Head of Financial Planning and Reporting

Virgin Active South Africa (Pty
Cape Town, Western Cape
Full-time
Posted 3 weeks ago
Full-time Finance & Accounting
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Job Description

Your Purpose...
  • Responsible for Budget and 5 year Forecast across the P&L; specifically responsible for the budgeting / forecasting of all Expenses and Ancillary Revenue
  • Responsible for determining and assisting with cost saving plans across all Expenses, including Employee costs, Marketing, Utilities, amongst others
  • Responsible for assisting Ancillary revenue departments with their revenue generating initiatives, financial modelling of new and existing initiatives and plans
  • Business partner for all departments, guiding them on their budgeted spend and revenue, collaborating on corrective measures in order to meet EBITDA targets
  • Prepare ad hoc analysis, modelling and expertise on initiatives that arise
  • Manage the business’ Capital Investment (Capex) and allocation decisions
  • Prepare and review business performance presentations for the Board, Group, Shareholders and Lenders
  • Monthly and Annual Actuals vs Budget reporting, variance analysis and commentary for the P&L
  • Monthly and quarterly Group financial reporting pack reviews and commentary
  • Approve and assess against Budget, all material Opex and Capex spend
  • Determine and develop relevant Reporting of P&L, Capex, and other areas for users across the business, including Head office departments, Clubs and Regions
  • Work closely with Data and IT teams to develop and devise abovementioned Reporting
  • Key finance input for implementation of new systems
  • Lead, manage and provide guidance and specific input to a team of Strategic Analysts, as well as a Data Reporting specialist, ensuring the team is operating efficiently and effectively
  • Provide coaching, development opportunities and feedback to the team to ensure professional development and growth

Our Minimum Requirements...
  • Chartered Accountant CA (SA)
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in managerial role in industry
  • Advanced MS-Excel abilities
  • Ability to work independently
  • Commitment to deadlines
  • Excellent communication
  • Leadership skills and resourcefulness

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You'll apply on Virgin Active South Africa (Pty's own site before 8 November 2026. Put your most relevant experience at the top of your CV first.

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Job details
Job TypeFull-time
LocationCape Town, Western Cape
CategoryFinance & Accounting
Posted9 October 2026
Closing Date8 November 2026
Virgin Active South Africa (Pty
Cape Town, Western Cape

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