Job: 2025 ACCA Trainee Accountant – Financial Services

Company : BDO; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO South Africa offers a 3-year ACCA Trainee Accountant program in its Financial Services division in Cape Town. The internship provides hands-on audit experience across Banking, Insurance, Asset Management, and Funds, with mentorship from the FS team and exposure to a range of clients.

You will work on audits, planning, evaluating controls, and supporting clients while pursuing ACCA/SAICA qualifications, ensuring IFRS compliance and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• BCom Accounting Degree/Honours from an ACCA-accredited university.
• Auditing as a subject (preference for Honours Degree).
• Advanced Auditing as a professional module.
• South African citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform audits on financial statements and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Assist in planning, executing, and finalising audit engagements.
• Evaluate internal controls and identify improvements.
• Collaborate with clients to gather financial information and documentation.
• Maintain strong client relationships and address queries professionally.
• Analyse financial data and prepare accurate audit reports.
• Identify discrepancies and provide corrective recommendations.
• Ensure IFRS, ACCA, and SAICA guidelines are followed.
• Stay updated with changes in auditing standards and regulations.
• Work with audit teams, managers and partners on engagements.
• Participate in training sessions and support peers.
• Aim to meet ACCA or SAICA qualification competencies.
• Take initiative in self-learning and technical skills development.

Skills

Auditing

Audit execution

Regulatory compliance

Education

BCom Accounting Degree/Honours (ACCA-accredited university)

Job description

2025 ACCA Trainee Accountant – Financial Services

Description

BDO South Africa seeks ACCA Trainee Accountants for its Financial Services (FS) division. The 3-year traineeship offers candidates hands-on audit experience, exposure to a range of clients, and the opportunity to develop into a Chartered Certified Accountant. Trainees will work closely with BDO's FS team, gaining expertise in Banking, Insurance, Asset Management, and Funds industries.

Responsibilities

• Perform audits on financial statements and ensure compliance with regulatory standards
• Assist in planning, executing, and finalizing audit engagements
• Evaluate internal controls and identify areas for improvement
• Work closely with clients to gather financial information and documentation
• Maintain strong relationships with clients and address queries professionally
• Analyze financial data and prepare accurate audit reports
• Identify discrepancies and provide recommendations for corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), ACCA, and SAICA guidelines
• Stay updated with changes in auditing standards and financial regulations
• Collaborate with audit teams, managers, and partners on various engagements
• Participate in training sessions and provide support to peers
• Actively work towards meeting the competencies required for ACCA or SAICA qualification
• Take initiative in self-learning and improving technical skills

Qualifications

• BCom Accounting Degree/Honours Degree from an ACCA-accredited university
• Auditing as a subject (preference for Honours Degree)
• Advanced Auditing as a professional module
• South African citizenship is required

Hiring organization

BDO

Employment Type: Internship

Job Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa