Head of Corporate Finance
Job Overview
Our client is seeking a senior leader to head their Corporate Finance Advisory function, driving strategic growth, technical excellence, and operational performance across a multi-disciplinary advisory and outsourcing practice.
The role is responsible for overseeing Corporate Finance and Transaction Advisory engagements — including Transaction Services, Due Diligence, Financial Modelling, and Capital Raising — alongside CFO advisory services, ensuring high-quality client delivery, regulatory compliance, and commercial success.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic & Practice Leadership
Lead the strategic direction, growth, and performance of the Corporate Finance Advisory practice
Oversee P&L, revenue growth, margins, utilisation, and productivity KPIs
Drive innovation, digital enablement, and service modernisation
Enhance market presence through thought leadership and industry engagement
Corporate Finance & Transaction Services
Provide senior oversight on buy-side and sell-side due diligence engagements
Review IFRS / GAPSME-compliant financial reporting
Lead financial modelling, forecasting, scenario analysis, and business plan validation
Deliver key outputs such as Quality of Earnings reports, valuations, and financial risk assessments
Support clients in transaction negotiations through financial insights
Present findings to Boards, investors, lenders, regulators, and executive stakeholders
CFO Advisory & Financial Management
Oversee fractional CFO engagements, including for regulated entities
Supervise development of forecasts, valuations, feasibility studies, and financial plans
Support clients in strengthening financial controls and reporting frameworks
Client Leadership
Build and manage relationships with key clients
Act as a trusted advisor to CEOs, CFOs, Boards, and investors
Identify and lead new engagement opportunities
People & Culture
Lead and develop a team of 20+ professionals
Drive capability building and technical upskilling
Foster a high-performance, collaborative culture
Provide coaching and mentorship to ensure delivery excellence
Quality & Compliance
Ensure all engagements meet professional and regulatory standards
Oversee statutory reporting for regulated entities
Implement quality frameworks and governance standards
Maintain strong ethical and confidentiality practices
Ideal Profile
8+ years’ leadership experience in Financial Advisory, Transaction Services, Corporate Finance, or senior CFO / M&A roles
Strong technical expertise in IFRS, GAPSME, and international reporting standards
Professional qualification such as ACCA, ACA, CPA, or CFA
Warrant holder in line with regulatory requirements
Proven experience leading complex engagements and multidisciplinary teams
Strong commercial acumen and strategic mindset
Excellent executive communication and board-level presentation skills
Deep technical knowledge in corporate finance and financial modelling
Demonstrated ability to coach and develop high-performing teams
High integrity and strong understanding of regulatory environments