CA Graduate Experience 2027 | SAICA Trainee Accountant | Stellenbosch

PKF Cape Town; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuous learning opportunities

Professional mentorship

Supportive environment

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Stellenbosch is offering a position for a SAICA Trainee Accountant starting in 2027. This role provides a dynamic environment where you can kickstart your accounting career through diverse exposure and meaningful mentorship. Applicants should possess or be enrolled for a Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting and have a good academic record. Responsibilities include serving the training office, protecting client confidentiality, and adhering to professional standards.

Qualifications

• Must have a good academic record.
• Currently enrolled for or completed Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting.
• Good communication skills

Responsibilities

• Serve the training office as a CA(SA) or AGA(SA).
• Pursue studies in professional theory and practice.
• Maintain confidentiality of training office and clients.
• Comply with training office policies.
• Cooperate with the training officer to disclose any potential disciplinary matters to SAICA and provide related records

Skills

Good communication skills

Education

Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting (PGDA)

Job description

Kickstart your accounting career at PKF Cape Town — become a SAICA Trainee Accountant in 2027 and shape your future today!

WHY PKF?

Are you looking for diverse exposure, meaningful mentorship, ongoing training, and a supportive, dynamic environment where you can thrive? You’re in the right place.

At PKF, we don’t believe that one size fits all — especially when it comes to chartered accountancy services. Our clients include individuals, privately owned businesses and corporations of various sizes across a wide range of industries. This diversity provides our trainees with valuable exposure and hands‑on experience across different industries.

At PKF Cape Town, our culture is built on our EPIC values:

• Excellence – Quality fuels our growth, and excellence drives our future. We strive for the highest standards in everything we do.
• People – When teamwork and leadership align, we create a culture where everyone can thrive and belong.
• Integrity – We believe in honest solutions and trusted relationships, every step of the way. Transparent. Trustworthy. True.
• Connect – We are committed to building meaningful connections and lasting relationships — with our clients and with each other.

When you join PKF, you don’t just start a job — you begin a career with one of South Africa’s most respected mid‑tier accounting networks. You will benefit from continuous learning, professional guidance, and a nurturing environment designed to challenge, support and motivate you. As part of an international network of like‑minded firms, you will gain exposure that strengthens both your technical skills and your professional growth.

PKF is big enough to offer an excellent career foundation, yet small enough for you to make a meaningful impact. Develop your potential and gain the experience needed to build a successful future as a trainee accountant.

Minimum Requirements

• Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting (PGDA), or currently enrolled for a Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting (PGDA)
• A good academic record
• Good communication skills

To Apply, Please Upload:

• Your full CV
• Copy of your full academic records
• Copy of your matric certificate
• Copy of your identity document (ID)
• Proof of registration for PGDA (if applicable)

Please ensure that you provide all the required documents to avoid rejection of your application.

Duties and responsibilities of a trainee accountant

1. Diligently serve the training office in the profession of a CA(SA) or AGA(SA) and, where applicable, an RA;
2. Diligently pursue his studies in the theory and practice of the profession and notify the training officer immediately should he cease to be registered for a course that would lead to the eventual award of an accredited degree or an accredited bridging program;
3. Not engage in any other business or occupation during the currency of his training contract without the express written authority of the training officer;
4. At all times keep the affairs of the training office and its clients confidential and not breach any codes of professional conduct, disciplinary rules or by‑laws that apply to the profession of a CA(SA) or an AGA(SA) and, if applicable, an RA;
5. Comply with the provisions of these Regulations;
6. Comply with the training office policies and procedures;
7. Complete any timesheets;
8. Complete any assessment documents timeously and correctly as prescribed in Regulation 27; and
9. Fully cooperate with the training officer in disclosing to SAICA any circumstances which in the opinion of the training officer, may constitute punishable conduct on the part of the trainee accountant and making available to SAICA all information regarding disciplinary procedures in the training office in which the trainee accountant may have been involved, including the record of those procedures.