M&A Analyst

M&A Analyst (Newly Qualified CA(SA))

Recruiter

Network Recruitment

Job Ref

NFR010078/Angie

Date posted

Tuesday, June 9, 2026

Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary

650 000

SUMMARY

Newly qualified CA(SA) with strong exposure to international markets, seeking to transition into a dynamic M&A environment where technical ability, commercial thinking, and deal exposure can be developed from the ground up.

POSITION INFO

An established corporate finance / advisory environment is looking for a high-potential newly qualified CA(SA) who has recently returned from international secondments and is eager to build a career in M&A. This is a strong entry point into deal execution, valuations, and transaction advisory work within a fast-paced, high-performance team.

The role is ideal for someone who has seen best-practice finance environments abroad and now wants to apply that exposure in a transaction-focused setting, working closely with senior dealmakers on live mandates across buy-side, sell-side, and strategic advisory work.

Key Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end M&A transactions including buy-side and sell-side mandates
• Build and maintain detailed financial models (DCF, LBO, scenario analysis)
• Assist with valuation analysis and investment case preparation
• Prepare pitch books, teasers, and client presentations
• Conduct industry, company, and competitor research to support deal origination
• Participate in due diligence processes and data room analysis
• Work closely with senior team members on structuring and execution

Job Experience and Skills Required

Education

• Newly qualified CA(SA) (essential)

Experience

• Exposure to international secondments or cross-border finance environments (advantageous)
• Audit, advisory, transaction services, or corporate finance exposure preferred
• Strong academic and training background

Skills

• Strong financial modelling and analytical ability
• High attention to detail with commercial awareness
• Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deal-driven environment
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Non-negotiables

• Newly qualified CA(SA)
• Genuine interest in M&A / corporate finance
• High-performance mindset with willingness to learn quick

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For more information, contact:

Angelique Jardim

Specialist Recruitment Consultant