Corporate Finance Associate

Hire Resolve – Top Recruitment Agecny; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected investment and advisory firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Corporate Finance Associate to aid in valuations, due diligence, and investment decisions. This role requires a qualified CA(SA) with a minimum of 6 years of experience. You'll engage with portfolio companies and work on substantial deals. Offering a market-related salary and the potential for hybrid work, this is an opportunity to further your career in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years post-articles experience, with at least 3 years in corporate finance or investment role.
• Strong track record in financial modelling, valuations, and due diligence.
• Excellent interpersonal and team collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth valuations using various methodologies.
• Perform comprehensive financial analysis of companies and financial statements.
• Manage detailed due diligence processes.

Skills

Financial modelling

Valuations

Due diligence

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA(SA))

Job description

Join a High-Performance Corporate Finance TeamA respected investment and advisory firm is seeking a commercially astute Corporate Finance Associate to join their team in Johannesburg.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified CA(SA) with extensive experience in valuations, due diligence, and deal execution who is looking to deepen their involvement in portfolio engagement and the transaction lifecycle.You'll be part of a dynamic, tight-knit team working on high-impact deals across multiple industries.

This role offers exposure to complex, unlisted investments and a collaborative environment where performance, ownership, and precision are highly valued.Role OverviewAs an Associate, you will take responsibility for the full valuation and transaction support process, work closely with portfolio companies, and be actively involved in driving investment decisions.

You will also be responsible for managing detailed due diligence processes, compiling high-quality investment proposals, and preparing accurate financial reports.Your ability to apply advanced valuation techniques and your commercial insight will be critical to the success of the role.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct in-depth valuations using various methodologies including Discounted Cash Flow (DCF), EV / EBITDA, EV / EBIT, Price / Earnings (P / E), and Price / Net Asset Value (P / NAV)Perform comprehensive financial analysis of companies and financial statements to assess investment potentialLead and complete thorough due diligence on prospective dealsDraft discussion papers and investment proposals for transaction committeesManage and maintain reporting relationships with portfolio companiesEnsure timely and accurate submission of all reports and documentationParticipate in ongoing engagement and oversight of portfolio companies post-investmentUphold a strong standard of quality, reliability, and collaboration across all deliverablesIdeal Candidate ProfileQualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) – non-negotiableMinimum of 6 years post-articles experience, with at least 3 years in a corporate finance or investment roleStrong track record in financial modelling, valuations, and due diligenceDemonstrated ability to think critically, communicate clearly, and present recommendations confidentlyHigh attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environmentCommercially strong with a problem-solving mindset and results-oriented work ethicExcellent interpersonal and team collaboration skillsLocationJohannesburg, South Africa (In-office / hybrid options to be discussed)RemunerationMarket-related salary based on experience and qualifications.

The role offers exposure to top-tier deals and career growth opportunities in a performance-based team.Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.Apply today — contact Lidene Pienaar at Hire Resolve or on LinkedInVisit : your CV to :

• will contact you telephonically within 3 days if you are suitable for this vacancy.

If not, we'll keep your CV on file and reach out regarding future opportunities.

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