Lead Financial Analyst

3 days ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Hire Resolve Full time R1 000 000 - R2 500 000 per year
We are looking for a Lead Financial Analyst to join a dynamic player in the data analytics and business intelligence industry. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment, combining strong technical skills in financial data processing and reporting with exceptional client-facing and presentation abilities. You will play a key role in transforming complex, unstructured financial data into clear, actionable insights through structured reporting, dashboards, and financial analysis. This is an exciting opportunity for a high-energy, ambitious professional to make a tangible impact while working closely with clients.

Responsiibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain financial data models to ensure accurate and reliable reporting.

  • Write and optimize SQL queries, views, and stored procedures to process, clean, and transform client financial data.

  • Develop Power BI dashboards and reports, including P&L statements, balance sheets, GL mappings, and other financial metrics.

  • Engage directly with clients: gather requirements, present solutions, and build strong, long-term relationships.

  • Unpack and restructure complex and messy financial spreadsheets into well-organized reporting frameworks.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, automated financial reporting solutions.

  • Ensure compliance with financial reporting standards and best practices.

Requirements

  • Preferred: CA(SA), BCom (Accounting, Economics, Business Management, Finance) up to Honours level.

  • strong experience with financial reporting and data tools is essential.

  • Exposure to client-facing or consulting environments is an advantage.

  • Strong client-facing and presentation skills; comfortable visiting clients.

  • Experience handling unstructured or messy financial data and building structured reporting.

  • Familiarity with typical financial reporting processes (GL codes, P&L, balance sheets).

  • Minimum 5 years' experience in financial reporting or financial analysis roles in a data analytics, financial services, or business intelligence environment.

  • SQL: ability to write views, stored procedures, and handle large financial datasets.

  • Power BI: advanced experience in financial reporting, including P&L, balance sheet, GL mapping, and dashboards.

  • Solid understanding of financial reporting structures (P&L, balance sheet, GL codes).

Benefits
  • Salary: Based on experience and qualifications.

  • Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move today

    • Apply for this role today, contact Lidene Pienaar at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
    • You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: or email us your CV: [email protected]
    • Please use "Financial Analyst" as your subject line when applying via email 

    We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future

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