Management Consultant - Financial Planning & Analysis

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development opportunities

Pension plan

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Management Consultant with FP&A expertise to join our client in Sandton, Gauteng. You will help enhance forecasting, budgeting, and decision-making by building robust financial models and dashboards for diverse clients.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting/Economics and has at least 4 years in FP&A or related consulting, with advanced Excel skills and familiarity with Anaplan or Oracle Hyperion. Hybrid work is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years FP&A, corporate finance or management consulting with a financial focus.
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling, data analysis, and Excel.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with Anaplan or Oracle Hyperion is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning.
• Analyze financial performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying variances and drivers.
• Provide insights and recommendations to improve financial accuracy and efficiency.
• Support clients in developing robust financial reporting frameworks.
• Collaborate with client finance teams to understand needs and challenges.
• Prepare presentations and reports to communicate financial insights to stakeholders.
• Assist in the implementation of FP&A best practices and tools.
• Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis to support strategic initiatives.
• Contribute to the development of financial dashboards and performance metrics.

Skills

Financial modeling

Data analysis

Excel

Budgeting

Forecasting

Variance analysis

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Tools

Anaplan

Oracle Hyperion

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent management consultancy, is seeking a skilled Management Consultant with expertise in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to join their team in Sandton, Gauteng . This role is vital for assisting clients in enhancing their financial forecasting capabilities, improving budgeting processes, and driving informed financial decision-making. You will leverage your analytical prowess to interpret financial data, develop robust models, and provide strategic insights that support business growth and profitability. The position offers a hybrid work model, combining essential in-office collaboration with remote flexibility. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the financial health and strategic direction of diverse businesses in the bustling Sandton financial hub and across Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and refine financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning.
• Analyze financial performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying key variances and drivers.
• Provide insights and recommendations to improve financial accuracy and efficiency.
• Support clients in developing robust financial reporting frameworks.
• Collaborate with client finance teams to understand their specific needs and challenges.
• Prepare presentations and reports to communicate financial insights to stakeholders.
• Assist in the implementation of FP&A best practices and tools.
• Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis to support strategic initiatives.
• Contribute to the development of financial dashboards and performance metrics.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, corporate finance, or management consulting with a financial focus.
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling, data analysis, and Excel.
• Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly.
• Familiarity with financial planning software (e.g., Anaplan, Oracle Hyperion) is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Benefits

• An annual salary ranging from ZAR .
• Potential for performance-based incentives and bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Hybrid work model promoting work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development in finance and consulting.
• Pension fund contributions.
• A stimulating and professional work environment.
• Exposure to diverse financial projects and client challenges.