Senior Manager / Associate Director Corporate Finance at Human Destiny Executive Search and Recruitment

About the job
Primary Purpose of the Job:

• Oversight and management of due diligence projects, including internal and external co-ordination 
• Planning of due diligence projects including working paper and report template preparation
• Production of comprehensive due diligence reports which indicate, inter alia key due diligence findings and recommendations to the client, which are in compliance with best practice and standards
• Preparation of engagement scope of work with specific procedures tailored to the underlying target entities which are designed to address client expectations
• Manage relationships with clients
• Assign and lead teams in terms of performing engagement management activities such as risk management, billing, scheduling, performance, mentoring, managing client expectations, and identifying additional client needs
• Maintain active communication with both partners and clients to manage expectations and ensure client satisfaction. 
• Proactively identify, document and communicate any changes to the scope of work
• Assist in the support of transactions in our capacity as JSE reporting accountants

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review work within timelines required with appropriate feedback provided 
• Ensure that company tools and knowledge are appropriately applied by all staff
• Provide effective training, development, and mentoring
• Ensure that risks are identified and communicated appropriately 
• Perform analysis to identify and evaluate potential deal breakers and/or contract negotiating points 
• Apply transaction experience and industry knowledge to identify key issues and value drivers that will be critical to the client 
• Review reports and be responsible for ultimate project delivery
• Draft appropriately tailored scope of work and fee estimates
• Manage pipeline, including providing oversight and review of due diligence proposals
• Manage HR related matters,
• Management of performance management process;
• Proactively managing staffing requirement;
• Oversight of training requirements;
• Oversight of staff functions; and
• Proactive communications with team on admin/risk/wider requirements
• Actively participate in industry events and improve the profile of the business
• Conduct Performance Appraisals, manage work allocation, and align resources with business objectives.
• Provide oversight and assistance with financial modelling projects as required

Qualifications/Recognition of Prior Learning equivalent:

• CA(SA)
• Have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement and an aptitude for analytics

Work Experience:

• 7+ years in corporate finance environment (10+ for AD)
• Currently a Manager or above with focus on due diligence work

Knowledge:

• Specialist expertise in due diligence
• Strong accounting knowledge
• Have a clear interest in and knowledge of a broad range of business, strategy and finance topics

Technical Competencies

• High level of Technical Proficiency, in particular in the use of PowerPoint, excel, data analytics software and presentation software
• Financial analysis
• Report writing
• Risk management
• Excellent email/virtual meeting manner and etiquette
• Excellent communication, both verbal and written, and report writing skills
• A strong command of English (both oral and written)

Behavioural Competencies

• Ability to build strong and effective relationships with internal and external clients ensuring a professional and quality service that meets required expectations and needs
• Ability to identifying new business opportunities
• Ability to work as part of a team and build a successful team
• Excellent planning and organising abilities
• Ability to work under pressure and achieve internal reporting deadlines
• Have a strong commitment to excellence and personal and professional growth
• Have a strong record of leadership in a work setting 

Core Competencies

• Relationships and Collaboration
• Exceptional Client Service
• Business Growth
• Engaging people
• Leadership
• Quality, Risk management and Operational performance