Work-Force
The organisation is recruiting a Finance Manager for its Virginia operation. The role forms part of a wider finance jobs portfolio across Free State.
About This Position
Beyond that, the Finance Manager vacancy forms part of how the Virginia branch keeps performing. It pairs day-to-day delivery with longer-running priorities that keep the finance jobs side of the business moving forward.
In addition, the successful applicant is given the room to plan, deliver and review their work without unnecessary noise. The organisation has built its Virginia team on trust, and the Finance Manager role will feel that from week one.
Stakeholders for this position include line managers, peers across the finance jobs team and trusted external partners. Building those relationships early makes the next twelve months in Virginia much easier.
On top of that, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Virginia also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.
Growing With Us
This role can grow with you. Strong performers in the finance jobs team in Virginia have moved into senior, supervisory and specialist positions, and that journey is supported through coaching, training and exposure to bigger projects.
Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.
Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Virginia team member.
Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Virginia have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Free State.
Diversity and Inclusion
On top of that, the organisation is committed to transformation and equal opportunity. Hiring is on merit, and applications are actively encouraged from women, youth, people with disabilities and other historically disadvantaged groups in line with the Employment Equity plan and B-BBEE objectives.
B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Virginia.
Practical steps back the words. Structured EE reporting, transformation initiatives and learnership programmes give real opportunities to candidates from across Free State.
Your Workplace
Practically speaking, the environment is structured and deadline-driven, with peaks around month-end, year-end and audit cycles. The wider team is collaborative, but focused work is the norm.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Virginia site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
A respectful, professional environment is the standard in Free State. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.
Notably, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.
Meet the Team
Notably, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Virginia office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when Free State operations get busy.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
In addition, the team mix in Virginia reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.
Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.
Key Outputs
- Liaise with external auditors, banks and regulatory bodies
- Assist with budget preparation and quarterly re-forecasting cycles
- Prepare monthly management accounts and supporting schedules
- Review expense claims against company policy and approval limits
- Implement and monitor internal controls to mitigate financial risk
- Compile cash-flow forecasts and variance commentary for management
- Assist with VAT, PAYE and provisional tax submissions to SARS
- Monitor debtors’ age analysis and follow up on overdue accounts
What You’ll Need
- Ability to meet tight reporting deadlines under pressure
- Understanding of internal controls and segregation of duties
- 2-4 years’ experience in a similar finance role
- Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and lookups
- Experience supporting external audits is an advantage
If your CV speaks to the points above, this role is worth a closer look.