OUR JOURNEY

Our Legacy
At Value Connect Advisory (VCA), our story begins not with a business plan, but with a legacy. Our heritage is defined by the journeys we’ve undertaken, the values we’ve inherited, and the culture we continue to preserve and honour. This legacy lives and breathes in our work, evolving with the world while holding steadfast to our
roots.

Our Vision and Commitment
After 26 years of a rich and rewarding career at two of the Big 4 firms, founder Abubakr Essack embraced a lifelong calling: to build a global, multi-disciplinary, crossfunctional advisory organisation. Driven by technological innovation, evolving client expectations, and a dynamic workforce, Abubakr set out to help clients navigate complex challenges with clarity and confidence.

Our Purpose – Creating Value Together
At VCA, success means more than profit - it’s about purpose and impact. We believe that solving difficult problems is not a solitary endeavour but a collaborative act of transformation. Our expertise converges with purpose-driven leadership, creating strategic connections that lead to lasting value, together.

Creating Value Together through Strategic Connections
At the heart of VCA lies a commitment to purpose and possibility. We are defined by our shared values and united by a belief in creating meaningful impact.

Driven by Purpose – We exist to challenge the status quo with agility, forging innovative solutions that uplift, empower, and transform.

Connecting for Value – We foster deep, purposeful relationships - without partners, alliances, and people - because collaboration fuels opportunity.

Collaborating for Growth – By working together, we amplify outcomes and unlock new dimensions of value.

Platform for shared prosperity – Our ecosystem is a catalyst for progress - a space where knowledge, experience, and vision converge to solve complex challenges. All of this is underpinned by trust, belief, and a steadfast abundance mindset - the foundation of how we think, operate, and grow.

WHO WE ARE

Value Connect Advisory (VCA) is a boutique firm specialising in Finance, Accounting, Technology, Transformation, Leadership and Talent Solutions, and Value Creation services.

We have built our reputation on a collaborative approach that emphasises working hand-in-hand with our clients to truly understand and solve their unique challenges.

Our services are highly regarded because of our outstanding team - each member bringing comprehensive subject matter expertise and deep industry insights. We take pride in offering customised strategies, ensuring that every project is precisely aligned with each client's needs.

Leveraging extensive local and international experience, we create bespoke solutions that drive success. At VCA, we are not merely consultants; we are dedicated partners steadfastly committed to your success at every stage of your journey by creating value together through strategic connections.

OUR STRATEGIC APPROACH

  • Your Partner for Transformation

    At VCA, our dynamic team of forward thinking professionals work relentlessly to ensure that every strategy we develop is not only meaningful but also actionable. With an abundance mindset and a collaborative spirit at our core, we function as more than just consultants - we are your steadfast, dedicated partners in navigating today’s complexities and seizing tomorrow’s opportunities.

  • Implementation & Partnership

    As dedicated partners, we support you every step of the way - from deploying innovative solutions to monitoring outcomes and refining strategies as needed. Our commitment goes beyond consulting; we are invested in your ongoing success.

  • Discovery & Insight

    We begin by thoroughly understanding your values, culture, your business, its goals, and the market landscape. This process is rooted in close collaboration with you, ensuring that every solution is aligned with your strategic vision.

  • Customised Solution Design

    Leveraging our subject matter expertise, we craft tailored strategies that bridge the gap between challenges and opportunities. Our focus is not only on solving immediate issues but also on building resilience for long-term growth.

Tailored Solutions for Your Growth

At Value Connect Advisory (VCA), we provide tailored Finance, Accounting, Technology, Transformation, Leadership and Talent Solutions and Value Creation services that are relevant and impactful. Our services are designed to add value by empowering businesses and their leaders with innovative strategies and actionable insights. Through deep expertise and extensive local and international experience, we deliver bespoke solutions that address each client’s unique
complex challenges.

SERVICES OVER VIEW

We offer tailored solutions in Finance, Accounting, Technology, Transformation, Leadership, Talent and Value Creation services, all aimed at fostering your growth. Each of these services embodies our commitment to working closely with you, ensuring that our approaches not only support your immediate growth but also pave the way for long-term success.

  • Leadership & Talent Solutions
    • Flexible Resource
    • Management
    • Resource augmentation
    • Permanent Placement
    • Executive Search

    Focused on Finance, M&A, IT,
    Tax, Internal Controls and Risk.

    • Offshoring (Audit, Advisory)
    • Leadership and development, including training, transition labs (CxO, teams, etc).
    • Co-create leadership discovery immersions
    • Blended Learning Solutions
  • Finance & Accounting
    • Technical Accounting Advisory
    • M&A Accounting, Reporting and Operations
    • Financial Reporting (Statutory, Interim, Management, etc)
    • Operational Accounting
    • Process Optimisation
    • Finance Project Management (Audit Readiness, Finance Health Check, Fixed Assets)
    • Internal Controls, Risk Management and Forensic Services
    • Outsourcing (End-to-End Accounting, Payroll, Annual financial statements).
  • Technology & Transformation
    • Finance Transformation
    • Project Management
    • Digital Tools and Automation
      • AFS prep
      • FP&A
      • Consolidations
      • Automated close
      • Internal Controls
      • Reporting
    • Enterprise Business Solutions
      • Broadband
      • Cloud & Hosting
      • Mobile & Voice
      • Track & Monitor
  • Value Creation Services
    • Innovation, Growth and Ventures
    • End-to-end M&A
    • Transaction readiness accounting support (M&A, IPO and separation)
    • Post-Merger finance integration/separation, planning and execution
    • M&A Transaction Services Support, Valuation and Modelling
    • B-BBEE Advisory
    • Board and Governance

OUR SIGNATURE  SOLUTIONS

We work with a select range of alliance partners, both big and small, local and global. We aim to bridge the gap between our core experience by providing access to tailored insights and practical solutions that drive value for businesses. Our approach is grounded in partnership, practicality collaboration.

OUR TEAM

We believe that our greatest asset is our talented and dedicated team of professionals, get to know the individuals who drive value

ABUBAKR ESSACK CA ( SA )

Chief Value Connector

HAVISHA RAMPERSAD

Talent Alchemist

SHEHZAD OMAR

Value Connector Transaction Advisory

VARISH NAIDOO

Value Connector Technology & Transformation

LWAZI NOPECECA (SA) , RA

Value Connector Leadership Development & Talent Solutions

DON UNGERER

Value Connector Forensic Services

MUHAMMAD RASOOL

Value Connector Digital, Risk & Analytics Advisory

SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

 

 

WEFEED SA NPC is a non-profit organisation dedicated to fighting hunger and uplifting communities across South Africa through education and empowerment. Our founder, Abubakr Essack, serves as an advisory member to the Board of Directors, and his involvement reflects a personal commitment to social development and creating meaningful change in society.

 

 

For more information on weFEEDsa visit www.wefeedsa.org

ABUBAKR ESSACK

For the past 26 years, we have established our legacy on trust and impactful collaborations. As we look ahead, we are eager to reach new milestones alongside you - transforming intricate challenges into valuable opportunities.

We regard every interaction as a promise - to listen, comprehend, and empower your business journey. We are
thrilled about the prospect of growing together, leveraging both our strong foundations and our innovative outlook.

Thank you for taking the time to discover Value Connect Advisory. We warmly invite you to embark on this journey of collaboration, innovation, and mutual success - where your challenges inspire our actions, and your achievements motivate us.

Lets Chat

We would love to hear from you and see how we can help.

  • Call Us On

    + 27 82 332 4922
    + 27 31 140 3187

  • Come Find Us At

    2 NCONDO PLACE RIDGESIDE
    UMHLANGA RIDGE
    DURBAN
    SOUTH AFRICA
    4320

  • Email Us At

    ABUBAKR@VALUECONNECTADVISORY.COM
    INFO@VALUECONNECTADVISORY.COM