Investment Analyst (hybrid)

Introduction

Position open to all races

Hybrid (2 days at the office)

Primary Purpose of the Role

We are recruiting a manager to work in our deals team, primarily focused on financial due diligence, with support across JSE advisory and valuation engagementsas required. The manager will assistin providing deal-related services, principally from a financial and accountingperspective, to both financial and strategic buyers and vendors.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead financial due diligence engagements for corporate, private equity and lender clients across a broad range of sectors and transaction contexts.

• Oversee key workstreams including earnings analysis, working capital assessments, cash flow review, net debt and debt-like analysis, and the identification of transaction risks and value drivers

• Project manage information flows and manage key stakeholders. Based on your analysis, write up your findings and recommendations to ensure clear communication and effective decision-making.

• Contribute to competitive bid proposals, formal presentations and, where required, valuation and JSE advisory workstreams.

• Provide support to team members where required.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, understanding their specific needs and deliver exceptional service.

• Present findings and commercial insights to clients, helping them understand key financial matters, deal considerations and negotiation implications.

• Stay up-to-date on industry news and developments.

• Manage project documentation, timelines, and deadlines.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• A relevant undergraduate or postgraduate degree in Finance, Accounting, Investment Management, or Financial Mathematics (e.g., BCom Hons in Investment Management / Corporate Finance, BBusSci, or CA(SA) path).

• Progression towards or completion of the CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) designation is highly advantageous.

• 3 - 5 years post articles corporate finance experience

• Current experience working in a transaction financial due diligence role

• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills, with the ability to develop and present results.

• Strong understanding of IFRS, financial statements and key financial ratios.

• Ability to analyse financial and operational performance, including working capital and capital structure considerations.

• Strong commercial judgement, deal awareness and understanding of basic mergers and acquisitions principles.

Please note that we review all applicants' CVs. If you do not receive communication from us within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

You are welcome to send your CV directly to our agency or call for more info, contact details are available via our website.

Package & Remuneration

R850 000 - R1 million CTC dependent on experience

Interested?

Fides Recruitment

Clare Leeuw

Mustang Rd 31

1470 Sunward Park

https://fidesrecruitment.co.za