Graduate Finance Trainee — Hybrid Training & Growth

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 230,000 - 340,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Study leave

Mentorship

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Welkom, Free State, is seeking a Graduate Finance Trainee to support financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting under seasoned professionals.

You will gain hands-on experience, learn regulatory standards, and develop Excel, data analysis, and accounting software skills in a hybrid work setup.

This is a structured entry point into a finance career with mentorship, study support, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• Proficiency in Excel is essential.
• Experience with accounting software is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Perform data analysis to identify financial trends and discrepancies.
• Reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts.
• Help manage accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Assist in the preparation of tax documentation and filings.
• Learn and apply financial regulations and compliance standards.
• Support internal and external audit processes.
• Contribute to financial process improvements.
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Economics

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Placements24 in Welkom, Free State, is seeking a Graduate Finance Trainee to support financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting under seasoned professionals.

You will gain hands-on experience, learn regulatory standards, and develop Excel, data analysis, and accounting software skills in a hybrid work setup.

This is a structured entry point into a finance career with mentorship, study support, and opportunities for advancement.