Analytics Graduate Analyst

KPMG South Africa · Johannesburg, Gauteng

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Launch Your Career in Analytics, Audit Technology and AI

Are you passionate about technology, data, problem-solving, and continuous learning?

  • We are looking for highly motivated graduates to join our growing Analytics Centre, where data, analytics, automation, and artificial intelligence come together to support audit teams across multiple countries.
  • As an Analytics Graduate Analyst, you will work alongside experienced analytics professionals to deliver data-driven solutions that enhance audit quality and improve how technology is applied within the audit process.
  • This is an excellent opportunity for graduates who enjoy working with data, solving complex problems, learning new technologies, and building a career in analytics, automation, and AI-enabled solutions.

Role Purpose

  • The Analytics Graduate Analyst supports the delivery of analytics, data transformation, automation, and AI-enabled solutions for audit engagements.
  • The role focuses on extracting, transforming, validating, and analysing data while developing practical skills in modern analytics tools and technologies.
  • Successful candidates will contribute to real client engagements while building a strong technical foundation within a collaborative and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

Data Preparation and Transformation

  • Extract, transform, and prepare data from a variety of client systems and sources.
  • Perform data cleansing, validation, and quality assurance procedures.
  • Identify and investigate data quality issues and exceptions.
  • Assist in developing repeatable and scalable data transformation processes.
  • Document procedures, assumptions, and outcomes in accordance with established methodologies.

Analytics and Solution Development

  • Develop analytics procedures to support audit engagements.
  • Write and maintain SQL queries and data transformations.
  • Support the development of dashboards, reports, and visualisations.
  • Assist in testing and validating analytics outputs.
  • Contribute to the development of reusable analytics assets and solutions.

Technology, Automation and AI

  • Learn and apply modern analytics tools and technologies.
  • Support automation initiatives that improve efficiency and consistency.
  • Assist in the implementation of AI-enabled audit solutions.
  • Explore innovative approaches to solving analytical challenges.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the Analytics Centre.

Audit Engagement Support

  • Work with analytics professionals and audit teams to understand requirements.
  • Deliver analytics outputs in line with engagement deadlines.
  • Support the preparation of audit evidence and working papers.
  • Assist in troubleshooting data and analytics issues.
  • Provide timely and professional support to stakeholders.

Qualifications and Academic Requirements

We are particularly interested in graduates from the following disciplines:

  • BCom Informatics
  • BSc Computer Science
  • BSc Data Science
  • Other technology, analytics, or data-focused degrees may also be considered where relevant.
  • Strong academic performance is preferred.

Technical Skills and Interests

Exposure to any of the following would be advantageous

  • SQL
  • Databricks
  • Python
  • Microsoft Power BI
  • Power Query
  • Data visualisation
  • Database concepts
  • Data transformation
  • Automation tools
  • Artificial Intelligence and emerging technologies
  • Prior work experience is not required; however, demonstrated interest in data, analytics, and technology is highly desirable.

Personal Attributes

We are looking for individuals who

  • Have a passion for data, analytics, and technology.
  • Enjoy solving complex problems.
  • Think critically and approach challenges analytically.
  • Have strong attention to detail.
  • Take ownership of their work and learning.
  • Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Work well within a collaborative team environment.
  • Are adaptable, curious, and eager to learn.
  • Can manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
  • What Success Looks Like in Your First 12 Months

You will

  • Develop strong SQL and data transformation skills.
  • Gain practical experience working with real-world client data.
  • Contribute to successful analytics engagements across multiple countries.
  • Build proficiency in tools such as SQL, Power BI, Databricks, and Python.
  • Gain exposure to automation and AI-enabled audit solutions.
  • Develop high-quality working paper documentation and analytics outputs.
  • Become a trusted and dependable member of the Analytics Centre team.
  • Establish a strong foundation for future growth within analytics, automation, AI, and audit technology.
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