Trainee Accountant (SAICA) - 2025 - #399132

Introduction

This firm of Chartered Accountants (SA) and Registered Auditors offer a variety of services with the aim of continuously looking for cost-effective, value-added solutions to our clients’ business needs. Service offerings in the in the following broad areas include, but are not limited to accounting, auditing and independent reviews, preparation of financial statements, tax planning, submission of tax returns for individuals and entities, planning and installation of accounting information systems, management and financial advisory services, secretarial services, management of deceased estates, registrations of companies and trusts, due diligence and special investigations.

The firm’s client portfolio includes various industries and types of entities, ranging from salaried individuals to companies with turnovers in excess of R 1 billion per year. They audit large groups and are actively involved in tax planning. The firm is registered at the Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors (IRBA) which allows the firm to perform high level assurance services such as audits and independent reviews.

Description

Well-established and reputable Assurance and Accounting firm in the northern suburbs of Cape Town is seeking to employ SAICA Trainee Accountants for the 2025 intake.

This is an excellent opportunity for graduates wanting to obtain a SAICA training contract with a well-established, reputable and rapidly growing assurance firm where they will receive excellent training and experience.

The ideal candidate will be a graduate/postgraduate who have completed an Accounting/Auditing degree at a SAICA-accredited university. The firm is looking for a self-confident individual with a completed accounting degree, who likes to work as part of a team, but is also willing to take initiative and capable of working independently.

The firm provides reliable and professional auditing, accounting, taxation, secretarial and related administration services and advice to small and medium-sized businesses, individuals and larger organisations throughout South Africa.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform audit work.
• Produce client reports.
• Complete tax returns.
• Finalise an audit file and propose an audit opinion.
• Manage personal performance.
• Work effectively in teams.
• Uphold ethics and values and act with integrity.
• Write clearly and succinctly.
• Set clear objectives and plan activities.
• Work productively and in a challenging environment.

Qualifications and Experience:

• BAccounting , BAccHons degree, Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Sciences, Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Accounting Sciences.
• Computer literacy.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Driver’s license and own transport.

Remuneration:

• R15,000 to R19,000 per month, depending on qualifications.
• Performance bonuses.