Discovery has advertised Finance Administrator internships within Discovery Central Services and Vitality RSA in Sandton, Gauteng. These placements target TVET applicants with completed N6 studies in Finance or Financial Management.
The opportunities provide practical workplace experience in financial administration. The Vitality placement specifically requires applicants who need 18 months of experiential learning to obtain their National Diploma.
Quick Key Details
| Detail | Information |
| Employer | Discovery |
| Business units | Discovery Central Services and Vitality RSA |
| Position title | Internship: Finance Administrator |
| Location | 1 Discovery Place, Sandton, Gauteng |
| Qualification | Relevant completed N6 certificate |
| Appointment | Fixed-term workplace learning |
Available Positions and Requirements
1. Discovery Central Services: Finance TVET Internship
Applicants need:
- Matric / Grade 12.
- Completed N6 in Finance from a TVET college.
- High proficiency in Microsoft Office.
2. Vitality RSA: Financial Management WIL
Applicants need:
- Matric / Grade 12.
- Completed N6 Financial Management from a recognised TVET college.
- A requirement for 18 months of WIL to obtain a National Diploma.
- Microsoft Office proficiency, particularly Excel.
- Basic knowledge of financial principles, bookkeeping and accounting.
Exposure to accounting systems and previous administrative or finance-related practical experience are advantageous.
Required Knowledge and Skills
Across the two adverts, Discovery identifies:
- Accuracy and attention to detail.
- Collaboration and relationship-building.
- Initiative and service excellence.
- Confidentiality and integrity.
- Effective time management and systematic working.
- Ability to work under pressure.
Vitality additionally lists numerical, analytical, problem-solving and written and verbal communication skills.
Duties and Responsibilities
Both placements involve financial administration, data capturing, reconciliations, reporting, accounts payable and receivable support, audit assistance and record management.
Central Services additionally lists:
- Month-end processes.
- Budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
- Tax schedules.
- Calendar and meeting coordination.
- Meeting minutes and action tracking.
- Project administration.
Vitality additionally lists:
- Processing financial transactions.
- Invoice verification.
- Finance-related projects and general departmental support.
Required Documents
Preparation advice: Keep an updated CV, Matric certificate and N6 academic documents available. Follow the actual application form for required uploads. If your college has issued a workplace-placement letter, keep it ready without assuming it is compulsory.
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Useful Application Guide
Both vacancies share the same title. Identify your intended placement by business unit before applying.
In your CV, distinguish your completed N6 certificate from the National Diploma you are working towards. For Vitality, explain that you need the practical component, if this accurately describes your circumstances.
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- Open the appropriate vacancy under Where to Submit.
- Confirm the business unit and qualification requirements.
- Select Apply now if available.
- Follow the portal’s instructions and provide the requested information.
- Review your application before submitting.
Before You Submit
Check that your application identifies the correct business unit. Do not describe an N6 certificate as an already awarded National Diploma.
If the application route returns to the homepage, search for the vacancy by title and business unit. A displayed advert alone does not confirm that submissions are still being accepted.
Where to Submit
Discovery Central Services
Position: Internship: Finance Administrator
Listing identifier: 1457102433
Open the Central Services vacancy and application entry point
Vitality RSA
Position: Internship: Finance Administrator
Listing identifier: 1456294533
Open the Vitality RSA vacancy and application entry point
Employment Equity
Discovery will consider its approved Employment Equity Plan and targets. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this suitable for N6 applicants?
Yes. Each advert specifies the relevant N6 field.
Can I apply with Matric only?
No. Both require completed N6 studies.
Are both placements confirmed as 18 months?
Only Vitality explicitly identifies an 18-month WIL requirement.
Final Word
Match your qualification to the correct business unit and confirm that its application route is accepting submissions before applying.
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Disclaimer
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