Senior Consultant - Business Transformation: OneStream Implementation

Cross Country Consulting; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic professional to join their Business Transformation practice. In this role, you will partner with clients to enhance their finance functions, conduct assessments, and implement transformative solutions. With a focus on collaboration, you will work alongside experienced leaders to drive successful project outcomes and contribute to talent acquisition efforts. This position offers a unique opportunity to grow within a supportive community that values creativity, enthusiasm, and professional development. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare options

Flexible spending accounts

401(k) with company matching

Generous parental and maternity leave

Technology stipends

Wellness reimbursement programs

Qualifications

• 3+ years in FP&A and consulting with expertise in advising on financial matters.
• Experience with EPM systems and advanced analytical tools for financial modeling.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients to enhance finance functions and deliver transformative outcomes.
• Mentor team members and oversee project quality while driving business development.

Skills

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)

Enterprise Performance Management (EPM)

Analytical Tools (Tableau, Alteryx)

Microsoft Excel

Project Management Methodologies

Mentoring

Agile Mindset

Creativity

Education

B.Com / B.Com (Honors) in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Management Accounting

CA, CPA, CFA, Certified Corporate FP&A Professional

Tools

Oracle/Hyperion

OneStream

Adaptive

Anaplan

Vena

Planful

Prophix

Job description

From the beginning, our goal was to establish an advisory firm that stands apart from the rest – one that is grounded in our Core Values and dedicated to creating a positive experience not just for our clients, but for our people too. We firmly believe in the strength of collaboration, enthusiasm, generosity, and perseverance as the driving forces behind our success. With advisory solutions spanning accounting and risk, technology-enabled transformation, and transactions, we partner with our clients to solve today’s challenges and deliver present and future value.

Our commitment to our people has earned us numerous awards including Inc5000's Fastest Growing Companies and Glassdoor's Best Places to Work. Explore what our employees have to say about our unique culture by clicking here.

By joining our rapidly growing Business Transformation practice you will serve as a trusted partner to our clients. You’ll bring your first-hand experience, unique perspectives, and functional knowledge to deliver tailored integrated solutions that solve today's challenges and set the foundation for future success. With support from experienced leaders and a dedicated coach, you will join a collaborative community that invites you to contribute beyond the scope of client delivery.

What You'll Do:

• Collaborate with clients within the "Office of the CFO" to enhance the effectiveness of their finance function, driving improvements and delivering transformative outcomes.
• Conduct thorough assessments of the current state and envision the desired operating model, providing a clear roadmap for finance function optimization.
• Implement organizational, process, and technology enhancements to achieve optimal Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) function and catalyze transformative changes.
• Drive and provide support for Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) system projects, enabling clients to leverage advanced tools for streamlined financial planning and analysis.
• Embrace an agile mindset to foster collaboration across business lines, working closely with cross-functional teams to drive successful project outcomes.
• Maintain accountability for delivery quality and excellence, overseeing junior team members and proactively identifying, resolving, or escalating project issues.
• Mentor team members by coaching colleagues, providing regular ongoing feedback and annual performance reviews, and helping project teams resolve complex issues.
• Support the practice’s strategic direction by proactively monitoring industry trends, identifying emerging opportunities, and evaluating potential impacts.
• Actively contribute to talent acquisition and retention efforts, participating in attracting, interviewing, and hiring top talent who embody our core values.
• Actively participate in business development opportunities and market a full range of services to prospective clients including using existing relationships to generate new opportunities.

What You'll Bring:

• 3+ years of experience in FP&A and consulting, demonstrating expertise in advising commercial companies and strategic decision-makers on financial matters.
• Experience working with Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) systems implementations such as Oracle/Hyperion (Preferred), OneStream, Adaptive, Anaplan, Vena, Planful, or Prophix, contributing to a deep knowledge of EPM functionalities and their application in business contexts.
• Knowledgeable in advanced analytical tools such as Tableau and Alteryx, as well as modeling skills in Microsoft Excel, enabling the execution of complex financial models for analysis and forecasting.
• Ability to summarize key data into concise executive dashboards, providing actionable insights to drive informed decision-making.
• Experience mentoring and developing junior team members and helping project teams resolve complex and multi-faceted issues.
• Knowledge of various project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Lean, Waterfall).
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to think from a “big picture” perspective.
• Demonstrated track record of establishing credibility both internally and externally.
• Creativity, confidence, and an agile/adaptable mindset.
• High energy, enthusiasm, and an entrepreneurial spirit.

Qualifications:

• B.Com / B.Com (Honors) in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Management Accounting.
• CA, CPA, CFA, Certified Corporate FP&A Professional, or relevant certifications.

Benefits Summary

The CrossCountry total rewards package includes comprehensive healthcare options, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; and a 401(k) with company matching. Additionally, employees can take advantage of generous parental and maternity leave policies, technology stipends, and wellness reimbursement programs, all designed to support both professional growth and personal well-being. For detailed information about benefits at CrossCountry, please visit our dedicated benefits site: https://www.crosscountry-consulting.com/careers/benefits/.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

CrossCountry provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and believes that respect and fair treatment are critical to creating a productive, diverse, and inclusive workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, CrossCountry is fully committed to comply with all federal, state, and local laws and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, pregnancy, genetics, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy also complies with pay transparency and labor laws and applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.