Financial visibility is weak
Management cannot clearly see the financial consequences of decisions.
Services
Financial & CFO advisory services, organised in four layers
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
Strategic financial leadership for complex business decisions
We support SMEs, large businesses and public sector entities across South Africa with integrated accounting, finance, tax and strategic advisory.
BMC supports far more than routine compliance. We help organisations strengthen financial foundations, improve performance visibility, align strategy with financial reality and navigate transactions that materially affect value.
Leadership credibility is supported by independent recognition as a #BestofBiz top contributor on Bizcommunity.
Four advisory layers
One framework. Four levels of support.
Each layer addresses a different stage of organisational need. Clients often move across layers as complexity, scale and strategic priorities evolve.
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Financial Foundations
Reliable records, reporting and compliance that support confidence in the numbers.
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Management & Performance Support
Visibility, controls, cash discipline and decision-useful management insight.
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Strategic Finance & CFO Advisory
Executive-level financial leadership for growth, governance and capital planning.
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Transaction Support & Deal Advisory
Valuations, due diligence and deal support for high-stakes decisions.
04Transaction Support & Deal Advisory
03Strategic Finance & CFO Advisory
02Management & Performance Support
01Financial Foundations
All 23 services
Choose the layer that matches your needs
Start with the layer that best matches your current priorities. Then explore the linked service pages for more specific support options.
Layer 1: Financial Foundations
Reliable accounting, statutory reporting and compliance infrastructure.
- Annual Financial Statements PreparationAccurate, compliant annual financial statements that support stakeholder confidence and decision-making.
- Monthly Accounting, Bookkeeping & PayrollTimely monthly reporting and processing support to keep leadership informed, compliant and in control.
- Taxation Planning and AdviceOptimise tax efficiency while ensuring full compliance and reducing non-compliance risk.
- Public Sector Financial StatementsSpecialist public sector reporting support to strengthen compliance, transparency and audit outcomes.
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 ProcessesStrengthen governance by improving processes, controls and reporting discipline across finance and operations.
- Enterprise Risk ManagementBuild a practical ERM approach that protects performance and helps leadership act proactively.
- Agreed-Upon Procedures EngagementsTargeted engagements where specific procedures are agreed with stakeholders to produce focused findings.
- Integrated Reporting ServicesCraft concise integrated reports that connect strategy, governance, performance and outlook in a stakeholder-friendly way.
- Business Turnarounds, Restructuring, WorkoutsRevitalise struggling businesses by stabilising cash flow, improving operations and realigning strategy for sustainable success.
- Profit & Cash Flow ForecastsAccurate forecasting to help you anticipate cash needs, manage liquidity and plan sustainable growth.
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 OutsourcingAccess experienced CFO and finance leadership without the cost of a full-time executive hire.
- Financial Management and RestructuringOptimise financial performance through disciplined planning, budgeting and restructuring of financial operations and obligations.
- Financial ModellingStructured models that clarify financial implications of decisions and improve investment outcomes.
- Business Plans, Finance Raising & Strategic AdvisoryFrom compelling business plans to finance raising and strategic direction, we help you build credible cases and execute sustainably.
- Project Management, Secretarial, Coaching & MentoringIntegrated support that ensures initiatives are delivered well, statutory duties are compliant, and leaders are equipped to execute.
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.
- ValuationsIndependent, defensible valuations to support confident acquisitions, disposals, reporting and planning decisions.
- Financial Due DiligenceIndependent financial diligence to understand true performance, sustainability and key financial risks.
- Commercial Due DiligenceUnderstand market position, customer strength and growth potential to validate strategic value.
- Operating/Technical Due DiligenceEvaluate operational strengths, weaknesses and scalability to support integration and value creation.
- Deal Structuring for M&AStructure transactions to align with objectives, optimise outcomes and reduce avoidable risks.
- Raising Finance for M&ASecure suitable financing for M&A with disciplined preparation, lender engagement and negotiation support.
- Leverage Buyouts (LBOs)Navigate complex LBO structures with disciplined modelling, risk management and financing strategy.
- Post-Acquisition ImplementationEnsure the acquisition delivers intended outcomes through disciplined integration planning and execution support.
Ideal triggers
- Considering an acquisition or disposal
- Need a defensible valuation
- Lenders or investors require diligence
Common situations we help solve
Where organisations usually start
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.
Our advisory approach
From context to implementation
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Understand context
Business model, constraints, risks and priorities.
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Analyse realities
Financial quality, performance drivers, cash implications and risk exposure.
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Develop solutions
Practical, tailored recommendations aligned to objectives.
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Support implementation
From recommendations through execution and monitoring.
Credibility & trust signals
Selected results and representative engagements
25%
Improvement in fund utilisation efficiency.
Public funds management engagement
30%
Profitability increased within six months.
Manufacturing turnaround
50%
Improvement in cash flow position.
Cash flow recovery support
70%
Reduction in inventory losses.
Retail inventory controls
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.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
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.
Start here
Not sure where to start?
A discovery conversation helps clarify the right starting point and the level of support most appropriate for your organisation.