BDO Thrive Bursary - SAICA Trainee Accountant Audit - Durban

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

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Durban offers the BDO Graduate Thrive Bursary Programme for South African citizens pursuing a Chartered Accountant qualification. Eligible candidates must meet specific academic criteria. Applicants are required to submit documentation, including academic records and a detailed motivation letter. Take the first step towards a thriving career in accounting.

Qualifications

• PGDA/CTA or equivalent – Minimum Average of 70% required for Merit Bursary.
• 4th Year – Minimum Average of 75% for Merit Bursary.
• 2nd and 3rd Year – Minimum Average of 80% for Merit Bursary.
• PGDA/CTA or equivalent – Minimum Average of 60% for Merit with Financial Need Bursary.
• 4th Year – Minimum Average of 65% for Merit with Financial Need Bursary.
• 3rd Year – Minimum Average of 70% for Merit with Financial Need Bursary.

Responsibilities

• Apply and follow instructions with necessary documentation.
• Provide academic records, family financial information, and a motivation letter.

Job description

Overview

BDO South Africa is delighted to announce that applications for our BDO Graduate Thrive Bursary Programme are now open. This is your opportunity to elevate your career and thrive in a firm committed to helping people achieve their dreams.

Types of bursaries

• Merit Bursary - Merit Bursaries are awarded based on academic performance as well as holistic performance, attitude, aptitude and need.
• Merit with Financial Need Bursary - Financial Needs Bursaries are awarded based on academic performance (in line with the Merit Bursary criteria) as well as the financial situation of the applicant, performance, attitude and aptitude.

Eligibility by bursary type:

• Merit Bursary
  • PGDA/CTA or equivalent – Minimum Average of 70%
  • 4th Year – Minimum Average of 75%
  • 2nd and 3rd Year – Minimum Average of 80%
• Merit with Financial Need Bursary
  • PGDA/CTA or equivalent – Minimum Average of 60%
  • 4th Year – Minimum Average of 65%
  • 3rd Year – Minimum Average of 70%

Application process

Click on Apply and follow the application instructions. Ensure you have all necessary documentation ready when applying, including your academic records, family financial information and a motivation letter, ready for submission.

Should you be successful, you will be signed to BDO SA for your articles.

Join us & Thrive

Embark on a journey with BDO South Africa, where your aspirations to become a Chartered Accountant (SA) are supported every step of the way. Apply now and take the first step towards a thriving career.

BDO South Africa - Elevating people. Elevating business. Elevating society.

Eligibility Criteria

• Citizenship: South African citizens
• Academic Standing: Currently in CTA, PGDA, or equivalent (first attempt)
• Institution: Registered at a SAICA-accredited university
• Academic Performance: Consistent pass rate history with an average 60% or higher in CTA/PGDA
• Motivation: A detailed motivation letter is required upon submission