Senior Reporting Consultant

Network Finance; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 540,000 - 780,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Finance seeks a Finance Analyst with 3+ years in FP&A and financial reporting to design and automate client reporting solutions. You will build models in Excel, configure data structures, and deliver dashboards while supporting clients and projects.

Candidates should have a BCom in Finance, with CA(SA)/CIMA advantageous, and strong communication skills to engage with finance professionals.

Qualifications

• Requires a BCom in Finance or related degree with 3+ years in FP&A, financial reporting or financial business analysis.
• CIMA qualification or CA(SA) is advantageous.
• Strong Excel skills for financial modelling, data validation, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Design and build reporting and planning applications within specialised financial reporting software.
• Develop data collection templates and financial models using advanced Excel functionality.
• Configure reporting structures and integrate data from multiple source systems.
• Produce automated financial reports, dashboards, and analytical outputs for clients.
• Manage client relationships and provide ongoing system support and optimization recommendations.
• Assist with implementation projects, documentation, and client training.
• Participate in internal initiatives and contribute to continuous process improvement.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial modelling

Financial reporting

Budgeting & forecasting

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

BCom in Finance

CA(SA) / CIMA advantageous

Tools

SQL

Job description

Join a fast-growing and well-established technology-driven advisory business that specializes in helping large organizations streamline and automate their financial reporting and planning processes. Working with listed corporates and prominent public sector entities, this business provides sophisticated software solutions that enable finance teams to consolidate, analyze, and report on data from multiple entities and cost centres with ease.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop both your financial expertise and systems knowledge, while building strong consulting and client engagement skills within a dynamic and innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and build reporting and planning applications within specialised financial reporting software.
• Develop data collection templates and financial models using advanced Excel functionality.
• Configure reporting structures and integrate data from multiple source systems.
• Produce automated financial reports, dashboards, and analytical outputs for clients' use.
• Manage client relationships and provide ongoing system support and optimisation recommendations.
• Assist with implementation projects, documentation, and client training.
• Participate in internal initiatives and contribute to continuous process improvement.

Job Experience and Skills Required

• Education:
  • BCom in Finance or a related financial Degree
  • Completed or in progress CIMA qualification will be advantageous / CA(SA)
• Experience:
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in a financial reporting, FP&A, financial management, or Financial Business Analyst role
  • Experience implementing or supporting financial reporting / planning software solutions
• Skills:
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel (financial modelling, formulas, data validation, conditional formatting, and reporting outputs)
  • Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes
  • Ability to prepare financial reports, such as management accounts, financial statements, or budget packs
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • High level of professionalism and confidence when engaging with finance professionals
• Advantageous:
  • Understanding of IFRS and group consolidation principles
  • Exposure to SQL or database environments
  • Prior consulting or software implementation experience
  • Completed accounting articles