CA Graduate Experience 2026 | SAICA Trainee Accountant

PKF South Africa; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading auditing and accounting firm in Pretoria seeks candidates for a comprehensive training program in accounting and auditing. Ideal candidates will be energetic, detail-oriented, and possess a Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Science. Achieving results of 65% or higher in their degree is essential. The firm offers mentorship, a competitive salary, and a nurturing work environment. Email your application to clarify your documents.

Benefits

Mentorship and individual guidance

Access to the latest IT infrastructure

Generous study leave and in-house study support

Qualifications

• Must have passed all exams on the first attempt.
• Previous work experience (vacation/temporary/volunteer).
• Must be a South African citizen.

Skills

Energetic and takes initiative

Attention to detail

Works well under pressure

Logical and analytical thinker

Persuasive and assertive

Good interpersonal communication

Positive attitude

Integrity

Education

Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Science and PGDA

Mathematics Core and Accounting subjects in Matric

Bachelor of Accounting Science degree with 65% average

Job description

Overview

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.

Benefits

• 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
• A competitive salary
• Generous study leave and in-house study support
• Pass-and-pay-back scheme
• 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

Qualifications

• 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
• Positive attitude
• Highly principled, with integrity

• Obtained a Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Science and 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
• Previous work experience (vacation/temporary/volunteer)
• Must be a South African citizen

How to apply

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

• CV
• 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
• Email to [e-mail]