Corporate Finance Analyst

iStaff Recruitment; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services recruitment agency is seeking a candidate in Stellenbosch to manage asset finance deals. The role requires a strong understanding of banking products and compliance, with advanced skills in Excel and financial modeling. Responsibilities include preparing detailed reports and monitoring asset performance while maintaining strong client relationships. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Finance or related fields and at least 3 years of experience in the banking sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in banking or financial services sector.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance frameworks.
• Ability to prepare detailed reports for senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and manage asset finance deals.
• Prepare financial reports with scenario modeling.
• Monitor asset performance and provide advice.

Skills

Banking products knowledge

Lending practices

Financial instruments

Negotiation skills

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics

Postgraduate qualification (advantageous)

Tools

Excel

Financial modeling

Job description

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (postgraduate qualification advantageous).
• Minimum 3 years experience in the banking / financial services sector, with exposure to asset finance.
• Strong knowledge of banking products, lending practices, interest rate structures, and financial instruments.
• Proven understanding of corporate governance frameworks, compliance, and risk management.
• Advanced skills in Excel and financial modeling (including multiple interest rate scenarios and client-specific solutions).
• Ability to prepare detailed reports and presentations for senior stakeholders and clients.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and client relationship management skills.
• Analytical mindset with high attention to detail.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Analyse, structure, and manage asset finance deals, ensuring compliance with banking policies and governance standards.
• Prepare and deliver detailed financial reports to clients, including scenario modeling with varying interest rates and repayment terms.
• Monitor asset performance, interest rate movements, and market conditions to provide proactive advice and solutions to clients.
• Ensure adherence to corporate governance principles, regulatory requirements, and internal risk controls.
• Support the development of tailored banking and finance solutions for corporate clients.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders (credit, compliance, treasury, operations) to execute transactions efficiently.
• Maintain accurate documentation, agreements, and audit trails for all asset finance transactions.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor on financial structuring and asset management.
• Identify risks and opportunities within client portfolios and recommend appropriate strategies.
• Provide management with regular reporting dashboards on portfolio performance, client activity, and risk exposure

PLEASE NOTE : Thank you for your interest in this position, we will review and be in touch if you are suitable.

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