CA Graduate Experience 2026 | SAICA Trainee Accountant

Pkf Octagon; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 150 000 - 250 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking energetic students for their CA Graduate Experience in 2026. This comprehensive training program offers individual mentorship, a well-rounded portfolio in auditing, accounting, and taxation, and regular in-house training. Candidates will thrive in a nurturing and dynamic environment, gaining access to the latest IT infrastructure and audit methodologies. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, analytical thinkers with strong communication skills and a passion for learning. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to kickstart their career in a supportive and challenging setting.

Benefits

Mentorship and individual guidance

Generous study leave

In-house study support

Access to latest IT infrastructure

Nurturing work environment

Dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• Must have outstanding academic record and passed all exams on the first attempt.
• South African citizen with Mathematics Core and Accounting subjects in Matric.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a structured training programme for career development.
• Engage with mentors for support and resources in auditing and accounting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Science

Bachelor of Accounting Science degree

Tools

Audit methodology software

Job description

We are currently seeking students that are interested in enrolling for the PKF Octagon CA Graduate Experience in 2026.

We provide a comprehensive and structured formal training programme under the tutelage of a highly skilled and dedicated training and development team. Our mentors are always on hand to provide you with the support and the resources that you need to ensure that you get the best training for career development and advancement.

In return for your enthusiasm and hard work, we offer you :

• Mentorship and individual guidance
• A well-rounded training portfolio in auditing, accounting, and taxation
• Training in accordance with the latest legislative changes and amendments
• Regular in-house training
• A diverse client-base
• Generous study leave and in-house study support
• Access to the latest IT infrastructure and audit methodology software
• A nurturing work environment. We believe that everyone working at PKF Octagon should feel at home
• A stimulating and dynamic work environment where you will be challenged and motivated

Our ideal candidate is :

• Energetic and takes initiative to learn and succeed
• Highly accurate, paying close attention to detail
• Able to work well under pressure
• A logical and analytical thinker
• Persuasive, assertive and solutions-driven
• Able to work in a team, has good interpersonal and communication skills
• Highly principled, with integrity

Minimum requirements :

• Obtained a Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Science or currently enrolled for PGDA
• An outstanding academic record
• Mathematics Core and Accounting subjects in Matric
• Must have passed all exams on the first attempt
• Achieved average results of 65% in Bachelor of Accounting Science degree
• Must be a South African citizen

To apply, provide us with copies of the following documents :

• Past and most recent academic records
• National Senior Certificate
• SA Identity Document
• Please ensure that you provide all the required documents to avoid rejection of your application