Risk Analyst

A leading professional services firm operating in Somerset West, Western Cape invites applications for the role of Risk Analyst. The role demands accuracy, initiative, and a commitment to high standards.

You will work alongside an experienced and supportive team in a professional setting. The team prides itself on professionalism and consistently meeting commitments. Ready to apply? Send through your CV and a short introduction.

• Provide strategic financial advice to senior management and the board on financial performance, risk, and growth opportunities.
• Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure information integrity.
• Oversee preparation and presentation of accurate monthly management accounts, financial statements, and board reports.
• Lead and manage the external audit process, preparing audit files, responding to queries, and ensuring timely sign-off of financial statements.
• Conduct comprehensive financial analysis and modelling to support business cases for capital investments, acquisitions, and new ventures.
• Develop annual budgets and rolling financial forecasts, monitoring performance and providing variance analysis with detailed commentary.

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to influence and build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modelling and analysis using Microsoft Excel including building integrated three-statement models.
• A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or economics with an honours degree or postgraduate qualification strongly preferred.
• For credit roles, thorough understanding of credit risk assessment methodologies and experience with credit rating models.
• A professional accounting or finance qualification such as CA(SA), CIMA, CFA, ACCA, or an equivalent recognised designation.