Analyst (Corporate Finance)

Tariro Capital; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in corporate finance seeks a Junior Analyst to support financial modelling, analysis, and valuation. The role offers training in financial skills and requires strong analytical abilities. Candidates should have a postgraduate degree and relevant experience. The position is based in Fourways, South Africa, with a competitive salary and performance bonus.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in corporate finance and financial analysis.
• Knowledge of alternative investment strategies and exposure to investment banking.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial modelling and forecasting.
• Perform industry and market research.
• Provide independent valuation analysis.

Skills

Financial Modelling

Industry Research

Numerical Skills

Commercial Acumen

Presentation Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Education

Postgraduate Degree in Accounting and/or Finance

CFA Level 1

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

We are seeking a Junior Analyst to assist us with various functions of our corporate finance pillar.

The candidate will be responsible for financial modelling (training to be provided), financial analysis and evaluation, research, valuation, post-transaction portfolio management support, and value addition in line with the firm's service offering. The company is based in Fourways, South Africa.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Facilitate strong investment performance and value addition in the Fund through:
2. Financial modelling and forecasting (training to be provided);
3. Industry and market research report writing;
4. Assessing the financial viability of an investment through either light financial analysis or full-scale financial due diligence;
5. Provide an independent valuation analysis that provides objective valuation ranges using formal valuation methodologies;
6. Review the business model viability of investee companies utilizing techniques such as Porter’s 5 Forces;
7. Use scenario analysis to assess the impact of operating decisions on investment returns;
8. Determine the feasibility and potential value creation plans through commercial due diligence;
9. Manage the workstreams of the monitoring analyst in the post-monitoring division;
10. Compile monthly and quarterly investment reports on clients' portfolio companies, reflecting an in-depth understanding of the company and external market drivers.

KEY SKILLS

• Ability to conduct industry research, formulate and critically evaluate investment theses, interrogate and analyze information, articulate opinions, and produce excellent reports;
• Good financial modelling skills (further training to be provided);
• Strong numerical skills;
• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of value drivers;
• Presentation and communication skills;
• Proficiency with software such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook;
• Ability to work independently and in a team;
• Work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

The candidate must demonstrate proficiency in corporate finance and financial analysis, with the following qualifications:

• Postgraduate Degree in Accounting and/or Finance (or related field with relevant experience);
• CFA Level 1 is advantageous;

Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience, including:

• Knowledge of alternative investment strategies such as buyouts, growth equity, and BEE transactions;
• Exposure to corporate finance, investment banking, leveraged finance, transaction advisory, or M&A;
• Experience in research, complex analysis, forecasting, valuation, financial statement analysis, and report writing.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• High emotional intelligence and maturity;
• Technical, analytical, detail-oriented;
• Professional, confident, resilient;
• Integrity and dependability;
• Driven, passionate, compassionate.

REMUNERATION

R30k to R40k per month CTC plus performance bonus. Final salary depends on experience.

PROCESS

If interested, submit your application via LinkedIn. Applications close on 9 May. If no response is received within 5 days of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.