legal structures for each investment deal ensuring long term sustainability and viability of the project to the benefit of the client and the NEF;
• Analyse financial information relating to specific companies, e.g. company results, profit and loss, balance sheet and cash flow statements to determine the commercial viability of portfolio companies;
• Consider the economic implications which might affect the performance of portfolio companies;
• Analyse equity valuations of portfolio companies semi-annually;
• Conduct annual site visits to investee portfolio companies;
• Early identification and flagging of potential areas of defaulting clients.

• Graduate degree – minimum B.Com. (Business and Finance, Accounting).

• A generalist in area of corporate finance with some experience in private equity.
• PC Literacy is essential and knowledge of Excel is important as this role often involves financial modelling and projection work. Strong Project Management and Corporate Finance and/or Venture Capital experience (minimum of 5 years).
• 2 – 5 years Financial Analysis experience.

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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

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.

If you would like to be considered, please apply directly. We appreciate your interest; however, if you have not had any response within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.