One framework. Four levels of support.
Our services are organised into practical layers that align with where your organisation is today, the problems it faces, and the outcomes it needs next.
How we help
We support growing SMEs, mid-sized organisations, investors and selected public-sector institutions with strategic finance, CFO advisory, risk management and transaction support.
Leadership credibility is supported by independent recognition as a #BestofBiz top contributor on Bizcommunity.
Distinct engagement models for different decision needs
- Strategic CFO & performance partnership
Recurring senior financial leadership, forecasting, board-ready decision support, capital allocation and cash or margin improvement. - Specialist projects & transactions
Valuations, due diligence, financial models, funding readiness, turnaround and investor or portfolio improvement. - Public-sector institutional strengthening
Financial governance, risk, internal controls, performance information and audit-remediation implementation.
Diagnose → advise → implement → evidence
We establish the evidence and decisions required, design a practical intervention, support accountable implementation and assess outcomes against an agreed starting baseline.
Choose the layer that matches your needs
Layer 1: Financial Foundations
Reliable accounting, statutory reporting and compliance infrastructure.
- Annual financial statements
- Monthly accounting and payroll
- Tax planning and compliance
Ideal triggers
- Month-end is late or inconsistent
- Tax compliance pressure is increasing
- Stakeholders question the accuracy of the numbers
Layer 2: Management & Performance Support
Visibility, controls, cash discipline and risk management support.
- Internal controls and processes
- Enterprise risk management
- Management reporting and forecasting
Ideal triggers
- Profitability does not translate into cash
- Controls are inconsistent or overly manual
- Leadership lacks a performance dashboard
Layer 3: Strategic Finance & CFO Advisory
Executive financial leadership for growth, governance and capital planning.
- CFO outsourcing
- Financial modelling and forecasting
- Business plans and finance raising
Ideal triggers
- Growth is outpacing finance capability
- Boards or investors require stronger governance
- Strategy lacks financial alignment
Layer 4: Transaction Support & Deal Advisory
Valuations, due diligence and deal support for high-stakes decisions.
- Valuations
- Financial due diligence
- Deal structuring and finance raising
Ideal triggers
- Considering an acquisition or disposal
- Need a defensible valuation
- Lenders or investors require diligence
Financial visibility is weak
Management cannot clearly see the financial consequences of decisions.
Growth requires stronger finance leadership
The business is scaling, but finance capability is not keeping up.
Governance expectations are increasing
Boards, lenders or regulators require stronger reporting and controls.
Funding or transactions are approaching
The organisation needs diligence, modelling, valuation or structured support.
- Growing SMEs
Need stronger discipline, visibility and access to experienced financial leadership. - Mid-sized organisations
Need governance, performance insight and strategic finance capability. - Investors and private equity
Need decision-grade diligence, portfolio insight and value-creation support. - Selected public-sector institutions
Require a separate financial-governance and audit-readiness approach.
- 1. Understand context
Business model, constraints, risks and priorities. - 2. Analyse realities
Financial quality, performance drivers, cash implications and risk exposure. - 3. Develop solutions
Practical, tailored recommendations aligned to objectives. - 4. Support implementation
From recommendations through execution and monitoring.
Experience includes work with Land Bank, IDC, Financial and Fiscal Commission, Department of Energy, Deloitte, EY, IBM, Business Partners, Labat Africa Ltd and Legal Aid South Africa.
- Can we start at Layer 2 or 3?
Yes. Not every organisation starts with foundations. - Can layers be combined?
Yes. Many organisations operate across multiple layers. - How are fees determined?
Scope, complexity, risk and advisory level required.
Selected results and representative engagements
Fund utilisation improvement
State-owned entity support with stronger funds management and service delivery impact.
Profitability improvement in 6 months
Turnaround support for manufacturing under severe profitability and cash pressure.
Cash flow improvement
Delivered through prudent working capital, cash control and commercial discipline.
Reduction in inventory losses
Retail process enhancement through comprehensive inventory control systems.
R120 million expansion funding support for a manufacturing client.
R220 million acquisition funding recommendation for a sheep farming operation.
R120 million listed-company technology acquisition supported through diligence and value assessment.
Executive-level strategy and funding implementation support in the courier sector.
Not sure where to start?
A discovery conversation helps clarify the right starting point and the level of support most appropriate for your organisation.