Nikiwe Mathebula
Johannesburg
Summary
Nikiwe Mathebula is a Chartered Accountant with experience in finance, investment banking, and property finance. Skilled in structuring deals, financial and credit analysis, regulatory compliance, and cross-functional collaboration. Known for problem-solving, adaptability, and delivering results aligned with business goals. Organized, dependable, and eager to take on challenges to support team success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate (Property Finance)
Nedbank Corporate and Investment Banking
09.2024 - Current
- Leading the preparation of Business Case Forum papers, credit motivation papers and providing strategic insights into deal viability.
- Drive due diligence processes on property finance deals, analyzing financials and property fundamentals to assess viability and risks.
- Presenting deals at Business Case Forum meetings and Credit committees.
- Structuring deals optimally for new loans tailored to client needs.
- Managing Credit pack submissions.
- Collaborating with internal stakeholders to achieve portfolio growth, including cross-selling complementary financial products.
- Sourcing and closing deals contributing to the team's performance in terms of book growth, economic profit and headline earnings.
Analyst (Property Finance)
Nedbank Corporate and Investment Banking
12.2018 - 08.2024
- Prepared Business Case Forum papers, terms sheets and credit motivation papers which includes analyzing financial statements and property fundamentals.
- Presented deals at Business Case Forum meetings.
- Conducted market research and desktop valuations to identify high-potential properties and investments.
- Supported Credit pack preparation and liaised with compliance teams to ensure regulatory alignment.
- Maintained strong client relationships, proactively resolving queries and facilitating deal execution.
CA Trainee (Compliance and Financial Crime Rotation)
Nedbank Group Internal Audit
06.2023 - 06.2023
- Executed audit testing and documentation, identifying compliance risks and preparing draft findings.
- Engaged management on control weaknesses, ensuring timely issue resolution.
Graduate Trainee (Property Finance)
Nedbank Corporate and Investment Banking
01.2017 - 11.2018
- Assisted associates with the deal lifecycle.
- Drafted amendment papers for changes to existing deals.
- Supported BASEL compliance.
- Completed desktop valuations for properties to be signed off by professional valuers.
- Gained exposure to the end-to-end investment process, including deal structuring, client negotiations, and approvals.
Taxation Tutor
University of Johannesburg
01.2016 - 11.2016
- Provided consultations for third year Taxation students.
Strategy and Innovation - Intern
Deloitte Consulting
06.2016 - 07.2016
- Supported project management activities ensuring timelines are aligned with client expectations.
- Assisted senior consultants in preparing presentations and conducting research for regulatory and strategic projects.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Applied Accounting Sciences
University of South Africa
01.2020
Advanced Diploma - Accounting Sciences
University of South Africa
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Nedbank (in Collaboration With WITS)
Property Finance Academy
University of the Witwatersrand
01.2018
Corporate Development certificate
Duke University
01.2018
Banking Course
Oxyor Group
01.2017
Property investment & development course
University of Cape Town & GetSmarter
01.2017
Bachelor of Commerce Financial Management Honours Degree - undefined
University of Johannesburg
01.2016
Bachelor of Commerce Accounting Degree - undefined
University of Johannesburg
01.2015
Matric - undefined
Sir John Adamson High School
01.2012
Skills
- Deal structuring and Investment Analysis
- Regulatory compliance
- Client Engagement
- Financial Analysis and modelling
- Risk and Credit Assessment
- Valuation Techniques (Discounted cash flow, Sales comparable, Book Value)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint)
- Interpersonal and Leadership skills
- Problem-solving
- Stress Tolerance and Continuous Learning
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- Registered as a CA(SA) in February 2024
- 2023: Assessment of Professional Competence (APC) – passed at first attempt
- 2021: Initial Test of Competence (ITC) – passed at first attempt
Awards
2018: Nedbank uplifting and sustaining South African communities award (Nedbank Team Challenge), 2016: Award for being a top achiever in Financial Management 3A and 3B in 2015 (87.5% average), 2013: Top achiever first year student at University of Johannesburg (77.6% average), 2012: Certificate of merit for academic achievement in grade 12, 2012: Colours award for outstanding ability in academic achievement, 2012: Certificate of merit for being a top achiever in Accounting and Life sciences
Affiliations
- South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) – Since 2024
- Golden Key International Society – Since 2015
- UJenius club at the University of Johannesburg – 2016
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
2024-2025: Nedbank CIB DnX Leadership Development Programme
RECOGNITION BADGES - NEDBANK 2023
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
- Growth and Development
- High Performance
- Service Excellence
- Purpose-Led
- Human-Centred Leadership
Timeline
Associate (Property Finance)
Nedbank Corporate and Investment Banking
09.2024 - Current
CA Trainee (Compliance and Financial Crime Rotation)
Nedbank Group Internal Audit
06.2023 - 06.2023
Analyst (Property Finance)
Nedbank Corporate and Investment Banking
12.2018 - 08.2024
Graduate Trainee (Property Finance)
Nedbank Corporate and Investment Banking
01.2017 - 11.2018
Strategy and Innovation - Intern
Deloitte Consulting
06.2016 - 07.2016
Taxation Tutor
University of Johannesburg
01.2016 - 11.2016
Advanced Diploma - Accounting Sciences
University of South Africa
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Nedbank (in Collaboration With WITS)
Property Finance Academy
University of the Witwatersrand
Corporate Development certificate
Duke University
Banking Course
Oxyor Group
Property investment & development course
University of Cape Town & GetSmarter
Bachelor of Commerce Financial Management Honours Degree - undefined
University of Johannesburg
Bachelor of Commerce Accounting Degree - undefined
University of Johannesburg
Matric - undefined
Sir John Adamson High School
Post Graduate Diploma - Applied Accounting Sciences
University of South Africa
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