Senior Corporate Finance Officer 16 views

Wegagen Capital Investment Bank S.C. hereby announces an open competitive recruitment process for qualified and competent professionals to fill the following position:

Senior Corporate Finance Officer
CATEGORY: Advisory And Investment Management Services
LOCATION: Head Office

CAREER LEVEL: Senior Level
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time
SALARY: As per the Company’s scale

JOB DESCRIPTION

Wegagen Capital Investment Bank, Ethiopia’s first private investment bank, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Corporate Finance Officer to join the office of the Chief Investment & Advisory Officer. The Senior Corporate Finance Officer will play a key role in delivering expert corporate finance solutions to high-value clients, focusing on financial strategy, valuation, capital structuring, and transaction support. This role is critical in executing complex financial mandates while supporting the bank’s advisory business and contributing to the growth of Ethiopia’s corporate finance landscape.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide high-level corporate finance advisory services, including financial modeling, valuation, capital raising strategies, and capital structure optimization for clients across various sectors.
• Lead the analysis and execution of complex transactions such as mergers & acquisitions (M&A), debt and equity financings, restructurings, and divestitures.
• Conduct detailed financial due diligence, prepare investment memoranda, pitch books, and other transaction documentation to support deal origination and execution.
• Perform in-depth industry and market research, develop financial forecasts, and identify strategic opportunities to enhance client financial performance and growth.
• Collaborate closely with clients, senior management, and cross-functional teams to understand business needs and deliver tailored, actionable corporate finance recommendations.
• Ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements, internal policies, and best practices while proactively identifying and mitigating financial and transaction risks.
• Support business development initiatives by identifying potential mandates and contributing to proposal development and client presentations

REQUIRED QUALIFICATION

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4–5 years of relevant experience in corporate finance, investment banking, financial advisory, private equity, or a leading financial institution.
• Master’s degree (MBA or MSc in Finance) or professional certifications (e.g., CFA, ACCA, CMA) are strongly preferred.
• Proven track record in executing corporate finance transactions and financial modeling.

Skills

• Strong analytical, quantitative, and financial modeling skills with advanced proficiency in Excel and financial software/tools.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and report-writing abilities.
• Deep understanding of valuation methodologies, capital markets, and corporate finance principles.
• Strong interpersonal and client management skills with the ability to build trusted relationships.
• High ethical standards and integrity.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.