Mergers & Acquisitions Associate - Helderkruin

Fidelity Services Group; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Mergers & Acquisitions Associate to join their team in Heldekruin, Roodepoort. The role involves providing financial due diligence, managing acquisitions, and preparing financial models. Candidates should have a finance degree and relevant experience in M&A. The position requires strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate complex financial concepts clearly.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a M&A environment.
• Strong financial modelling skills and proficiency in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Providing financial due diligence and project managing acquisitions.
• Analyzing and presenting financial information.
• Preparing due diligence reports highlighting key deal issues.

Skills

Financial Modelling

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance

Tools

Excel

Job description

Vacancy: Mergers & Acquisitions Associate

Location: Heldekruin, Roodepoort

Reporting To: Lead Mergers & Acquisitions

A vacancy exists for a Mergers & Acquisitions Associate reporting to the Executive Transaction Support, based at Heldekruin in Roodepoort. The Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) team provides support across the Fidelity Services Group to originate, execute, and realize value from potential acquisitions.

The team assists in unlocking and maximizing acquisition value throughout the process—from pre-acquisition evaluation, due diligence, to post-acquisition services. As an Associate, you will work as part of a team to address complex business issues from strategy to execution.

Skills and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Providing financial due diligence, project managing the acquisition and implementation process, negotiation support, and acquisition structuring for potential transactions.
2. Collecting data from various sources, performing transactional procedures to validate data quality, and preparing financial models used during the acquisition process.
3. Analyzing and presenting financial information, focusing on key accounts of historical financial position.
4. Assisting team members in complex analysis of key performance drivers, EBITDA, working capital, and net debt.
5. Evaluating strategic fit through identification of potential synergies and value enhancement opportunities.
6. Identifying issues for purchase price reductions, deal structuring, or acquisition termination.
7. Participating in and project managing acquisitions, including due diligence processes.
8. Engaging with seller’s management to uncover insights on non-financial risks and opportunities.
9. Preparing due diligence reports highlighting key deal issues and business drivers.
10. Implementing post-acquisition actions to improve earnings and cash flow.
11. Preparing payment files related to acquisitions.
12. Supporting integration processes, including SAP integration.
13. Providing any other ad-hoc assistance required by the CSA finance team.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field (preferably with honours) from a reputable university.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a M&A environment or 7-10 years' post-graduate experience as a financial manager.
• Strong financial modelling skills and proficiency in Excel.
• Valuations, financial modelling, and business development experience.
• Due diligence experience (financial and commercial).
• Excellent business writing and verbal communication skills in English.
• Analytical, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate complex financial concepts clearly.
• Self-motivated, able to work in a fast-paced environment, and meet deadlines.
• Availability for extended hours and travel when required.
• Clear criminal record and no pending cases.
• Valid driver’s license with reliable transport.

Attributes: Action-oriented, time management, business acumen, planning and organizing, attention to detail, problem-solving, interpersonal skills.

We support diversity and encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including Historically Disadvantaged Candidates and Black Female Candidates, as per our transformation policy.

If you are not contacted within 10 working days after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.