James Scott In 60 Seconds

I am a qualified CA (SA) with over 30 years of commercial experience, including 20 years at an executive level. I enjoy making a difference in a business not only numbers-based but across different disciplines in the business including Tax, IT, HR, Legal and Insurance. I have the ability to identify issues in numbers, and have strong analytical, strategic planning, and corporate governance skills.

Specialist Skills

Budgeting & Forecasting

Identifying risks, opportunities and tracking performance.

Cash Flow Improvement

Helping owners sleep better and feel more in control.

Financial Operations

Building financial building blocks to increase cash, profit and valuation.

Management Information

Reporting to overseas shareholders.

Track Record Highlights

  • Successfully managed both buy (including integration of business into new owners systems) and sell side due diligences for two large International acquisitions.
  • Improved BBBEE scorecards across various businesses.
  • Ensured accounting tax and other compliance matters across multiple Sub-Saharan African jurisdictions.
  • Involved in various technology project migrations – all implemented within planned timeframes.
  • Successfully managed strict debt covenants of debt funding taken out during the 2008/2009 credit crunch.

Sector Experience

  • Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics
  • Retail & Consumer Products FMCG
  • Technology, Media & Telecoms

What's next?

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