Manager, Corporate Finance at H. Pierson Associates

Job Overview

• The Manager, Corporate Finance will assist the Head, Corporate Finance in executing M&A strategies, handle financial modeling, and manage transaction execution.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Developing financial plans and strategies that align with the company's long-term goals. This includes analyzing market trends, identifying growth opportunities, and conducting risk assessments
• Assist in the structuring, negotiation, and execution of mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions.
• Play a vital role in the M&A process, conducting due diligence, financial modeling, and negotiating deals to ensure successful transactions.
• Capital Structure Management: Managing the company's capital structure which involves optimizing the mix of equity and debt financing to maintain a healthy balance between risk and return.
• Investor Relations: Establishing and maintaining relationships with investors and analysts involving communicating financial performance and company strategy to stakeholders
• Conduct financial analysis, including financial modeling, valuations, and due diligence for potential transactions.
• Assist in providing corporate finance advisory services to the bank’s clients, including financial restructuring, project finance, and investment advisory.
• Provide support in reviewing and analyzing clients' financial needs and structuring financial solutions to meet those needs.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis, projections, and stress testing to support business decisions
• Prepare detailed financial reports, presentations, and investment memos for senior management and board approvals.
• Support capital-raising initiatives, including debt, equity, and structured financing.
• Engage with financial institutions, investors, and other stakeholders to explore funding options.
• Prepare materials for investor presentations and financial proposals.
• Assist in the preparation of key financial performance reports and presentations for senior management.
• Monitor industry trends, economic conditions, and regulatory developments impacting corporate finance.
• Support the identification and assessment of financial risks associated with corporate finance activities.
• Ensure adherence to local and international regulatory standards for corporate finance and transactions.
• Collaborate with risk management, legal, and compliance teams to ensure that all transactions and financial activities meet regulatory and internal risk management requirements.
• Work closely with other team members within the corporate finance department and across other departments, such as legal, compliance, and risk management, to ensure the seamless execution of transactions.
• Support the training and mentoring of junior team members, ensuring they develop the necessary skills for growth.
• Financial Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating financial risks, such as currency fluctuations, interest rate risks, and market volatility, to protect the company's financial position.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.
• Professional qualifications (such as CFA, ICAN, ACCA) or an MBA would be advantageous.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in corporate finance, investment banking, or related fields, with at least 3 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
• Hands-on experience in financial modeling, valuations, mergers and acquisitions, and capital raising.
• Strong financial analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent understanding of financial instruments, corporate finance strategies, and market dynamics.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and the use of financial analysis tools.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Risk management, regulatory compliance, and tax optimization 
• Budgeting, forecasting, and project management skills 
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems