Management Consultant - Financial Planning & Analysis

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in East London, Eastern Cape, is seeking a skilled Management Consultant with FP&A expertise to join our client in East London. You will support strategic financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance management for diverse clients.

The role emphasizes collaboration with finance teams and business leaders, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with FP&A tools. A hybrid work arrangement is offered, along with opportunities for professional development and career

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field.
• Professional certification (e.g., CFA, CMA) is a plus.
• 2–4 years of FP&A, corporate finance or financial consulting experience.
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with FP&A software and tools (e.g., SAP BPC, Oracle Hyperion, Anaplan).
• Excellent understanding of financial statements and accounting principles.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support clients in developing robust annual budgets and long-term financial forecasts.
• Analyze financial performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying variances.
• Develop financial models to support strategic decision-making, investment appraisal, and scenario planning.
• Implement and optimize FP&A processes and systems.
• Provide insights on cost management, profitability, and cash flow optimization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather financial data and ensure alignment.
• Prepare management reports and presentations on financial performance and outlook.
• Stay current with FP&A best practices.
• Contribute to business development and proposal efforts.

Skills

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

FP&A tools

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Tools

SAP BPC

Oracle Hyperion

Anaplan

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading management consultancy, is seeking a skilled Management Consultant with expertise in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to join their team, serving clients in East London, Eastern Cape . This role is critical in assisting clients with strategic financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance management. You will work closely with finance departments and business leaders to enhance financial decision-making, optimize resource allocation, and drive profitability. The ideal candidate will possess strong financial acumen, excellent analytical skills, and a solid understanding of FP&A tools and methodologies. This is a valuable opportunity to make a significant impact on client financial health and strategic direction within the East London economic context.

Key Responsibilities

• Support clients in developing robust annual budgets and long-term financial forecasts.
• Analyze financial performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying key variances and drivers.
• Develop financial models to support strategic decision-making, investment appraisal, and scenario planning.
• Implement and optimize FP&A processes and systems.
• Provide insights and recommendations on cost management, profitability improvement, and cash flow optimization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather financial data and ensure alignment.
• Prepare management reports and presentations on financial performance and outlook.
• Stay current with best practices in financial planning and analysis.
• Contribute to business development and proposal efforts.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• A professional certification (e.g., CFA, CMA) is a plus.
• 2-4 years of experience in financial planning & analysis, corporate finance, or financial consulting.
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with FP&A software and tools (e.g., SAP BPC, Oracle Hyperion, Anaplan).
• Excellent understanding of financial statements and accounting principles.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience working with clients in the Eastern Cape is advantageous.
• This role offers a Hybrid work arrangement, requiring collaboration and client interaction.
• Proficiency in English.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, recognizing the value of specialized financial expertise.
• Professional development is a key focus, with opportunities for advanced training, certifications, and exposure to diverse FP&A challenges.
• The firm promotes a collaborative and professional work environment.
• The Hybrid work model allows for flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits are provided.
• This role offers excellent opportunities for career advancement for individuals who excel in financial analysis and contribute to client success in East London and beyond.