Tag: Alwyn Pretorius
Group reporting – can it keep pace with M&A?
After a measured few years, Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) activity has regained momentum in South Africa. The country, in fact, led the continent in deal value in 2025. It accounted for roughly 35% of Africa’s total M&A value. Meanwhile, inbound deal value rose by over 40%, and outbound activity increased by nearly 85% year on year.
Faster financial reporting – beating the competition?
In many organisations, the monthly reporting cycle still follows a familiar pattern. Finance teams close the books, extract data from multiple systems, reconcile discrepancies and consolidate figures across entities. They then check reports, make adjustments and eventually compile a board pack.
Cost of reporting delays – why accuracy and speed matter
With many South African companies preparing for the financial year-end, the spotlight is once again on financial reporting. This business function, while often taken for granted, holds enormous sway over strategic decisions, stakeholder trust and regulatory compliance.
