Zenith Bank is hiring a Corporate Finance Specialist with 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.
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Job 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 and 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
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Professional Certifications
At least one required; multiple preferred:
CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) – highly preferred
ACA / ACCA
CIMA
FRM / FMVA – added advantage
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