Finance Function Strategy Consulting - Senior Manager

PwC South Africa; Oneida Lake Beach West (NY); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k plan

Job summary

PwC South Africa is seeking a Finance Function Strategy Consulting Senior Manager to lead finance function optimization initiatives and guide clients on transforming finance operating models. You will drive analyses, design strategic solutions, and coach teams to deliver high-impact financial outcomes.

The role emphasizes strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage change across client organizations, with substantial travel and engagement delivery responsibilities.

Qualifications

• At least a Bachelor's degree.
• At least 7 years of experience.
• Experience leading finance transformation projects with strategic impact.

Responsibilities

• Leading finance function optimization projects to enhance organizational structure and processes.
• Analyzing current finance operating models to identify gaps and inefficiencies.
• Designing and implementing solutions to improve finance processes, roles, and responsibilities.
• Providing strategic guidance on finance transformation initiatives and change management.
• Developing financial solutions to optimize client financial performance and decision‑making.
• Coaching and motivating teams to solve complex financial management challenges.
• Applying systems thinking to identify underlying problems and opportunities in finance operations.
• Validating outcomes with clients and acting on feedback to refine financial strategies.
• Directing teams through complex and ambiguous situations with composure.
• Crafting and conveying clear, impactful messages that tell a holistic financial story.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Advisory - Other Management Level Senior Manager Job Description & Summary

As a Finance Function Strategy Consulting Senior Manager, you will specialize in providing consulting services related to financial management and strategy. You will analyze client needs, develop financial solutions, and offer guidance to help clients optimize their financial performance and achieve their goals. Within our Management Consulting practice, you will focus on helping clients enhance their finance function and organizational structure by analyzing current finance operating models, identifying gaps, and designing solutions to improve processes and roles. Your role involves coaching teams, applying sound judgment, and delivering clear, impactful messages.

Responsibilities

• Leading finance function optimization projects to enhance organizational structure and processes
• Analyzing current finance operating models to identify gaps and inefficiencies
• Designing and implementing solutions to improve finance processes, roles, and responsibilities
• Providing strategic guidance on finance transformation initiatives and change management
• Developing financial solutions to optimize client financial performance and decision‑making
• Coaching and motivating teams to solve complex financial management challenges
• Applying systems thinking to identify underlying problems and opportunities in finance operations
• Validating outcomes with clients and acting on feedback to refine financial strategies
• Directing teams through complex and ambiguous situations with composure
• Crafting and conveying clear, impactful messages that tell a holistic financial story
• Initiating open and honest coaching conversations to foster team development
• Making informed decisions to resolve issues affecting team effectiveness
• Modeling and reinforcing professional and technical standards within the finance function

What You Must Have

• At least a Bachelor's degree
• At least 7 years of experience

What Sets You Apart

• Preference for a background in Accounting, Analytics/Data Science, Business Administration/Management, Computer Science/Information Systems, Economics, or Finance
• Demonstrated advanced skills in financial modeling and forecasting
• Experience leading complex finance transformation projects with strategic impact
• Proficiency with data visualization tools to enhance decision‑making processes
• Application of systems thinking to identify and solve underlying business challenges
• Ability to craft and convey clear, impactful messages to stakeholders
• Track record of developing and sustaining diverse, inclusive, and high‑performing teams

Travel Requirements

Up to 80% travel.

Job Posting End Date

Job posting end date is not specified.

Salary Range

The salary range for this position is $124,000 – $280,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

Benefits

PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.

Fair Chance and Background Checks

For qualified applicants impacted by local fair‑chance ordinances, arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable laws. PwC evaluates these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace.