Management Consultant - Financial Transformation

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive compensation

Continuous learning

Career progression

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 invites a highly experienced Management Consultant to lead Financial Transformation projects from the Port Elizabeth office. The role is hybrid, collaborating with clients across sectors to overhaul finance operations and implement new systems for improved reporting and planning.

Required 4-6 years in finance/consulting, with IFRS/GAAP knowledge and ERP/EPM experience (SAP/Oracle/Workday). CA(SA)/ACCA/CIMA advantageous; bachelor’s in related field.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 4-6 years of experience in finance, accounting, or financial consulting, with a focus on transformation.
• Proven experience in financial process improvement, system implementation, or financial shared services.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles (e.g., IFRS, GAAP) and financial management best practices.
• Experience with financial software such as SAP, Oracle, Workday, or similar ERP/EPM systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with finance professionals at all levels.
• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is essential.
• Professional qualifications such as CA(SA), ACCA, or CIMA are advantageous.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

• Assess current financial processes, systems, and organizational structures.
• Design and implement future-state financial operating models, including process improvements and technology solutions.
• Support clients in the selection and implementation of financial management software (e.g., ERP, EPM systems).
• Develop business cases for financial transformation initiatives, quantifying benefits and costs.
• Manage project streams related to financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and treasury functions.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions for client finance teams.
• Collaborate with IT teams and external vendors to ensure seamless integration of financial solutions.
• Prepare detailed documentation, presentations, and reports for client stakeholders.

Skills

Financial transformation

Financial analysis

Stakeholder communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Workday

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a respected management consultancy, is seeking a skilled Management Consultant to focus on Financial Transformation initiatives, based in their Port Elizabeth office. This role operates on a hybrid basis, offering flexibility. You will partner with clients to overhaul their financial operations, implement new financial systems, and drive efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting and planning. This role demands a strong understanding of finance functions, accounting principles, and the ability to leverage technology to achieve transformation goals. You will work with clients across various sectors, helping them navigate complex financial challenges and optimize their finance departments for greater agility and performance. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to significant business changes and enhance your expertise in financial consulting.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess current financial processes, systems, and organizational structures.
• Design and implement future-state financial operating models, including process improvements and technology solutions.
• Support clients in the selection and implementation of financial management software (e.g., ERP, EPM systems).
• Develop business cases for financial transformation initiatives, quantifying benefits and costs.
• Manage project streams related to financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and treasury functions.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions for client finance teams.
• Collaborate with IT teams and external vendors to ensure seamless integration of financial solutions.
• Prepare detailed documentation, presentations, and reports for client stakeholders.

Requirements

• A minimum of 4-6 years of experience in finance, accounting, or financial consulting, with a focus on transformation.
• Proven experience in financial process improvement, system implementation, or financial shared services.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles (e.g., IFRS, GAAP) and financial management best practices.
• Experience with financial software such as SAP, Oracle, Workday, or similar ERP/EPM systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with finance professionals at all levels.
• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is essential.
• Professional qualifications such as CA(SA), ACCA, or CIMA are advantageous.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment.

Benefits

• This role offers a competitive salary and benefits package designed to attract top talent.
• The hybrid working model provides a flexible approach to your work schedule, promoting a healthy work-life integration.
• You will have access to continuous learning and development opportunities, including specialized training in financial transformation methodologies and tools.
• Working within a dynamic consultancy environment offers exposure to a wide variety of challenging projects and client scenarios.
• Opportunities for career progression are excellent, with pathways to more senior consulting roles and leadership positions.
• You will be part of a supportive team that values collaboration and knowledge sharing, contributing to impactful financial improvements for our clients.