Deloitte Africa Finance Manager BP ( Consulting) - Finance - Internal Client Services Jobs in Midrand South Africa
Deloitte Africa Finance Manager BP ( Consulting) - Finance - Internal Client Services Jobs in Midrand South Africa
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Company DescriptionDeloitte is a leading global provider of audit and assurance, consulting, financial advisory, risk advisory, tax and related services. Our global network of member firms and related entities in more than 150 countries and territories (collectively, the “Deloitte organization”) serves four out of five Fortune Global 500® companies. Learn how Deloitte’s approximately 345,000 people make an impact that matters at www.deloitte.com.
About the Division
It takes a high-powered network of internal support professionals to keep Deloitte going strong. The internal services function provides a wide variety of support services to our organisation and people. Rewarding career opportunities are available in:
Human resources
Information technology
Marketing and Communications
Financial support services, and much more.
As with all the functions in Deloitte, a core set of competencies is associated with each internal service area. An overall understanding of value-added client service, the experience to work in multifunctional and cross-border teams, strong
Job Description
Main Purpose of Job
Provides Finance intelligence to the Service Area Management Team supporting the value chain
Focuses on strategic issues relating to Finance that contribute to growth and competitiveness of the business
Consolidates P&L finances for the Service Area
Differentiators for this specific role
Budgeting, Forecasting and Target setting for the Service Area
Manages budgeting and forecasting for the Service Area
Finalises budgets and forecasts with Service Area Leader
Consolidates and prepares budget and forecast commentary and analysis for the Service Area
Facilitates setting targets for Service Area, including productivity and revenue targets down to partner, staff and project level where applicable
Submits Service Area budgets and forecasts to the Global Reporting COE and the Africa Reporting COE
Provides budgets and forecasts to the Senior Finance Manager for consolidation at a Service Line level
Financial Reporting for the Service Area
Prepares monthly management reports (according to Service Area requirements)
Provides Service Area input into the monthly results for Service Line level reporting
Reviews the balance sheet and income statement for the Service Area
Reports performance against KPIs and North Stars
Analyses Service Area utilisation and productivity
Strategic analyses and driving target achievement for the Service Area
Conducts financial analysis and insights
Analyses performance and efficiency
Provides strategic financial advice
Supports the Service Area to manage working capital
Interrogates working capital and revenue before and after EM rollover
Analyses North Star performance and drive business closer to these targets
Drives the core pillars of the Finance 2020
Implements cost reduction plans for the Service Area
Drives improved profitability
Assisting with the transactional oversight, including but not limited to:
Assisting in leading the Project Services and General Accounting team (resources dedicated to the service line) to ensure accurate processing and reporting
Assisting in building and managing a high performing Project Services and General Accounting team by providing leadership, role clarity, training and career development
Assists in leading the achievement of SLAs and monitoring SLA compliance relating to Project Services and General Accounting
Leads in maintaining, amending and communication of general ledger policies and procedures
Monitors performance against objectives to ensure that the Project Services and General Accounting teams’ KPIs are achieved
Approvals, Reviews and Requests & Controls
Reviews and approves journals (including manual journals to project codes)
Reviews the pricing of contracts and projects
Reviews payroll for the Service Areas
Approves credit notes
Approves purchase requests/orders
Approves general journals to Service Area cost centers
Reviews and approves payroll report
Requests accruals and provisions to be raised
Requests new or updates to cost/profit centers and chart of accounts
Reviews project spend monthly
Implements internal controls where applicable
Drives financial disciplines in project accounting
Reviews revenue monthly
Debtors
Reviews debtors monthly
Assists with escalated debt collection
Other
Involvement in Finance Projects driven from the SSC/COE
General support to the Senior Finance Manager
Key Performance Areas:
Strategic Impact
Supports
leadership in the delivery of services to clients in line with the defined strategic objectives:
Provides support to management in the implementation of change initiatives
Works with team to complete work by set deadlines advising manager of any issues prior to deadlines
Develops relationships with peer group at client to understand their business
Raises effective solutions to address issues in area of expertise that may enhance / renew service offerings to client
Client Impact: External / Internal
Independently delivers quality work within area of expertise, within deadlines
Operational Effectiveness
Proactively identifies technical problems that arise that may affect delivery and propose resolutions to address these
Independently delivers on designated tasks within area of expertise
Provides line manager with detailed reporting on status of deliverables on a regular basis
Manages risk in area of engagement in alignment with Deloitte policies and processes
Reviews own work prior to submission to ensure quality and provide guidance to junior team members on quality standards
Development/Growth of Team
Shares expertise and knowledge with team members
Actively works to address development areas identified
Coaches / mentors junior team members of the team
May act as counsellor to junior staff within Finance
Budgets / Profitability
Effective use of time, equipment and resources
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
CA (SA)
Desired Qualifications
CA (SA) at one of the big four
Minimum Experience
8 years in finance
Desired Experience
3 of those in a management role
Additional Information
Key Competencies required / Talent Standards Capabilities:
Living our Purpose: Identifies and embraces our purpose and values and puts these into practice in their professional life
Influence: Builds relationships and communicates effectively in order to positively influence peers and other stakeholders
Performance drive: Seeks opportunities to challenge self; teams with others across businesses and borders to deliver and takes accountability for own and team results
Strategic direction: Understands objectives for clients and Deloitte, aligns own work to objectives and sets personal priorities
Talent development: Develops self by actively seeking opportunities for growth, shares knowledge and experiences with others, and acts as a strong brand ambassador
Professional Capabilities:
Knows the business and industry: Knows how member firm business works and keeps up-to-date on industry activities, marketplace trends and leading practices
Manages to results: Takes responsibility for assigned areas and contributes to the successful realization of common goals
Manages and executes projects: Prepares and manages work plans to ensure efficient and timely completion of work
Solves problems: Identifies and solves problems objectively using analysis, experience and judgment
Manages quality and risk: Understands and applies quality assurance and risk management procedures in all areas of work performed
Manages change and ambiguity: Is adaptive and flexible in the face of change and ambiguity
Technical
Skilled in field with sound industry and business knowledge
Demonstrated leadership skills
Experienced in communication and implementation of strategy
Proven ability to manage and execute projects
Experienced in development and delivery of professional presentations
Good report writing skills
Good financial knowledge
Behavioural
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Effective interpersonal and relationship building skills
Good mentorship and coaching ability with desire to develop self and others
Strong client delivery focus
Adaptable, managing change and ambiguity with ease
Focus on quality and risk
Effective problem solving ability
Excellent business acumen
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Deloitte Africa Finance Manager BP ( Consulting) - Finance - Internal Client Services Jobs in Midrand South Africa
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