2,027 Junior Data Analyst jobs in South Africa

Johannesburg, South Africa (On-site)

Salary CTC: R450k – R540k per year

2-5 years of experience in management accounting or financial analysis

Experience with grant reporting and donor funding requirements

Responsible for process enhancement and the development and optimization of financial systems

Introduction:

We are partnering with a leading pan-African educational institution, globally recognized for developing Africa's next generation of leaders.

We're looking for a
Strategy & Reporting Data Analyst
who sees beyond the spreadsheets—someone with strong finance skills, advanced Excel ability, and the insight to turn data into clear, impactful reports. This is more than a finance role: it's a chance to apply your expertise in an organization that is shaping the future of the continent.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and analyse monthly financial reports for internal business units.
• Manage the end-to-end budget and reforecasting process (planning, preparation, review, reporting).
• Analyse and report on budget performance (budget vs. actual) with insightful variance commentary and recommendations.
• Track and report on the financial performance of grant-funded programs; prepare draft grant reports.
• Reconcile grant reports with accounting system records.
• Maintain supporting documentation and a central repository for donor contracts and related documents.
• Support senior leadership in preparing financial presentations for board and committee meetings.
• Manage the integration, optimisation, and improvement of financial systems.
• Assist with planning, implementation, and monitoring of special finance projects.

Skills & Knowledge Requirements:

• Strong software proficiency (Excel and ERP systems).
• Excellent financial analysis skills, with the ability to interpret data and identify trends.
• Strong communication skills for clear, concise financial reporting.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Solid understanding of management accounting (budgeting, forecasting, planning).
• Proven problem-solving skills and ability to resolve financial issues.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Timely, accurate monthly financial reports and reconciliations.
• Insightful variance analysis with proactive recommendations.
• Effective management of annual budget and reforecasting cycles.
• Compliance with all internal and external grant reporting deadlines.
• Continuous improvement in financial systems and processes.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2–5 years' relevant experience (management accounting, cost accounting, or financial analysis).
• Professional certification (e.g.,
  SAIPA, ACCA
  ) or
  progress toward a qualification such as CIMA
  (advantageous).

Salary:

• R 37,500 – R 45,000 per month CTC, depending on the candidate

Description
Zutari: Co-creating an engineered impact.
Zutari is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with almost 90 years' experience. As human-centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities and other stakeholders across Africa.

We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people's lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.

What kind of talent do we pursue?
We employ people with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done and share a sense of urgency. People who have an impact in our teams and broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.

Role Responsibilities
Data and reporting development, analysis and validation:

• Assisting in developing specifications for the BI teams to achieve and present the reporting requirements of the operational teams and management.
• Testing the developed specifications in the data warehouse against the required specifications and reporting, tracking and retesting fixes
• Deep detailed testing of data across the company platforms to ensure the data warehouse data is accurate and complete.
• Create visually compelling dashboards and reports that effectively communicate insights to stakeholders.
• Writing custom reports in the accounting package (Vantagepoint) using SQL and SSRS based on specifications.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in Power BI and analytics, driving continuous improvement and innovation.

Monthly analysis and reporting:

• Preparation of monthly reporting packages.
• Preparation of Group Wide reporting where automated solutions are being developed.
• Ad Hoc reporting and analysis as required that will add value to the business in decision-making.

Budgeting and forecasting:

• Preparation of data for the budgeting process or any forecasting processes.
• Assisting the operational teams with understanding and interpreting the data presented to complete coherent budgets/forecasts.

Minimum Requirements

• BCom (Hons) Accounting Sciences/CA(SA)/CIMA qualification
• 3+ Years in a data and/or finance environment
• Power BI/Query (Including, but not limited to Ingestion, Modelling, Transformations and Cleansing, and DAX Expressions)
• SQL (writing queries) and SSRS (for writing reports) is advantageous
• Microsoft Excel – Advanced Skills

Skills, And Characteristics (add If Applicable)

• Detail and accuracy focused but with the ability to take a step back and assess data for reasonableness
• Deadline driven
• Strong ability in presenting technical reports in a user-friendly manner based on the collection, analysis and interpretation of data
• Strong technical and financial acumen
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience working with cross-functional teams
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy

We believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment, and we work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices. In support of diversity and the equal opportunity principle, preference will be given to individuals from designated groups within South Africa.

Job Description

Hello future Data Analyst, welcome to FNB, the home of the #changeables. We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us incredibly proud of people that make it happen. As part of our Core Banking Team , you will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious. Now’s the time to imagine your potential in a team where experts come together and ignite effective change.

As a Data Analyst, you will play a crucial role in managing and analysing data to support business units with decision making, improve data quality, and ensure efficient data processes. You’ll collaborate with stakeholders, extract relevant datasets, maintain data profiles, and contribute to the design and implementation of automated data solutions that provide self‑service data extraction through AI and other stacks used by Central QA.

• Stakeholder Expectations Management: Understand and manage stakeholder expectations related to data analysis, reporting, and insights; communicate effectively with business teams to align data requirements with organizational goals.
• Project Kick-Off And Data Requirements: Participate in project kick‑off sessions to identify data needs; determine data requirements based on project objectives and stakeholder requests.
• Data Analysis And Manipulation: Analyse existing data within test environments, identify gaps or missing data, and manipulate datasets to improve data completeness; collaborate with other teams to enhance data quality.
• Business And Testing Requirements: Gather data requirements from business and testing teams and translate business needs into specific data requests.
• Daily Dataset Extraction: Extract relevant datasets daily to fulfil logged requirements via ServiceNow and ensure timely and accurate data delivery.
• Data Profile Maintenance: Maintain data profiles in various environments, monitor and maintain data quality and integrity, and investigate discrepancies to take corrective actions.
• New Product/Project Analysis: Evaluate whether the current dataset can meet testing requirements for new products or projects and provide insights on data availability and limitations.
• Automated Data Solutions: Design and implement automated solutions for data creation, maintenance, and extraction; streamline data processes to improve efficiency and promote innovation in streamlining manual processes.
• Data Management: Ensure data consistency, accuracy, and security; collaborate with stakeholders and testing teams to optimally design data workflows.
• Test Environment Data Maintenance: Create and maintain data in test environments and align data with testing scenarios and requirements.
• Data Extraction For Requirements: Analyse tests and business requirements to extract relevant data and provide data extracts for testing, reporting, and analysis.

• Data Analytics
• AI usage
• Data Science
• Proficiency in basic SQL, Java, Python, Excel or other data manipulation tools.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Experience with data profiling, ETL processes, and data quality management.
• National Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field in IT.

• Opportunities to network and collaborate.
• Challenging work.
• Opportunities to innovate.

• Curious & courageous – you’re driven by always wanting to know more and learn more.
• Obsessed with mastery – you know what it takes to become good at what you do and are constantly pushing yourself to do it.

Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.

25/10/25

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.

About Discovery

Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast‑paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self‑driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.

Group internal audit forms part of Group Finance. Group Internal Audit is responsible for performing internal audit services throughout Discovery.

The successful candidate will be responsible for completing audits inside Discovery and providing feedback on the outcome. The successful candidate must have a drive, sense of urgency and work flexibility.

• Perform audits in line with Audit Methodology.
• Assist in defining scope and approach of audits.
• Prepare Letters of Engagement, Audit Planning Memorandums (APM), CAATs Manual and address review notes where applicable.
• Request data from the client, document SQL queries, analyse data and document deficiencies identified after performing the required CAATs testing.
• Build relational data structures, including relationships between tables, grouping data, and following steps to perform analysis.
• Obtain data for internal audit assignments (by means of SQL and any other relevant sources).
• Analysis of data and identifying exceptions and trends by utilising available data analysis software.
• Save all SQL scripts used for any audit assignment.
• Prepare finalised working papers and evidence for all components of work, as per standards set in the Audit Methodology.
• Ensure that working papers are appropriate and include: Objective, Risk, Controls, Tests, Results, Conclusion and supporting documents.
• Communicate findings / control weaknesses identified with business prior to drafting observations.
• Prepare the draft report which includes criteria, detailed findings, root cause, potential consequences, recommendations and management actions.
• Complete action plans on file.
• Provide feedback to Audit Manager / Audit Data Specialist regarding progress on activities.
• Advise Audit Manager / Audit Data Specialist immediately of any problems experienced on audit section.
• Assist management in compiling a continuous auditing audit plan.
• Conduct continuous auditing assignments.
• Assigned work is completed on time and within budget.
• Completion of time-sheets on a weekly basis.
• Request feedback from business management (client satisfaction survey).
• Escalate cases where feedback is not received.

• B Degree or equivalent (and relevant) qualification (with Computer Science / Computer Auditing / Information Systems / Auditing / Data Science as majors)
• CISA / CISM / CRISC / CGIT (one or more of the afore mentioned are advisable)
• SQL / Alteryx (or data analytics equivalent) certification
• 3+ years data analytics experience

• CAATS tools such as SQL, Alteryx.
• Extensive PL/SQL programming language.
• Technical knowledge and experience on Windows, Solaris, Linux, Oracle and networks.

• Upholds ethics and values and demonstrates integrity.
• Takes initiative and works under own direction with the ability to make quick, clear choices which may include tough choices or considered risks.
• Shows respect for the views and contributions of others.
• Strong negotiating and influencing skills.
• Excellent communication skills. The candidate should speak fluently, have the ability to write in a well‑structured and logical manner.
• Demonstrates an understanding of different organisational departments and functions.

The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

• Associate

• Full‑time

• Information Technology

Job Description

Are you ready to launch your career in data analytics and eager to turn raw data into valuable insights

A respected organisation is looking for an enthusiastic Entry-Level Data Analyst to join their team. This is an ideal opportunity for a recent graduate who is passionate about data and eager to build a future in analytics. The successful candidate will work alongside experienced professionals gaining hands-on experience while supporting data-driven decision-making across the business.

This role is best suited to someone with strong foundational knowledge and a hunger to learn rather than years of experience. Its the perfect stepping stone into the world of analytics.

• Assist in data collection cleaning and preparation
• Generate reports and dashboards using Excel and Power BI
• Support teams with data-driven insights and recommendations
• Use SQL to query and extract data where required
• Work with internal stakeholders to understand reporting needs
• Continuously improve reporting tools and analytical methods

• BCom or BSc degree (essential)
• Strong Excel skills
• Power BI knowledge or willingness to learn quickly
• Exposure to SQL (even basic)
• A genuine interest in pursuing a career in data analytics
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving mindset

All positions will be filled in accordance with the companys Employment Equity plan. We encourage people with disabilities to apply.

Data Analytics,Microsoft Access,SQL,Power BI,R,Data Visualization,Tableau,Data Management,Data Mining,SAS,Data Analysis Skills,Analytics

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary : 2000 - 3000

Data Analyst (12 Month Contract)

Salary: 650,000 - R800,000

Location: Johannesburg , South Africa

As the world's leading reinsurance company with 40,000 employees at over 50 locations in all parts of the world, and operating within South Africa for over 50 years. Our Client introduces a paradigm shift in the way you think about insurance. By turning uncertainty into manageable risk, we enable fundamental change.

The Data Analyst is responsible for liaising with internal / external clients to understand their data and systems, analysing and reporting on its content and quality, ensuring it demonstrates compliance with reinsurance treaty conditions and that it is fit for purpose for data users in other departments. Data is assessed, cleansed and loaded to life system to ensure its accuracy and quality before use by accounting, business and actuarial departments in making business decisions ensuring effective treaty management.

• Liaising with internal / external clients to understand different data files and treaty rules.
• Strong understanding of local Life systems including business knowledge.
• Technical set up of business rules and treaty conditions in system.
• Set up regular processes of data receipt, cleaning, loading and reporting.
• Data analysis and feedback on quality of data files received, with recommendations to improve.
• Put in place consistent layout and mappings of data sources into the standard format.
• Upload and delivering data to relevant Life systems in a standard, quality assured format.
• Close liaison with local stakeholders to resolve issues resulting from loading errors.
• Understand existing business processes and suggesting improvements.
• Facilitate changes as user requirements change.
• Knowledge transfer and automation as far as possible.

• Degree or equivalent in a numerate or analytical science, e.g. Mathematics, Computer Science; actuarial science
• 6 years’ experience in Life insurance industry(preferably reinsurance) working as a SQL data analyst, BI or nrelated.
• Experience in data transformation and reporting for valuations purpose.
• Previous work experience with BI and working with multiple data sources

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Ability to communicate effectively in a technical and non-technical manner
• Ability to work in-depth on complex topics
• Must have Excellent Microsoft Excel skills
• More than 6 years working experience with MS SQL Server 2012 ( or later)
• Experience in design, development and maintenance of database objects
• Experience with SSIS at an intermediary to advanced level
• Experience with reporting using SQL in Power BI would be an advantage
• Experience working with multiple data sources in SQL

This role gives you a chance to work in a major retail environment without the corporate stiffness. Youll flex your analytical muscles, collaborate across teams, and make real impact with tools like SAS, SQL, and Python. Expect mentorship, career growth, and the chance to help shape key business decisions.

• Execute the data visualization and reporting strategy, ensuring accurate, timely, and understandable reports.
• Develop and design reports, aligned with stakeholder needs and business requirements.
• Transfer knowledge of reports and dashboards to end users, ensuring self-service analytics adoption.
• Monitor data quality, resolve conflicts, and act on insights to ensure customer-centricity in your work.
• Manage your workload, deadlines, and contribute positively to team collaboration.

• Degree in a quantitative field (Data, Finance, Economics, Statistics, and Informatics). Post-graduate qualifications are a bonus.
• 2+ years in data analytics, with strong mathematical and analytical ability (exposure to retail data models is advantageous).
• Proficient in SAS, SQL, Python, and Microsoft Office; and strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to interpret complex data sets and communicate insights effectively to business stakeholders.

Apply now!

Who are we

We are a leading player in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry, committed to driving growth, innovation, and efficiency.

We are seeking an experienced Data Analyst with 10–12 years’ experience in data analytics, ideally within FMCG, retail, or manufacturing. This individual should have advanced expertise in Power BI, Excel, and SQL, with strong exposure to ERP and CRM systems. A strategic thinker with exceptional analytical skills and the ability to translate data into actionable insights, the right candidate will be comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders and mentoring junior team members.

Design, automate, and maintain dashboards and reports for sales, marketing, finance, and operations.

Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and reliability of business performance reporting.

Conduct trend, variance, and root-cause analysis across pricing, trade promotions, and sales performance.

Provide demand forecasting and supply chain planning support.

Deliver insights on customer profitability, market trends, and consumer behaviour.

Build predictive models to guide commercial strategy and category management.

Partner with cross‑functional teams to evaluate ROI of marketing campaigns and promotions.

Present clear, visual, and impactful insights to senior leadership.

Mentor and guide junior analysts in data handling and visualization best practices.

Bachelor’s / Master’s Degree in Statistics, Data Science, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field.

6 - 10 years of proven experience in data analytics.

Advanced skills in Power BI (DAX, data modeling), SQL, and Excel.

Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, MS Dynamics) and CRM tools.

Experience with Python, R, or SAS for statistical modeling (advantageous).

Strong understanding of FMCG sales, marketing, trade, and supply chain dynamics.

Excellent communication and executive presentation skills.

Key strengths : analytical mindset, commercial acumen, attention to detail, data storytelling, and leadership.

Takealot Fulfilment Solutions (TFS), a division of Takealot Online (RF) (Pty) Ltd, is looking for a highly talented Data Analyst to join our team in Cape Town .

Revolutionising e-commerce logistics in South Africa with cutting-edge technology and operational excellence. We deliver 30+ million orders annually, empowering businesses and driving economic growth.

Innovative, ambitious individuals ready to shape the future of e-commerce logistics. At TFS, "Uniquely You" meets "Powerfully Us", where your individuality strengthens our collective mission.

• Purpose-driven impact: Transform lives through logistics innovation
• Advanced technology: Work with cutting-edge systems in a fast-paced environment
• Career growth: Thrive in an agile space that champions continuous improvement
• Inclusive culture: Your unique perspective drives extraordinary results
• A culture that celebrates individual uniqueness while championing the strength of togetherness.
• Be part of creating sustainable, scalable solutions that make a difference across South Africa's e-commerce landscape.

At TFS, your growth is our growth. You’ll be joining a team powered by Takealot Group’s core values.

This position reports to the Head of TDT Analytics.

• Building and optimising models and reports using support tools i.e. Looker, Looker Studio, Dataform, Branch Dashboards, Weekly reports to inform operational decisions and drive improvement.
• Creating reports with focus areas for business improvement.
• Building dashboards to be used by the business for exception management.
• Identifying important variables and focus areas in the business.
• Analysing data to answer strategic and operational questions posed by the business.
• Automating data extraction and report update processes.
• Provide information to various stakeholders.
• Data Validation and integrity testing.
• Data Cleansing and data modelling.
• Provide information to various stakeholders.
• Collaborate with TDT managers and Franchise Managers to establish project plans while accounting for the trade-offs between operational practicality and overall performance.
• Provide significant support to TDT according to weekly goals and targeted metrics.
• Use weekly and monthly targets to manage day-to-day performance and inform operations for best impact.
• Regularly review and analyse key metrics in operations to identify root causes and formulate solutions to improve performance.
• Managing customer, branch, driver, and courier feedback into continuous performance improvement processes.

• Have worked with Automation and ETL software.
• Strong experience in building and optimising SQL scripts.
• Have a strong understanding of BI fundamentals.
• Implement version control using GIT.
• Implement continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Write technical documentation for APIs and libraries.
• Implement analytics and tracking features in applications.
• Design and implement database schemas.
• Optimize database queries and indexes for performance where needed.
• Implement error handling and logging mechanisms.
• Estimate story points and task durations for sprint planning.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.

• Solutions-oriented, can-do attitude and high energy.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking, using data to inform decisions.
• Ability to identify areas of improvement in current processes.
• Ability to use logic and common sense to arrive at conclusions.
• Passion for understanding ambiguous, complex problems and driving high quality, innovative, clean solutions.
• Highly structured thinker with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to handle multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have exceptional communication skills to help deliver insights to diverse stakeholders.
• Detail oriented, outcome and process focused.
• Willingness to learn and personal desire to keep up to date with technology and process.
• Comfortable with change and excellent team player.

• Bachelor’s degree or Advanced Diploma in Engineering, Information Systems, BCom Computer Science or similar degree and 3 years experience in a BI, Data, Engineering role within a fast-paced, product-led, and growth-focused organisation, playing a key role in data gathering, data analysis and helping the team make data based decisions.
• In the event the candidate does not have a Bachelor’s degree or Advanced Diploma in Engineering, Information Systems, BCom Computer Science or similar then a relevant Higher Certificate and 6 years relevant experience in a BI, Data, Engineering role within a fast-paced, product-led, and growth-focused organisation, playing a key role in data gathering, data analysis and helping the team make data based decisions.
• Strong hands-on experience with SQL, ETL pipelines, Google BigQuery, AWS, Looker Studio, and Python.
• Automation - Cron Scheduling (Custom or 3rd party software scheduling).
• High level of proficiency with MS Office packages with proven advanced proficiency in Excel / Google Sheets, Docs & Slides.
• Experience with large datasets and optimisation on digital platforms.
• Retail or e-commerce and Supply Chain industry experience is beneficial.

Be part of the extraordinary. Be part of TFS.

Takealot Fulfilment Solutions (TFS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants from previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities will be given preference.