Assurance Training Contract 2031 CA Programme

EY; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in South Africa is seeking candidates for their External Audit team on a 36-month training contract. This role involves supporting assurance engagements, documenting audit procedures, and recognizing potential audit issues. Applicants should possess a BCom Accounting CA Stream or equivalent and be CTA/PGDA qualified. The firm offers generous benefits and a commitment to personal growth and development.

Benefits

Generous study leave for ITC and APC exams

Fully funded ITC/APC board courses

Settling-in bonus upon joining

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, execution and delivery of assurance engagements.
• Document the execution of specific audit procedures.
• Communicate potential audit issues to the assurance team.

Skills

Agile mindset

Curiosity

Inclusivity

Education

BCom Accounting CA Stream or equivalent

CTA/PGDA qualified

Job description

What if we didn't focus on who you are now, but who you could become?

Here at EY, you'll have the chance to build a truly exceptional experience. We'll empower you with the latest technology, surround you with high‑performing teams, and provide the global scale and diverse and inclusive culture you need to discover your full potential. Through our coaching and training programs, you'll develop the skillsets you need to stay relevant today and in the future – all while building a network of colleagues, mentors, and leaders who will be on the journey with you at EY and beyond.

The exceptional EY experience. It's yours to build.

The opportunity: your next adventure awaits

Join our External Audit team on a 36‑month training contract and you will help our clients meet their reporting requirements by providing an objective and independent examination of their financial statements. In addition, you will conduct timely and constructive discussions with the management on accounting and reporting matters, and provide a robust and clear perspective to audit committees.

You will experience professional development through diverse experiences, world‑class learning, and individually tailored coaching. That's how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning, execution and delivery of assurance engagements.
• Clearly and accurately document the execution of specific audit procedures as defined by the engagement objectives, audit client’s engagement history, and planned audit approach.
• Recognize potential audit issues or unusual relationships from basic analysis of the financial statements and communicate them to the assurance team.

What we look for

• You have an agile, growth‑oriented mindset. What you know matters. But the right mindset is just as important in determining success. We're looking for people who are innovative, can work in an agile way and keep pace with a rapidly changing world.
• You are curious and purpose driven. We’re looking for people who see opportunities instead of challenges, who ask better questions to seek better answers that build a better working world.
• You are inclusive. We’re looking for people who seek out and embrace diverse perspectives, who value differences, and team inclusively to build safety and trust.

Qualifications

• BCom Accounting CA Stream or equivalent
• CTA/ PGDA qualified

What's in it for you

• Accelerate your technical capabilities and transformative leadership skills with future‑focused courses and development programs.
• Broaden your horizons by working on highly integrated teams across the globe and collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds – both professionally and culturally.
• Bring out the best in yourself with continuous investment in your personal well‑being and career development.
• Develop your own personal purpose and help us create a positive ripple effect on our teams, our business, clients and society – building a better working world, together.
• Generous study leave for ITC and APC exam
• Fully funded ITC, APC related Board courses and get paid a settling‑in bonus upon joining to help you get work ready

What you can expect

• Submit your CV, ID and fully up‑to‑date academic transcripts when applying.
• All candidates can expect to be invited for an in‑person or video interview with one of our dynamic Graduate Recruiters.