Corporate Finance Manager

Recruiter:

Edge Executives

Job Ref:

510820077

Date posted:

Friday, August 15, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Corporate Finance Manager
Location: South Africa
Type: Permanent | Corporate Finance Leadership

Drive strategy. Shape the numbers.
We’re seeking a commercially astute Corporate Finance Manager to lead strategic financial planning, manage capital structure, and support M&A activities. If you excel in financial modelling, valuation, and complex deal execution, this role offers a platform to make a measurable impact at the highest level.

About the Role
You’ll partner with senior leadership to deliver fit-for-purpose financial models, evaluate acquisition and divestiture opportunities, optimise the balance sheet, and manage capital to maximise shareholder value. You’ll play a key role in due diligence, post-merger integration, and strategic decision-making.

What You’ll Do

Develop and implement robust financial models for analysis, valuations, and risk management
Advise on M&A, divestiture initiatives, and financial due diligence
Partner with leadership to optimise capital structure and working capital
Prepare business valuations and coordinate due diligence with internal and external stakeholders
Lead post-merger integration to ensure smooth transitions and strategic alignment
Influence hedging strategy, review treasury policies, and draft corporate finance policies
Analyse competitors and produce strategic reports for leadership and investors

What You Bring

CA(SA) or CFA qualification (essential)
5–7 years’ experience in corporate finance, with strong M&A expertise
In-depth knowledge of financial analysis metrics (ROI, NPV, IRR, DCF)
Proven experience in the insurance sector (advantageous)
Strong stakeholder management and presentation skills
Ability to work with complexity, deliver under pressure, and influence decision-making

What Success Looks Like
A competitive, agile financial structure that drives shareholder value, supports strategic growth, and strengthens organisational resilience.

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