Financial Analyst

Home Based, ZA, South Africa

Job Description

We're helping an

international finance and M&A consultancy

find a

Financial Analyst

to support transaction advisory, fundraising, and strategic finance projects for high-growth startups and scaleups.


You'll build sophisticated financial models, prepare investor and board materials, and support valuation and deal execution across software and deeptech companies. This is a hands-on, high-accountability role where

flawless work is non-negotiable

-- your analyses will directly inform key decisions and client strategies.


This role is ideal for someone who is

a wizard with numbers

, detail-obsessed yet commercially minded, and capable of seeing both the

story and strategy behind the spreadsheets

.

Part time to start, 24 hours/week (with potential to transition to full time)



Schedule:

CET working hours

Location:

Fully Remote

Engagement:

Independent Contractor

Compensation:

$1440-$2200 (based on a 24-hour workweek, depending on level of experience); $2400-$3680 for full time

Key Responsibilities



Financial Modelling (Forecast & Scenario Analysis)


Build fully linked 3-statement financial models with sensitivities and scenarios (base, downside, management).

Create cash flow forecasts, liquidity bridges, and valuation-ready modules (DCF, comps, transaction comps).

Historical Restatement & Data Hygiene


Reconcile and clean raw data (GL exports, bank data, SaaS metrics) into analysis-ready formats.

Maintain version control, audit trails, and traceability from trial balance to model.

Reporting Templates & Automation


Design board and investor reporting templates, KPI dashboards, and variance analysis frameworks.

Build SaaS metrics (ARR/MRR bridges, churn, LTV/CAC, NRR) and recurring revenue templates.

Transaction Support (Model-Led)


Produce deal-ready schedules for buy-side and sell-side engagements (QofE, NWC, closing adjustments).

Translate model outputs into charts and visuals for investment memorandums and management presentations.

Quality Assurance & Standards


Follow strict QA processes (FAST/SMART methodology).

Double-check every formula, input, and output --

your work must be flawless

.

Ensure transparency through consistent assumptions pages, error checks, and version logs.

Requirements



3-6 years of experience in

M&A, Transaction Services, or FP&A

, ideally from a

Tier 1 investment bank or M&A boutique

.

+ Candidates with

more years of experience

will also be considered if they remain flexible and open to new approaches.
Strong experience working with

software companies

; exposure to

deeptech (e.g., chipmakers)

is a plus. Advanced Excel/Google Sheets proficiency (array formulas, Power Query, dynamic formulas, structured refs). Excellent grasp of valuation and deal mechanics (NWC, closing adjustments, leakage, earn-outs). Ability to turn messy data into clear historicals and models -- quickly and accurately. Strong communication and interpersonal skills -- able to explain the story behind the numbers. Meticulous attention to detail and ability to self-check work before submission.

Nice-to-Haves



Experience preparing materials for investment memorandums (IMs). Familiarity with CAPEX modelling and debt structuring. Previous experience in

software or SaaS transactions

; exposure to

deeptech deals

a bonus.

How Our Client Works



They

own the numbers

-- every figure must be backed by logic, traceability, and quality assurance. They

balance precision with practicality

-- models should be easy to hand over and fast to update. They

translate numbers into narratives

-- this role will eventually expand into creating investment memorandums where financial insights tell the story.

Recruitment Process



Initial Interview Finance Case + bonus assignment Second Interview

4. Valuation Case Test

5. Final Interview


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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1554565
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Part Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Home Based, ZA, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned