Graduate Accountant - Audit Focus

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive graduate salary

SAIPA/SAICA training support

Hybrid work arrangement

Health insurance and retirement plans

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking motivated graduates to join their audit-focused Graduate Accountant program in Welkom. You will gain hands-on experience in financial auditing, assurance services, and reporting, working with senior auditors to learn planning, testing, and reporting.

The program emphasizes comprehensive training, exposure to diverse clients and industries, and a clear path for professional qualification (SAIPA/SAICA) within a reputable financial services firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial concepts.
• Excellent analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with accounting software is a plus.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn, develop professionally, and work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior auditors in planning and executing financial statement audits.
• Gather and analyze financial data, documentation, and evidence to support audit findings.
• Perform testing of internal controls and business processes to assess their effectiveness.
• Identify potential audit risks and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Prepare clear and concise audit working papers and reports.
• Communicate effectively with clients and internal team members throughout the audit process.

Skills

Analytical skills

Detail oriented

Written and verbal communication

Eagerness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking motivated and detail-oriented individuals to join their team as Graduate Accountants with a focus on audit, based in Welkom . This program is designed to provide comprehensive training and practical experience in financial auditing, assurance services, and financial reporting. You will work closely with senior auditors, learning to conduct financial statement audits, assess internal controls, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring accountants to build a strong foundation in auditing and contribute to a reputable financial services firm. We are committed to nurturing talent and offering a clear path for career advancement within our organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior auditors in planning and executing financial statement audits.
• Gather and analyze financial data, documentation, and evidence to support audit findings.
• Perform testing of internal controls and business processes to assess their effectiveness.
• Identify potential audit risks and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Prepare clear and concise audit working papers and reports.
• Communicate effectively with clients and internal team members throughout the audit process.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial concepts.
• Excellent analytical skills and a meticulous approach to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with accounting software is a plus.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn, develop professionally, and work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive graduate salary with regular reviews and performance-based bonuses.
• Structured training and support towards professional qualifications (e.g., SAIPA, SAICA).
• Exposure to a diverse range of clients and industries.
• Hybrid work arrangement for a better work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.