SME Investment & Financing Strategist

JVR Software; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Finance in Gauteng is seeking a finance professional to identify potential SME funding opportunities and engage with business owners to assess funding needs. You will conduct due diligence, build financial models, and structure financing deals with appropriate risk and return profiles.

The role requires a BCom in Accounting/Finance and at least 4 years in business investment or SME lending, with strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.

Qualifications

• BCom degree in Accounting, Finance or related field with Financial Accounting 2 or equivalent.
• Minimum 4 years in business investment, SME lending or related finance role.
• Experience in credit analysis, commercial banking, financial analysis, deal-making or investment management advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Identify potential SME clients and new investment opportunities through market research, networking and relationship building.
• Engage with business owners to understand funding requirements and business objectives.
• Conduct financial assessments and due diligence to evaluate viability of businesses seeking funding.
• Analyse financial statements, cash flows, business performance and investment risks.
• Prepare financial models, forecasts and investment proposals to support funding decisions.
• Structure and negotiate financing deals balancing client needs with investment returns and risk.
• Compile investment reports outlining financial position, risks and potential returns of proposed deals.
• Build and maintain relationships with entrepreneurs and key stakeholders in SME market.
• Monitor funded businesses and assess performance of existing portfolio.
• Keep up to date with market trends, economic developments and industry regulations.

Skills

Market research

Relationship building

Financial analysis

Deal-making

Negotiation

Networking

Due diligence

Education

BCom in Accounting/Finance

Job description

Network Finance in Gauteng is seeking a finance professional to identify potential SME funding opportunities and engage with business owners to assess funding needs. You will conduct due diligence, build financial models, and structure financing deals with appropriate risk and return profiles.

The role requires a BCom in Accounting/Finance and at least 4 years in business investment or SME lending, with strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.