Junior Finance Analyst

Description homechoice is a leading South African homeware retailer. For over 35 years we've helped our customers create beautiful homes they love with an innovative range of quality products they can afford.  The ideal candidate for this role will be responsible to assist the Retail Financial Manager with providing the business with a sound system of performance management and to continuously optimise profit performance by providing the necessary decision-making framework and support. What you will love doing in this role Responsible for monthly, quarterly and annual management reporting to enable effective commercial decision making by the business Ensure budget & forecast variances are analysed and recommendations are made to correct or improve company performance Assist the Retail Financial Manager with input into the annual budgeting and forecasting process Ensure key pieces of analysis are performed on areas of risk or opportunity within the business and that the financial levers are understood and communicated to the business together with clear recommendations Continuously review strategic business initiatives to ensure that they meet the required profitability expectations Identify cost management opportunities (processes or expenses) for ensuring improved profitability and sustainable returns for the business Support business partners with their various ad hoc requests for required management reporting and analyses Play an effective role in the broader Finance team to ensure collaboration and communication between the functional areas Requirements What you'll need to do this role Relevant Financial qualification - BComm Proven working knowledge and experience in developing and producing clear financial management information Experience in developing and interpreting financial models to define key profit drivers Extensive experience in analysing financial information and ability to make clear recommendations for improvement Proficient in MS Office with advanced Excel What we will love about you Analytical self-starter with decisive judgment and a strong commercial acumen High attention to detail in terms of accuracy, report presentation and standardized formatting Structured and well organized individual who enjoys taking ownership Strong interpersonal skills with ability to communicate complex matters both verbally and in writing at all levels  Work well within a fast-paced environment with multiple, competing priorities Leadership potential with the ability to inspire and motivate others Effectively make use of latest decision support technologies & tools Behaviours we love Wow my customer Walk in my customers' shoesDeliver on my promisesDeliver insight-led solutions my customers need treat the business as my own Take accountabilityBe curious, creative & explore opportunitiesDo it right & at the right time play as a team Be helpfulBe inclusiveFind the fun