Senior Management Consultant - Financial Performance Improvement

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Competitive bonus

Generous leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Management Consultant with expertise in Financial Performance Improvement to service clients around Sandton, Gauteng. The role blends remote work with on-site client engagement to drive profitability, optimize costs and enforce financial discipline across organisations.

The ideal candidate brings 6+ years in financial consulting or related fields, strong FP&A and data analysis skills, and a proven track record of delivering tangible financial gains through

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in financial consulting or corporate finance focusing on performance improvement.
• Proven ability to drive significant financial performance improvements for clients.
• Strong analytical, quantitative skills and financial modeling expertise.
• Deep FP&A, P&L management and cost accounting knowledge.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience with financial management software and ERP systems; professional certifications desirable.

Responsibilities

• Analyze statements, data and processes to uncover performance gaps and opportunities.
• Develop and implement revenue growth, cost reduction and working capital strategies.
• Lead financial due diligence for M&A and divestitures.
• Advise on budgeting, forecasting, FP&A best practices.
• Drive financial transformation initiatives, systems upgrades and process redesign.
• Create KPIs and dashboards to monitor financial performance.
• Facilitate client workshops and finance team training.
• Manage project teams and client relationships in a hybrid setting.

Skills

Financial analysis

Financial modeling

FP&A

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading management consultancy, is seeking a highly accomplished Senior Management Consultant with expertise in Financial Performance Improvement. This hybrid role, servicing clients in and around Sandton, Gauteng, ZA , focuses on enhancing profitability, optimizing cost structures, and driving financial discipline within client organizations. You will partner with finance leaders and operational teams to identify and implement strategies that unlock significant financial gains. The hybrid nature of this position allows for a flexible work arrangement, blending focused remote work with vital in-person collaboration and client engagement. This is an excellent opportunity for a results-oriented finance professional to make a tangible impact on business outcomes in a demanding yet rewarding environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze financial statements, operational data, and business processes to identify performance gaps and opportunities.
• Develop and implement strategies for revenue enhancement, cost reduction, and working capital optimization.
• Lead financial due diligence assessments for mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.
• Advise clients on budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and analysis (FP&A) best practices.
• Drive the implementation of financial transformation initiatives, including system upgrades and process redesign.
• Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial dashboards to monitor performance.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions for client finance teams.
• Manage project teams and client relationships in a hybrid work setting.

Requirements

• A minimum of 6 years of experience in financial consulting, corporate finance, or related fields, with a strong focus on performance improvement.
• Proven track record in driving significant financial performance improvements for clients.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with expertise in financial modeling and data analysis.
• Deep understanding of financial planning and analysis (FP&A), P&L management, and cost accounting.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience with financial management software and ERP systems is essential.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. CPA, CFA, or CMA certification is highly desirable.
• Ability to thrive in a hybrid work environment, balancing remote work with client site visits in the Sandton, Gauteng, ZA area.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with performance-driven bonus potential.
• Comprehensive medical coverage, retirement fund, and other benefits.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and advanced certifications.
• Flexible hybrid work model promoting work-life integration.
• Exposure to complex financial challenges and strategic decision-making.
• Collaborative team environment with a focus on client success.
• Generous annual leave allowance.