Consultant, Transactions Advisory Services | Corporate Finance & Restructuring

Fti Consulting, Inc; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Consultant for their Johannesburg office. This role involves providing financial due diligence services, collaborating with a dynamic team, and mentoring junior staff. You'll analyze the financial performance of acquisition targets and prepare detailed reports while contributing to business growth. The company fosters a culture of professional development and teamwork, ensuring you have the resources to excel in your career. If you're passionate about finance and eager to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development programs

Wellness programs

Community volunteering initiatives

Recognition initiatives

Qualifications

• 2+ years of M&A, transactions, or valuation experience required.
• Chartered Accountant (CA) or working towards certification.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial performance of acquisition targets.
• Prepare financial due diligence reports and identify key metrics.
• Communicate findings to clients and senior team members.

Skills

M&A Transactions

Financial Analysis

Project Management

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Bachelor's Degree in Finance

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Consultant, Transactions Advisory Services | Corporate Finance & Restructuring

FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation.

We work with many of the world's top multinational corporations, law firms, banks, and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impactful solutions.

Our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations, including resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk, and optimizing performance.

At FTI Consulting, you'll work alongside leaders who have shaped history, helping solve major challenges making headlines today.

From day one, you'll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact, surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that values diversity, recognition, professional development, and your individual growth.

About The Role

We are seeking Senior Consultant candidates with 2-3 years of relevant experience to join our Johannesburg team in South Africa.

The role involves providing financial due diligence services, including buy-side and sell-side due diligence, vendor assist services, and exit readiness reviews. You will collaborate with team members to deliver quality outputs, contribute to business growth, and mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

1. Analyzing and modeling the financial performance of acquisition targets, including profitability, liquidity, and solvency assessments.
2. Reviewing historical performance against budgets and investigating variances.
3. Preparing financial due diligence reports and working with large datasets to identify key metrics and trends.
4. Identifying risks and issues in financial health, including cash flow, working capital, and earnings quality.
5. Managing smaller projects or sections of larger projects, including buy/sell-side, refinancing, and equity transactions.
6. Coordinating with clients, target management, and mentoring junior staff.
7. Communicating key findings and insights to clients and senior team members.
8. Supporting business development activities, including target identification and pitch preparation.

Growth and Development

We invest in your professional growth through on-the-job learning, self-guided courses, and certifications. You will have a dedicated coach for mentorship and career development, with tailored programs to prepare you for advancement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 2+ years of M&A, transactions, or valuation experience.
• Chartered Accountant (CA) or working towards certification.

Preferred Skills:

• Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) or working towards certification.
• Experience in audit or consulting firms.
• Strong teamwork, risk assessment, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.

Benefits & Culture

We support your well-being with competitive benefits, professional development, wellness programs, recognition initiatives, community volunteering, and flexible/hybrid work arrangements.

About FTI Consulting

FTI Consulting, Inc. is a global leader with over 8,000 employees across 34 countries, advising clients through critical challenges and opportunities. Our services are provided through legally distinct entities in certain jurisdictions. We are publicly traded on the NYSE.

Visit our website and connect with us on Instagram and LinkedIn.

Additional Information

Job Level: Op Level 1 - Consultant

Location: Johannesburg, South Africa

Application Date: 5 days ago

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, encouraging applications from all qualified candidates without regard to race, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.