Senior Financial Analyst (Private Equity) 17010

Somewhere; Remote; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A private equity firm is looking for a Senior Financial Analyst focused on M&A within the insurance sector. The role involves analyzing investments, managing portfolios, and supporting deal sourcing efforts. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting, 10 years of relevant experience, and strong financial modeling skills. Excellent English communication skills are essential. This position offers an opportunity to influence investment decisions and provide analytical support in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in financial analysis, preferably in private equity, investment banking or M&A.
• Strong experience with financial modeling and analysis from scratch.
• Solid knowledge of the insurance sector including key players and industry dynamics.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Review CIMs/SIMs and investment materials.
• Build and maintain complex financial models from scratch.
• Prepare investment memos, reports and presentations for internal decision-making.
• Support ongoing financial analysis for portfolio companies.
• Execute proprietary deal sourcing outreach via email, LinkedIn and one-pagers.

Skills

Financial modeling

Financial analysis

Excel

English communication

Insurance sector knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field

Job description

Senior Financial Analyst Private Equity / M&A (Insurance Sector)

Location: Remote (EST timezone)
Type: Full-time (40 hours/week)
Certifications: CFA preferred

Company Overview

The company is a deal-by-deal private equity firm focused on the insurance sector. Due to high deal flow and growing portfolio responsibilities the firm is seeking a highly skilled Financial Analyst to support M&A activities, portfolio management and deal sourcing efforts.

Position Summary

The Financial Analyst will be responsible for reviewing investment opportunities, building financial models, performing diligence, managing portfolio analysis and supporting the leadership team in executing transactions. The ideal candidate is CFA‑qualified, client‑ready and experienced in the insurance sector.

Key Responsibilities

Deal Analysis & Execution

• Review CIMs/SIMs and investment materials.

• Build and maintain complex financial models from scratch.

• Perform financial diligence research and data analysis.

• Prepare investment memos, reports and presentations for internal decision‑making.

Portfolio Management

• Support ongoing financial analysis for portfolio companies.

• Monitor key performance metrics and assist with reporting.

Deal Sourcing Support

• Execute proprietary deal sourcing outreach via email, LinkedIn and one‑pagers.

• Coordinate meetings and assist in outreach scheduling.

Process Improvement & Organization

• Structure and organize 100 unreviewed SIMs from the past 18 months.

• Assist in streamlining deal review processes and documentation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field.

• 10 years of experience in financial analysis, preferably in private equity, investment banking or M&A.

• Strong experience with financial modeling and analysis from scratch.

• Solid knowledge of the insurance sector including key players and industry dynamics.

• FP&A experience a plus.

• Advanced proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools.

• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and support a small fast‑moving team.

• Comfortable engaging in client‑facing work.

Preferred Qualifications

• CFA or CPA certification.

• VP‑/Executive‑level experience.

• Experience working with insurance‑specific data and systems.

• Familiarity with deal sourcing and business development activities.

Why This Role Matters

This is a high‑level Financial Analyst role supporting private equity deal flow and portfolio management. The successful candidate will directly influence investment decisions and provide critical analytical support to the leadership team. Strong English communication skills are essential for client interaction.