Valuations and Financial Modelling Manager

PwC Deals is a leading Corporate Finance Valuations and Transaction Services advisory business in South Africa and is currently experiencing growth driven by long term client relationships and a strong senior team. To take full advantage of the existing growth opportunities we are looking for ambitious and highly motivated people to join our team.

A keen interest in and knowledge of the financial markets and economic environment a desire to expand ones knowledge of financial markets industries deals/transactions and valuation environments along with sound commercial and business acumen are critical. High agility in a demanding fast-moving environment is essential.

Qualifications:

• CA (SA) or a Masters in corporate finance/ investment analysis or an equivalent qualification

• CFA or studying towards CFA would be advantageous

Experience:

• Prior business valuation experience will be highly preferential;

• A keen interest in and knowledge of the financial markets and economic environment a desire to expand ones knowledge of financial markets industries deals/transactions and valuation environments along with sound commercial and business acumen are critical.

• The ability to write succinct well-structured reports/ deliverables;

• Strong time and project management skills and a proven ability to manage allocated sections of work;

• Proven ability to work effectively and accurately on multiple projects simultaneously ensuring effective delivery of the priorities to meet targets and objectives as well as the ability to run projects or tasks independently when necessary; and

• Advanced knowledge and experience of the Microsoft suite of products including proficiency in MS Excel.

Role and Responsibilities:

You will play an active role in the team executing and delivering client projects across a broad range of business intangible asset and other valuations including acquisitions disposals tax & regulatory compliance and financial reporting. In this role you will gain exposure to a diverse range of clients from global multinationals to entrepreneurial owner-managed businesses covering both domestic and cross-border work.

You should display the following skills and competencies:

• A well-organised and self-directed individual who can relate to people at all levels of an organisation;

• Good problem-solving capabilities including critical thinking;

• Outstanding financial and analytical skills;

• Excellent communication skills including active listening and verbal communication

• The ability to communicate effectively with clients stakeholders and internally;

• A keen interest in further developing ones financial modelling skills;

• A desire to seek learning opportunities and readiness for a steep learning curve;

• Ability to thrive in an unstructured environment where each day is different; and

• A team player who works effectively and accurately under pressure delivering quality outputs within tight deadlines.