Corporate Finance Specialist

Job Summary


We are seeking a highly skilled Corporate Finance Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will have strong expertise in financial modelling, forecasting, and valuation, with a proven ability to deliver high-quality strategic financial insights. This role requires hands-on experience in developing and reviewing complex financial models, assessing financial risks, and supporting high-value transactions that drive sustainable business growth.


Key Responsibilities



• Develop, maintain and continuously enhance robust financial models and forecasts to support strategic business planning and investment decisions.

• Critically review and challenge existing financial models, underlying assumptions, and financial trends to improve accuracy and effectiveness.

• Conduct comprehensive valuation analyses using methodologies such as Discounted Cash Flow DCF, comparable company analysis, and precedent transactions.

• Lead detailed financial due diligence processes, including synergy assessment, risk identification, and value-enhancing opportunities.

• Analyze industry trends, financial statements, and market data to provide actionable insights for strategic decision-making.

• Prepare detailed financial reports, investment papers, and presentations for senior management and key stakeholders.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support mergers and acquisitions M&A, capital raising initiatives, and investment strategies, including greenfield and brownfield projects.

• Support the structuring and execution of complex financial transactions, including:

• International loan syndications

• Large-scale and structured financing transactions

• Conglomerate loan portfolio management

• International lending and cross-border financing arrangements




• Ensure full compliance with financial regulations, corporate governance standards, and internal risk frameworks in line with industry best practices.



Qualifications & Experience



• Minimum of ten 10 years' relevant experience in corporate finance, investment banking, or Capital Management in Financial services or related industry.

• In-depth knowledge of Mergers & Acquisitions M&A and accounting practices.

• Proven experience in managing large-scale projects and cross-functional teams.

• Demonstrated expertise in building, reviewing, and validating complex financial models with a high degree of accuracy.

• Strong knowledge of valuation techniques, financial analysis, and risk assessment

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related discipline a finance-focused degree is an added advantage.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, financial modelling tools, and data analysis software.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex financial insights to diverse stakeholders.

• Strong understanding of:

• Nigerian banking regulation CBN, NDIC, SEC, Basel

• Balance sheet management and profitability drivers

• Professional Certifications

• At least one required; multiple preferred:

• CFA Chartered Financial Analyst - highly preferred

• ACA/ACCA

• CIMAFRM/FMVA - added advantage