Job: 2025 SAICA Trainee Accountant – Audit (Financial Services)

Company : BDO; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO South Africa invites applications for a 3-year SAICA Accountant Traineeship within the Financial Services division. You will gain exposure to banking, insurance, asset management and funds audits, while developing SAICA competencies to qualify as a Chartered Accountant.

The role offers hands-on audit work, ongoing learning, and opportunities to contribute to an innovative, technology-driven firm. As part of a collaborative audit team, you will plan, execute and finalize engagements, analyse

Qualifications

• Honours / PGDA / CTA or equivalent SAICA-recognized qualification.

Responsibilities

• Perform audits in the FS banking, insurance, asset management and funds sectors.
• Plan, execute, and finalize audit engagements.
• Analyse financial statements and ensure SAICA and IFRS compliance.
• Work closely with clients and management to gather financial information.
• Develop innovative solutions and contribute to transforming the FS industry.
• Collaborate with audit teams and participate in CSI initiatives and professional development.

Skills

Technical ability

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

FS sector interest

Education

Honours / PGDA / CTA

Job description

2025 SAICA Trainee Accountant – Audit (Financial Services)

Description

Join BDO South Africa for a 3-year SAICA Accountant Traineeship in the Financial Services (FS) division. As part of the global BDO network, trainees will gain specialized expertise in the banking, insurance, asset management, and funds industries. This position offers hands‑on experience, continuous learning, and opportunities to contribute to an innovative and technology-driven environment. Trainees will develop SAICA competencies necessary to qualify as Chartered Accountants and support BDO's mission to provide exceptional client service.

Responsibilities

• Perform audits in the banking, insurance, asset management, and funds sectors
• Plan, execute, and finalize audit engagements
• Analyze financial statements and ensure compliance with SAICA and IFRS standards
• Work closely with clients and management to gather financial information
• Develop innovative solutions and contribute to transforming the FS industry
• Collaborate with audit teams and participate in CSI initiatives and professional development

Qualifications

• Honours / PGDA / CTA or equivalent qualification from a SAICA-recognized university
• Strong technical ability, attention to detail, and analytical skills
• Passion for financial markets and the FS sector