12 Consultancy Services jobs in South Africa

Job Description

Hello Future IFRS Advisory Services Manager

Welcome to FCC, the home of excellence.

As part of our Team, you will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious. Now's the time to imagine your potential in a team where experts come together and ignite effective change.

The purpose of this role is to support stakeholders in finance and the business by providing current, technical accounting knowledge in a specialist advisory capacity which includes consulting on various technical accounting queries extending from the transactional through to reporting, which affect the Hyperion Financial Reporting Packs and the annual financial statements of the Group.

• Build relationships that allow for the managing of expectations; the sharing of knowledge and diverse insights; and the creation of buy-in across the IFRS technical and finance community.
• Engage in cross-functional relationships to obtain and to provide IFRS technical support.
• Interpret, communicate, and advise on accounting standards and disclosures throughout the Group to ensure consistency of application and reporting standards.
• Support and perform functions in the preparation for adoption and implementation of new accounting standards and updated guidance, where applicable.
• Supporting the Co-Heads and Team Leads with the integration of technical accounting project outcomes (i.e., policies and frameworks) into business as usual, for reporting processes and systems (where applicable).
• Support in the preparation of reports to the Audit Committee.
• Participate in and prepare comment letters to the IASB on a timely basis.
• Creating, implementing, and maintaining IFRS technical accounting group policies by staying up to date with developments in both the local industry and IFRS through internal research and involvement on local topic teams and market interest.
• Maintain accounting issues log and ensure appropriate documented conclusions regarding key accounting judgement areas.
• Prepare and present accounting technical updates and industry developments to finance teams.
• Work with the Co-Head and Leads to integrate policies into the reporting processes and systems.
• Review interim and annual financial statements to ensure that disclosures are in accordance with accounting standards, JSE Listing and Companies Act requirements.
• Manage and coach behaviour within the team that build rewarding relationships, encourage innovations, and encourages and allow others to provide exceptional customer service.
• Build relationships that allow for the managing of expectations; the sharing of knowledge and diverse insights; and the creation of buy-in across the IFRS technical and finance community.
• Gather relevant information (contracts, communications with business) to advise on appropriate accounting treatment in relation to the accounting transaction or query by undertaking accounting research and the preparation of technical accounting memos.
• Identify interconnected problems, determine its impact and use to develop best fit alternatives, driving best practice solutions.
• Review, and where necessary, participant in the Group's preparation of financial statements including footnote preparation, support of disclosures, research for presentations etc.
• Review reporting schedules prepared by the group at interim and year end, relating to technical disclosure schedules, as well as new schedules in the first year of adoption of new accounting standards.

Are you interested to take the step? We look forward to engaging with you further. Apply now

Job Details

Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.

10/10/25

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group's Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.

Job Description
Hello Future IFRS Advisory Services Manager

Welcome to FCC, the home of excellence.

As part of our Team, you will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious. Now's the time to imagine your potential in a team where experts come together and ignite effective change.

The purpose of this role is to support stakeholders in finance and the business by providing current, technical accounting knowledge in a specialist advisory capacity which includes consulting on various technical accounting queries extending from the transactional through to reporting, which affect the Hyperion Financial Reporting Packs and the annual financial statements of the Group.

• Build relationships that allow for the managing of expectations; the sharing of knowledge and diverse insights; and the creation of buy-in across the IFRS technical and finance community.
• Engage in cross-functional relationships to obtain and to provide IFRS technical support.
• Interpret, communicate, and advise on accounting standards and disclosures throughout the Group to ensure consistency of application and reporting standards.
• Support and perform functions in the preparation for adoption and implementation of new accounting standards and updated guidance, where applicable.
• Supporting the Co-Heads and Team Leads with the integration of technical accounting project outcomes (i.e., policies and frameworks) into business as usual, for reporting processes and systems (where applicable).
• Support in the preparation of reports to the Audit Committee.
• Participate in and prepare comment letters to the IASB on a timely basis.
• Creating, implementing, and maintaining IFRS technical accounting group policies by staying up to date with developments in both the local industry and IFRS through internal research and involvement on local topic teams and market interest.
• Maintain accounting issues log and ensure appropriate documented conclusions regarding key accounting judgement areas.
• Prepare and present accounting technical updates and industry developments to finance teams.
• Work with the Co-Head and Leads to integrate policies into the reporting processes and systems.
• Review interim and annual financial statements to ensure that disclosures are in accordance with accounting standards, JSE Listing and Companies Act requirements.
• Manage and coach behaviour within the team that build rewarding relationships, encourage innovations, and encourages and allow others to provide exceptional customer service.
• Build relationships that allow for the managing of expectations; the sharing of knowledge and diverse insights; and the creation of buy-in across the IFRS technical and finance community.
• Gather relevant information (contracts, communications with business) to advise on appropriate accounting treatment in relation to the accounting transaction or query by undertaking accounting research and the preparation of technical accounting memos.
• Identify interconnected problems, determine its impact and use to develop best fit alternatives, driving best practice solutions.
• Review, and where necessary, participant in the Group's preparation of financial statements including footnote preparation, support of disclosures, research for presentations etc.
• Review reporting schedules prepared by the group at interim and year end, relating to technical disclosure schedules, as well as new schedules in the first year of adoption of new accounting standards.

Are you interested to take the step? We look forward to engaging with you further. Apply now

*Job Details
Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below. *
10/10/25

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group's Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.

EY
At EY, we're all in to shape your future with confidence.

We'll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.

Join EY and help to build a better working world.

The opportunity
Join our Financial Accounting Advisory Services business within Assurance and you will provide technical consultation to our clients within MENA to specifically focus on the highly technical IFRS accounting challenges that our clients face. You will primarily focus on pre-transaction accounting advice, while contractual and commercial terms are being finalized.

Your Key Responsibilities
Working with our most prestigious clients on their complex, high profile projects, you will lead a team of highly skilled IFRS technical accounting advisory specialists to assist our clients in structuring their upcoming transactions. You will have access to subject matter experts working at EY globally and form working relationships with our most accomplished accounting structuring professionals, to ensure that we always provide consistent and high-quality advice to our clients.

You and your team will be a focal point for our clients, providing cutting-edge and critical IFRS accounting advice on pre-transaction structuring. You will proactively contribute to and work alongside all professional advisors and our clients' in-house transaction experts, seeking to shape the most appropriate transaction structure.

The team you lead will look to you for coaching and development in their own journey of providing IFRS technical accounting advice and developing world-class client handling skills; you will be responsible for training the next generation of such talent.

Skills And Attributes For Success
Proactive, accountable and results-driven people will flourish in this environment. Dealing with competing priorities, understanding how to manage resources and communicating effectively are key skills. This will have a huge impact on those around you and enable you and your team to deliver high quality accounting advice to our clients.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• At least 8 years of IFRS accounting advisory experience (including at least three years as Senior Manager) at a big 4 public accounting firm
• A current or previous technical IFRS desk role, for at least one year, or a similar demonstration of the strongest IFRS technical knowledge amongst your peers
• CA/CPA/ACCA certification
• A strong desire to broaden and deepen your technical skills
• Strong verbal communication, presentation and writing skills
• Ability and comfort in researching accounting and analysing emerging issues relating to accounting standards and industry practices
• Excellent managerial and organizational skills
• A dedication to teamwork and leadership
• Integrity within a professional environment

What We Look For
We are interested in people who have the confidence to work with lawyers, commercial teams and transaction execution specialists to shape a pre-transaction framework, within IFRS accounting boundaries. You will be business savvy with a passion for innovation as well as the motivation to create your own EY journey.

What We Offer You
At EY, we'll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We'll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

To help create an equitable and inclusive experience during the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible about any disability-related adjustments or accommodations you may need.

EY
| Building a better working world

EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets.

Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.

EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.

At BDO, we believe in investing in our people to help them grow, both professionally and personally. The foundation of our business is strong relationship, with colleagues, clients and other stakeholders and we work hard every day to make this a reality. Our commitment is to create unlimited growth by giving our people continuous opportunities.

BDO’s global organisation extends across 167 countries and territories, with 88,120 people working out of 1,617 offices – and we’re all working towards one goal: to provide our clients with exceptional service. Our firms across the organisation cooperate closely and comply with consistent operating principles and quality standards.

BDO South Africa has vacancies for Managers to join our Financial Services Advisory Division in our Johannesburg Offices.

The Manager manages work assignments to completion within the allocated time frame and to an appropriate standard (quality). In addition to managing client engagements, the Manager should be able to effectively mentor and coach team members, while having a strong focus on business development and internal initiatives.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of, and manages work assignments to completion within the allocated time frame and to an appropriate standard (quality), through:
  

  -    proper planning before the assignment,

  
  

  -    appropriate coaching during the assignment,

  
  

  -    attention to quality of the deliverable and the supporting documentation, adequately completing provisions,

  
  

  -    managing the WIP appropriately and within budget, where applicable, billing the engagement, and

  
  

  -    closing the engagement.

  
  


• Is an effective project manager


• Track any delays and overruns and raises these at the relevant partner catch-ups and client meetings. Get immediate and timely agreement from the client to overruns.


• Reviews written documents to ensure that they are organised, well-written, referenced and easy to follow.


• Establish effective working relationships directly with key clients and broader BDO stakeholders.


• Bring industry insights and recommendations to the client during client discussions. Ensures value-added delivery to the client driving sustainability of client relationship and work allocation


• Coordinate and lead meetings with the key client stakeholders and internal senior stakeholders in the absence of the partner.


• Assess and manage project risks, processes, and controls.


• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the client’s processes and methodologies, including the reviews of process flows.


• Develops a more strategic view of the business and participates in strategic initiatives through the coaching of the partners.


• Able to lead initiatives from commencement to conclusion with minimal coaching and mentoring. Understands when to request input or assistance.


• Takes on operational role/s within the business, in addition to allocated client assignments


• Participate in proposal development as and when required    


• Participate in training efforts 

Qualifications:

• Bcom Internal Audit   


• Bcom Information Systems/Informatics   


• Bsc Computer Science   


• CISA, CA(SA) or CRISC

Experience and Knowledge:

• 5 to 6 years of IT Audit Experience


• Knowledge of General IT Controls, Application Controls, Data Analytics, ISAE 3402 reviews, Business process analysis

Technical Competencies:

• General IT Controls, Application Controls, Data Analytics, ISAE 3402 reviews, Business process analysis

Behavioral Competencies:

• Effective Communication Skills, both written and verbal.


• Problem-solving techniques and effective conflict management skills.


• People management skills


• Ability to engage with top management and clients.


• Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships.


• Mentoring and coaching skills

BDO Core Competencies:

• Relationships and Collaboration


• Exceptional Client Service


• Business Growth


• Engaging people


• Leadership


• Quality, Risk management and Operational performance

The appointment will be made in terms of the firm’s Employment Equity Policy.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

The opportunity

Support the Africa Consulting Leader and the leadership team in the implementation of the Global and Africa Consulting strategy, providing multi-level assistance in the execution of all aspects of our "All in" Strategy.

The Strategic Projects Manager will gain exposure to all levels of the business, acting as a shadow to the Africa Consulting Leader in many cases, and dealing with senior leaders in order to execute multiple projects. He/she will be privy to strategic elements of the African Consulting business and will experience leadership decision making processes first hand. The role provides a talented person with exceptional opportunities for mentorship and coaching in leadership and networking skill, allowing them a diverse range of experiences.

The role presents an outstanding opportunity for personal development, offering the chance to gain frequent exposure to strategic discussion making and projects, running of the Consulting business, and insight by senior leaders of the business.

Your key responsibilities

• Responsible for all Consulting engagement on behalf of the Africa Consulting leader, including: communications, meetings, dinners, etc. This includes preparation of all materials, events and engagement activities.
• Responsible for working closely with the Internal Communications function to ensure all messaging aligns with strategic and leadership objectives and monitor quality of messages from the Africa Consulting leader to the Consulting business.
• Draft all confidential communications on behalf of the Africa Consulting Leader.
• Ensure all outputs from projects managed are of an excellent quality and consider change management implications of projects implemented.
• Develop a strong network across all levels of staff within the Consulting business.
• Work closely with the Africa Consulting Leader and leadership team to develop and implement the Global, Africa Consulting strategy.
• Identify and implement initiatives and projects relating to all parts of the Consulting strategy in a way that supports our key strategic objective of Shaping the future with Confidence.
• Project manage and offer operational and strategic support to the Africa Consulting Leader and leadership team on all Africa Consulting key priorities and initiatives on a project-by-project basis.
• Ensure management information is accessible and ensure its timely availability for reports/presentations.
• Arrange and coordinate Consulting leadership meetings and strategy sessions, including setting agendas, production of inputs, producing minutes and follow up actions from all meetings.
• Assist with the coordination of all meetings taking place in Africa by visiting Global / Super region Consulting delegates.
• Will work daily with and be counselled by the Africa Consulting Leader. Will also be of support to the Africa Consulting COO and Africa Consulting Clients and Industries Leader as required.

General

• Become involved in adhoc additional projects as required by the Africa Consulting Leader.
• Write presentations and reports for the Africa Consulting leader and leadership when required.

Problem solving / decision making

• Demonstrates ability to resolve both routine and non-routine challenges. Works both independently and within the Consulting leadership teams to get results. Work is reviewed on established goals based on individual scorecards.

Skills and attributes for success

• The diversity of the role, complexity of the professional environment and strategic nature of the assignments involved, require that the person:

• Has excellent interpersonal skills, both for team and one-on-one work.

• Has extremely strong English-writing and PowerPoint skills.
• Has the ability to build relationships at senior levels and to engender credibility in a short time frame.
• Is highly organised with a practical and intellectual approach to problem solving.
• Be competent in understanding issues and have the confidence to deal with them without excessive intervention from leadership.
• Must be able to apply structured thinking and communication, data research and analysis, project management, report and presentation writing, facilitation skills.
• Accurate and timely packaging and presentation of information, issues and management information.
• Confidence to challenge others as well as be challenged by senior partners.
• Ability to exercise absolute confidentially and discretion.

To qualify for the role you must have

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Approximately 3-5 years of relevant experience, previous project management experience is an advantage

THE WORK: Ignite your passion for innovation In this role, you will be a subject matter expert, collaborating with various teams to contribute to key decisions and provide solutions to complex problems. You will engage with multiple teams and manage decisions that drive impactful business design. This opportunity invites you to be part of a dynamic environment where your expertise will shine. We look forward to your unique contributions

Develop and implement innovative business solutions that align with organizational goals.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective communication and project execution.

Analyze current business processes and identify areas for improvement to enhance efficiency.

Facilitate workshops and discussions to gather requirements and feedback from stakeholders.

Create and maintain documentation related to business design and process improvements.

HERE'S WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

Expert proficiency in Business Design.

A minimum of 5 years of experience in relevant related skills.

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field of studies.

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:

Expert proficiency in Business Process Analysis Tools.

Expert proficiency in Business Process Design.

Expert proficiency in Process Design Mapping and Analysis.

Expert proficiency in Service Design Thinking.

Position:
Management Consulting Intern

Location:
Sandton, South Africa

Start Date:
Immediate

Role Overview:

We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Management Consulting Intern to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will gain hands-on experience supporting various management consulting projects, particularly in bid and proposal management, project administration, and research.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Management Consulting Intern, you will:

• Bid & Proposal Management:
• Create, prepare, and submit bids/proposals for tenders.
• Ensure all submissions meet client requirements and deadlines.
• Project Administration and Coordination:
• Assist in the coordination and administration of consulting projects, ensuring smooth workflow and proper documentation.
• Report Writing & Documentation Management:
• Write, review, and edit project reports and consulting deliverables.
• Maintain and organize critical project documentation via OneDrive.
• Ensure that all certified documents are up-to-date and valid.
• Research & Analysis:
• Conduct research to support consulting projects and strategic initiatives.
• Assist with preparing presentations and client-facing documents.
• Team Collaboration & Support:
• Participate in internal and client meetings as required.
• Support senior consultants in preparing reports and documentation.
• Client engagement & Support:
• Attend client meetings and provide support for presentations and other engagements

Skills & Qualifications:

The ideal candidate should have the following qualifications and skills:

• Education:
• A post-graduate qualification or currently pursuing a post-graduate qualification in Commerce, Humanities or Industrial Engineering
• Key Skills:
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong research, report writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Personal Attributes:
• Self-driven with a strong desire for professional growth.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and work independently.
• Additional Requirements:
• Valid driver's license.
• Flexibility to work beyond normal office hours when required.
• Willingness to travel as needed.