Financial Data Analyst

Company Description

OUTsurance has been propelling the South African insurance industry forward for the last 24 years. As leaders in the field, we’re always looking for innovative ways to create digitally-advanced solutions, without losing sight of our human values.

Our continued success can be attributed to OUTstanding employees who set the bar high with their energy and expertise. If you’re keen to grow your career in a vibrant environment with lots of friendly ‘gees’, this could be the career opportunity you’ve been looking for.

Job Description

Looking for a financial data analyst to be part of a dynamic and developing data team in charge of the full data scope of the finance department. The vision for this role is to bridge the gap between traditional accounting profession and technical data aspect of the environment.

The role will require obtaining an understanding of department policies and procedures, recommendation and development of systems, and reporting that will enhance the function of the department, in line with the current technological environment. Further the successful candidate should have a strong work ethic and ability to work as part of a team, as the role will require cross-departmental collaboration.

The department is fully committed to developing the technological footprint, and leveraging all the advantages this would include. The successful applicant would be expected to be part of this vision. An interest of integrating best data practice and technology in a practical business setting will be an advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Data support of all financial functions, with a drive to automate and optimise processes
• Development of systems, processes and workflows
• Creation and deployment of reporting to allow for the monitoring and maintenance of functions
• Development of data models
• Liaison with stakeholders within the finance team and broader business stakeholders
• Leadership and mentoring of a team

Other Skills required:

• Advanced MS Excel
• Microsoft SQL Server
• SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS)
• Power BI modelling and reporting
• MS office (excluding excel) (advantageous)
• Experience with Azure and Synapse analytics (advantageous)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Actuarial, Finances
• Relevant Data Analyst/Data Scientist Qualification

Experience required:

• Experience in developing and maintain data models
• Exposure to finance environment (advantageous)
• Experience in ETL processes (advantageous)
• Experience in working with data tools
• 2-3 years relevant industry experience

Additional Information

An ideal candidate will be able to align their personal work values to the OUTsurance’s values of

• Awesome service,
• Passionate,
• Honest,
• Human,
• Dynamic, and
• Recognition.

Enthusiasm in dealing with people in a stressful, deadline orientated environment is essential.

The successful candidate will enjoy an accelerated learning environment within a highly dynamic team.

In accordance with OUTsurance Insurance Company Ltd’s Employment Equity goals, preference will be given to individuals who meet the job requirements and are from the various designated groups.