Corporate Finance Manager

Edge Executive Search Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading executive search firm is looking for an experienced Corporate Finance Manager in Johannesburg, South Africa. The successful candidate will lead strategic financial planning and manage the capital structure, while also supporting M&A activities. This role requires a CA(SA) or CFA qualification and 5–7 years of corporate finance experience, with a strong emphasis on financial modelling, valuation, and stakeholder management. This position offers a competitive package and a chance to make a significant impact on the company's strategic goals.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years’ experience in corporate finance with strong M&A expertise.
• In-depth knowledge of financial analysis metrics like ROI, NPV, IRR, DCF.
• Proven experience in the insurance sector is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial models for analysis, valuations, and risk management.
• Advise on M&A and financial due diligence.
• Partner with leadership to optimise capital structure and working capital.
• Prepare business valuations and coordinate due diligence.
• Lead post-merger integration for smooth transitions.
• Influence hedging strategy and review treasury policies.
• Analyse competitors and produce strategic reports.

Skills

Strong stakeholder management

Financial modelling

Valuation expertise

Complex deal execution

Education

CA(SA) or CFA qualification

Job description

Corporate Finance Manager

Location : South Africa

Type : Permanent | Corporate Finance Leadership

Drive strategy. Shape the numbers.

We’re seeking a commercially astute Corporate Finance Manager to lead strategic financial planning, manage capital structure, and support M&A activities. If you excel in financial modelling, valuation, and complex deal execution, this role offers a platform to make a measurable impact at the highest level.

About the Role

You’ll partner with senior leadership to deliver fit-for-purpose financial models, evaluate acquisition and divestiture opportunities, optimise the balance sheet, and manage capital to maximise shareholder value. You’ll play a key role in due diligence, post-merger integration, and strategic decision-making.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and implement robust financial models for analysis, valuations, and risk management
• Advise on M&A, divestiture initiatives, and financial due diligence
• Partner with leadership to optimise capital structure and working capital
• Prepare business valuations and coordinate due diligence with internal and external stakeholders
• Lead post-merger integration to ensure smooth transitions and strategic alignment
• Influence hedging strategy, review treasury policies, and draft corporate finance policies
• Analyse competitors and produce strategic reports for leadership and investors

What You Bring

• CA(SA) or CFA qualification (essential)
• 5–7 years’ experience in corporate finance, with strong M&A expertise
• In-depth knowledge of financial analysis metrics (ROI, NPV, IRR, DCF)
• Proven experience in the insurance sector (advantageous)
• Strong stakeholder management and presentation skills
• Ability to work with complexity, deliver under pressure, and influence decision-making

What Success Looks Like

A competitive, agile financial structure that drives shareholder value, supports strategic growth, and strengthens organisational resilience.