Deloitte Actuarial and Analytics Solutions (A&AS) - Manager - Analytics / CA (SA) Jobs in South Africa

Deloitte Actuarial and Analytics Solutions (A&AS) - Manager - Analytics / CA (SA) Jobs in South Africa


Job Description

About the Job:

  • Job responsibilities will vary by project.

    Examples of responsibilities include:

    • Developing end-to-end analytical solutions for clients from various industries

    • The collection of data from clients in various formats (i.e. data mining)

    • Delivering predictive modelling solutions using Generalised Linear modelling, Time Series Forecasting methods, Price Optimisation and Customer Analytics

    • Performance of quality checks at every step of the modelling procedure to ensure robustness of the solution to be delivered

    • Post-modelling documentation and assistance in the implementation of the model on the client’s systems

    • The manipulation and analysis of data to provide the client with business information that assists them in fulfilment of their strategic objectives

    • The identification of meaningful patterns, trends, and relationships in data and explanation of these findings to people with varying backgrounds

    • The development of interactive user forms and reporting dashboards

    • The determination of recommendations for improving data integrity issues

    • The development of business rules to support risk-based analysis and/or risk-based modelling

    • Contribution to a strong client relationship through interactions with client personnel

    • Understanding the engagement as it relates to client's business

    • Contribution to engagement planning and ensuring that deliverables meet work plan objectives and quality standards

    • Recognition and communication of opportunities to sell "add-on" work

    • Local and international travel (potential)

    Qualifications

    Qualifications and Experience Required:

    • CA (SA) essential

    • Postgraduate degree in a related analytics field would be an added advantage

    • Advanced skills in Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint.

    • Programming experience would be an added advantage (SAS, VBA, SQL, C# or similar)

    Preferred Skills:

    • Analytical mind and excellent problem-solving skills

    • Good data mining and documentation skills

    • Good command over statistical methods and econometrics

    • Awareness of the necessity of quality checks and controls

    • Ability to delve into detail while maintaining a broader business perspective on issues

    • Strong written and oral communication skills, specifically the ability to effectively communicate with clients and Deloitte
    teams across the globe

    • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that requires balancing competing priorities

    • The initiative to recommend new, innovative and effective approaches to existing business frameworks and/or solutions

    • Data analysis and mining experience using SAS and/or SQL would be an added advantage

    Additional Information

    Leadership Capabilities:

    • Living our Purpose - Acts as a role model, embracing and living our purpose and values, and recognizing others for the impact they make

    • Talent development - Develops high-performing people and teams through challenging and meaningful opportunities

    • Performance drive - Delivers exceptional client service; maximizes results and drives high performance from people while fostering collaboration across businesses and borders

    • Influence - Influences clients, teams, and individuals positively, leading by example and establishing confident relationships with increasingly senior people

    • Strategic direction - Understands key objectives for clients and Deloitte, aligns people to objectives and sets priorities and direction

    Technical Competencies:

    • Understanding of the audit and advisory businesses, and their interaction with wider firm locally and globally, strategy and challenges

    • Notable experience on providing Strategic Insights to Partners

    • Project management experience

    • Excellent industry and business knowledge

    • Demonstrated leadership skills

    • Ability to interpret, communicate and implement strategy

    • Demonstrated execution of complex projects within timeframes and cost

    • Experienced in development and delivery of professional presentations

    • Excellent report writing skills

    • Solid financial knowledge

    Behavioural Competencies:

    • Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal with all levels of staff & leadership

    • Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills

    • Excellent mentorship and coaching ability with desire to develop self and others

    • Strong client delivery focus

    • Highly adaptable, managing change and ambiguity with ease

    • Focus on quality and risk

    • Excellent problem-solving ability

    • Exceptional business acumen

    • Please note that this job advertisement provides a summary of the capabilities required and all candidates shortlisted will receive a full list of capabilities

    How to Apply

    For more information and job application details, see; Deloitte Actuarial and Analytics Solutions (A&AS) - Manager - Analytics / CA (SA) Jobs in South Africa

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