Senior Reporting Consultant

SUMMARY:
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced finance professional to join a fast-growing software and services provider that specialises in automating the reporting and planning processes of large, listed, and public organisations.

POSITION INFO:
As a Senior Reporting Consultant, you will implement and support a leading consolidation, reporting, and planning software solution used by some of South Africa’s most prominent entities. This is a hybrid role that combines technical financial skills, systems implementation, and client relationship management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and implementation of automated reporting and planning solutions
• Build customised applications using Excel-based templates and group reporting structures
• Import and map data from multiple financial systems into the software
• Design dashboards, analysis tools, and output reports tailored to client requirements
• Support and maintain client accounts post-implementation
• Deliver training, provide documentation, and present solutions to finance teams
• Actively identify and propose new opportunities for clients to enhance software usage
• Collaborate across teams to improve processes and drive client success

• Financial degree (e.g. BCom Finance) or completed CIMA
• Minimum 5 years' experience in:
  - Financial reporting, budgeting, or forecasting (with full ownership of the process), OR
  - Implementing and supporting financial reporting software solutions
• Deep understanding of financial statements, management reports, and consolidation principles
• Advanced Excel expertise (formulas, VLOOKUP, INDEX, charts, data validation, conditional formatting, etc.)
• Strong model-building skills using Excel, especially for financial reporting
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Confident, presentable, and able to engage with senior finance stakeholders
• Strong problem-solving ability and high energy levels
• A systems-oriented mindset and desire to grow into broader business or leadership roles