Analyst - Cape Town Verfied

Salary Negotiable Cape Town, Western Cape Cape Town, Western Cape more than 14 days ago 25-06-2015 4:17:31 PM
23-07-2015 4:17:31 PM
We’re a fast growing Financial Services company and we are looking for an experienced and highly skilled Analyst. The Analyst is integral in supporting analytical projects, led by a Senior Consultant.
Key Performance areas:
• Participate in the execution and delivery of solutions
• Provide day-to-day analytical assistance, using SAS/SQL or other applicable software
• Prepare reports for clients and team members
• Provide on-going support to different departments in business
• Developing solutions according to specifications
• Analysing information, drawing conclusions and making recommendations on possible solutions
• Draw up flow charts and documentation
• Optimising the operational business by applying:
• Mathematical modelling, Forecasting, System simulation, linear programming, Decision theory, financial analysis, Time and motion and cost benefit analysis
Skills and Competencies:
• An action-orientated and self-driven, motivated person
• Logical and systematic thinking skills
• Good communication skills, both verbally and written
• Presentation skills
• Time management skills
• Advanced problem solving skills and numerical aptitude
• Excellent customer service orientation
• Attention to detail
• Quality focused
• Strong team player
• Analytical abilities
• Ability to improvise and adapt the solutions as required
• Ability to work with multiple clients / projects

Requirements:
• 2 or more years’ experience in an analytical role
Knowledge:
o SAS/SQL/R or similar analytical software
o Software: MS Office
Education:
o Preferred minimum of B.Com/BSc in Business, Statistics or related field
o Postgraduate qualifications in Operational Analysis
o Operational Research
o Quantitative Management
How do I apply or refer candidates?

External applications: If you are this candidate, please forward a detailed CV with a covering letter to ****@*****.***. Please insert the words “Analyst” in the subject line of your email.

Applications Close

Internal: Tuesday, 30th June 2015 (close of business)
External: Tuesday, 30th June 2015

NB: Incomplete and late applications will not be considered.
If you do not receive a response within two weeks of the date this position was advertised, please consider your application unsuccessful.
This appointment will be made in line with the Nimble Group Employment Equity Plan.