Business Strategy Analyst

6500 Accenture (SA) (Pty) Ltd Company; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture is seeking a Strategy Analyst in Midrand to shape and execute strategy across financial services and enterprise client segments. The role blends market analysis, financial modelling, and business case development to inform investment decisions and growth priorities.

You will produce strategic insights, build KPI dashboards, support planning cycles, and collaborate with Sales, Product, Marketing and Delivery to turn strategy into actionable plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with 2–4 years in strategy or financial services.
• Strong financial modelling and data interpretation skills.
• Ability to present insights to senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market and industry analysis across FS sectors.
• Track competitors and provide regular briefings to leadership.
• Build KPI dashboards and support strategic planning.
• Develop financial models, forecasts, and ROI analyses.
• Prepare executive presentations and board papers.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Commercial acumen

Communication

Collaboration

Initiative

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

SQL

Python

Job description

Role Purpose

The Strategy Analyst supports the leadership team in shaping and executing strategy across the financial services industry and enterprise client segments. The role combines market and competitor analysis, financial modelling, and business case development to inform investment decisions, growth priorities, and go-to-market planning.

Key Responsibilities

Market and industry analysis Research trends across banking, insurance, capital markets, payments, and wealth/asset management, including regulatory, technology, and customer shifts Track competitors and peers, producing regular insight briefings for senior stakeholders Size markets and identify growth opportunities and white space within enterprise accounts Strategic planning and performance Support the annual strategic planning cycle, including target setting, scenario analysis, and resource allocation Build and maintain KPI dashboards tracking progress against strategic objectives Prepare quarterly business reviews and executive reporting Financial modelling and business cases Develop financial models, forecasts, and sensitivity analyses to evaluate initiatives, partnerships, and investments Draft business cases covering costs, benefits, risks, and ROI Partner with Finance to align assumptions with budgets and forecasts Stakeholder and project support Work with Sales, Product, Marketing, and Delivery teams to translate strategy into actionable plans Support strategic programmes and cross-functional initiatives, tracking milestones, risks, and dependencies Prepare presentations, board papers, and recommendations with clear, evidence-based storytelling

Core Competencies

Analytical rigour: Structures ambiguous problems, tests assumptions, and checks data quality Commercial acumen: Links analysis to revenue, margin, and client impact Communication: Distils complexity into concise, persuasive narratives Collaboration: Builds trust across teams and influences without authority Initiative: Anticipates needs and drives work to completion with minimal oversight

Success Measures (First 12 Months)

Delivers high-quality analysis and materials that leadership uses in decision-making Owns at least one recurring strategic reporting product (e.g. market insight pack or KPI dashboard) Contributes to at least one major business case or strategic initiative from start to finish Builds strong working relationships with key stakeholders across IEFS

Essential Skills and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Engineering, or a related field 2–4 years' experience in strategy, consulting, corporate development, investment banking, or financial services analysis Strong financial modelling skills (advanced Excel; experience building scenario-based models) Proven ability to synthesise complex data into clear insights and recommendations Excellent written and verbal communication, including executive-level presentation skills Working knowledge of financial services sector dynamics and enterprise client needs

Desirable

Postgraduate qualification (MBA, MSc, CFA, or equivalent progress) Experience with BI and data tools (Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Python) Exposure to regulatory themes such as Basel, open banking, or ESG disclosure Experience in a technology, consulting, or professional services environment serving financial institutions

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