Principal Consultant

Malander is seeking an experienced Chartered Accountant to serve as a Principal Consultant for Finance and Tax. This pivotal role will be responsible for overseeing the financial and tax aspects of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and business development transactions within the organisation. The Principal Consultant will ensure that all M&A and BD activities are strategically executed, in compliance with regulations, and aligned with business objectives. Key Responsibilities Diversification and Strategic Growth Drive diversification of the telco-to-tech ecosystem; Develop strategies to enhance industry ecosystems across multi-geographic and cultural contexts; Lead the implementation of M&A transactions to support shareholder value creation and effective stakeholder management; Promote business intelligence and standardisation to maximise operational efficiency and business impact; Address new data privacy and security imperatives, strengthening digital trust partnerships. Strategy and Implementation Lead financial and tax-focused strategies for M&A and BD initiatives, aligning with connectivity and platform business goals; Implement and manage finance and tax protocols to support the M&A lifecycle, ensuring compliance with strategic frameworks and processes; Optimise financing strategies for M&A transactions to ensure financial stability and growth; Provide leadership to M&A/BD delivery teams, ensuring strategic alignment and effective execution. Operational Delivery Oversee due diligence processes to assess financial health, tax obligations, and risks associated with target companies and initiatives; Collaborate with valuation experts to determine the value of target companies, factoring in financial, tax, and market considerations; Design tax-efficient transaction structures while minimising risks and maximizing synergies; Develop financial models and business cases to forecast the performance of the combined entities, and assess potential ROI. Budgeting and Reporting Oversee operational budgets and ensure alignment with business objectives; Facilitate forecasting and drive initiatives that maximise investments, applying defined value-tracking metrics; Provide regular reports on business development activities, market insights, and financial performance to senior management, offering data-driven recommendations. Leadership and Team Management Foster a collaborative team culture with open communication and effective teamwork; Implement change management and knowledge transfer initiatives to encourage continuous improvement and team growth; Lead and mentor teams, ensuring high performance and alignment with strategic goals. Qualification and Experience CA(SA); MBA is advantageous; Understanding of tax structuring for inter and intra-border initiatives; 5 years senior management experience with at least 3 years in area of expertise and/or the relevant sector; Experience working in a global/multinational enterprise with a good understanding of emerging markets is advantageous; Worked across diverse cultures and geographies; Experience working in a medium to large organisation; Proven track record of successful originating and execution of M&A and BD activities; Strong understanding of market dynamics, industry trends, and customer behaviour; Effective communication and presentation skills to articulate complex concepts to diverse audiences; Demonstrated ability to lead and work collaboratively in cross-functional teams. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Contract Job function Finance Industries Telecommunications and Financial Services Location Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa #J-18808-Ljbffr