Finance Business Intelligence Analyst

Finance Business Intelligence Analyst

Finance Business Intelligence Analyst

Location : Gqeberha

Purpose of the Role :

We are seeking a skilled Finance Business Intelligence Analyst to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will possess a unique blend of finance and technical expertise, enabling them to analyse current data and transform it into actionable insights.

The candidate must display knowledge and skill in relation to automating processes and systems, generating excel based outputs.

This role is pivotal in supporting our finance systems and ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of financial data reporting and analysis, as well as manage the automation process around Syspro, SAGE300, SAGE200, banking systems, and Calico (point-of-sale).

Key Responsibilities :







Data Analysis and Reporting : Analyse financial data to identify trends, patterns, and insights.

Develop and maintain financial reports and dashboards using Business Intelligence (BI) tools.

Ensure data accuracy and integrity in financial reporting.

Financial Systems Support : Work closely with finance teams to understand system requirements and provide technical support.

Assist in the implementation, maintenance, optimization and automation of finance systems.

Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to finance systems and data.

Business Analysis : Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and document business requirements.

Translate business requirements into technical specifications for BI and finance systems.

Conduct regular reviews of finance processes to identify areas for improvement.

Data Extraction and Transformation : Extract data from various sources and transform it to meet specific criteria.

Develop ETL (Extract, Transform, Load)





processes to streamline data integration and management.

Ensure compliance with data governance and security policies.

Strategic Financial Insights : Provide strategic insights and recommendations based on data analysis.

Support financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.

Communicate findings and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders.

Qualifications & Experience :

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field. A master’s degree or relevant certification (e.

g., CFA, CPA, CBAP, or equivalent) is a plus.

Proven experience (3+ years) as a Finance Analyst, Business Intelligence Analyst, or similar role.

Experience with financial software applications and systems, and integrations thereof.







Experience working with Sage 300, Sage 200 Evolution, Syspro and / or Flowgear would be advantageous.

Advanced skills in SQL and experience with data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) processes.

Proficiency in Excel, including advanced functions and data analysis tools.

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Detail-oriented with a strong focus on data accuracy and integrity.

Key Competencies :

Financial Acumen : Deep understanding of financial principles and metrics.

Technical Proficiency : Expertise in BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, QlikView) and SQL.

Data Analysis :





Strong skills in analysing and interpreting complex data sets.

ETL Skills : Experience in developing and managing ETL processes.

Problem-solving : Strong critical thinking and troubleshooting abilities.

Attention to Detail : High accuracy and precision in data handling.

Communication : Ability to convey technical information clearly to non-technical stakeholders.

Project Management : Capability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work.

Strategic Thinking : Aligning data analysis with strategic goals.

Continuous Learning : Willingness to stay updated and adapt to new skills.

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