Senior Financial Strategy Consultant - M&A & Growth

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & bonus

Medical & retirement benefits

Professional development support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Management Consultant specializing in Financial Strategy to join its Port Elizabeth practice. You will advise C‑suite executives on optimizing financial performance, capital allocation, and growth strategies, driving sustainable shareholder value.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in corporate finance or financial advisory, with an MBA or CFA/CA highly desirable, and excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting or related field.
• MBA or CFA/CA desirable.
• 7+ years in corporate finance, investment banking, financial advisory or management consulting with a financial focus.
• Strong financial modeling, valuation, strategic planning and M&A advisory.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial strategies including capital structure optimization.
• Conduct financial due diligence for M&A and strategic transactions.
• Perform valuation analyses and market assessments.
• Advise on profitability, working capital, and cash flow improvements.
• Build financial models and forecasts for planning.
• Prepare reports and presentations for senior management.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities and risk mitigation.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation techniques

Strategic planning

M&A advisory

Financial analysis

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting

MBA or CFA/CA desirable

Tools

Financial software

Analytical tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Management Consultant specializing in Financial Strategy to join its Port Elizabeth practice. You will advise C‑suite executives on optimizing financial performance, capital allocation, and growth strategies, driving sustainable shareholder value.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in corporate finance or financial advisory, with an MBA or CFA/CA highly desirable, and excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.