Internship - Executive Assistant to the CFO

We are excited to offer a dynamic internship opportunity within the Office of the CFO to a motivated individual eager to gain hands-on experience in a professional finance setting. The internship is ideal for someone who is passionate about numbers, enthusiastic about learning the ins and outs of financial processes and looking to contribute meaningfully to a fast-paced team.

Key duties and responsibilities

Strategic executive support

• Proactively manage the CFO's dynamic calendar, strategically prioritising commitments to align with financial cycles (month-end, audits, fiscal year-end).
• Prepare executive briefings, board materials, and investor presentations with meticulous attention to financial accuracy.
• Anticipate needs and provide decision-ready information to support the CFO's leadership.
• Support CFO-led initiatives, such as financial system implementations, M&A due diligence, or cost optimization projects.
• Monitor strategic deliverables, providing status updates and ensuring deadlines are met.

Financial coordination and reporting

• Assist in financial processes, including compiling board reports, budgets, and forecasts for CFO review.
• Track critical financial timelines (regulatory filings, audit deadlines, investor communications).
• Develop executive dashboards to track financial KPIs and performance metrics
• Liaise with finance teams to consolidate data and ensure seamless reporting workflows.

Communication and stakeholder management

• Serve as the primary gatekeeper for the CFO’s communications with executives, investors, and external partners.
• Screen and prioritise emails, calls, and requests, ensuring timely responses and escalation when needed.
• Draft high-impact communications (emails, memos, speeches) on behalf of the CFO.
• Maintain confidential document systems and ensure compliance with data governance policies.

Meeting and governance facilitation

• Organise and coordinate executive meetings, including board sessions, audit committees, and investor briefings.
• Plan and organise financial meetings, offsite events, and conferences.
• Document key decisions, action items, and follow-ups with accountability tracking.
• Ensure compliance with corporate governance protocols for financial documentation.
• Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements for the CFO
• Oversee budget management, expense reconciliation, and procurement for the CFO’s office.
• Act as the culture carrier for the executive office, liaising with HR on leadership communications.
• Manage confidentiality protocols for sensitive corporate matters (e.g., financials, legal, talent).

Minimum qualifications, experience and skills required:

• Diploma/Degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field
• Written and verbal communication skills (English essential, other SA languages beneficial).
• Organisational and time-management abilities.
• High-level discretion and confidentiality management.
• Professional minute-taking and report-writing skills.
• Project coordination and multitasking capabilities.
• Knowledge of corporate governance principles.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and represent the CFO’s office.
• Anticipate needs, identify risks, and propose solutions.
• Analyse reports, create decks, and synthesize complex information.
• Full-time office hours with flexibility as required based on the CFO’s schedule.
• Occasional overtime may be required for urgent tasks or meetings

Company Description

The Rooms Network is more than just a collection of TV channels on DStv — it's a home for every story and every viewer. We're a proudly South African entertainment network, delivering diverse, family-friendly programming that inspires, educates, and entertains. we create, curate, and broadcast compelling entertainment across a dynamic portfolio of TV channels.

Posted on 15 Apr 17:02, Closing date 14 Jun