Associate: M&A Accountant

The successful candidate will play a key role in the execution of mergers and acquisitions and capital-raising transactions. This position offers exposure to high-profile deals and opportunities to engage directly with clients, investors, and advisors across Africa and internationally. Key Responsibilities: Prepare client pitches, transaction proposals, and investor presentations. Develop and maintain robust financial models and perform valuation analyses for M&A and capital-raising transactions. Draft key transaction documents, including information memoranda, teasers, and management presentations. Support due diligence processes, including managing virtual data rooms and coordinating responses to bidder queries. Assist with the preparation of legal and regulatory documentation in collaboration with Legal and Financial Advisors. Liaise with clients, investors, and bidders during deal execution phases. Conduct KYC checks and background verifications in line with onboarding protocols. Mentor and oversee the work of junior team members, ensuring quality and accuracy. Candidate Profile: Education & Academic Requirements: A Degree in Finance, Accounting, Investments, Economics, Business, or a related discipline. Strong academic performance with at least: 80% for Mathematics and 70% for English at a Matric level (or equivalent A-level grades). Experience: 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in: Corporate finance Valuations M&A/transaction advisory Private equity or investment banking If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly. For more finance jobs, please visit

Location: Johannesburg, ZA

Posted Date: 7/11/2025