SAICA Graduate Programme

SNG GrantThornton; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A professional services firm in South Africa is seeking Trainee Accountants for their Assurance division for 2027. As a trainee, you will achieve SAICA competencies to register as a Chartered Accountant while gaining hands-on experience across various commercial sectors. Key requirements include an Honours/PGDA/CTA qualification from a SAICA recognized university and a willingness to learn. This opportunity offers mentorship and the chance to work within diverse teams.

Qualifications

• Must have an Honours/PGDA/CTA or equivalent qualification recognized by SAICA.
• Keen willingness to learn and bring energy to the team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities required.

Responsibilities

• Gain exposure to a diverse range of client sectors.
• Work hands-on with clients and management.
• Engage in mentorship and guidance.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Strong technical ability

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Professional judgement

Commitment to self-development

Teamwork

Organisational ability

Education

Honours / PGDA / CTA or equivalent

Job description

Overview

The Trainee Accountant vacancies are for 2027 first year trainees wanting to start their training contract within the SNG Grant Thornton Assurance division. The training contract will ensure that you achieve the SAICA competencies to register as a Chartered Accountant and equip you with generalist expertise and experience in a broad range of commercial sectors.

Candidate Profile

• Exposure to a broad range of client sectors;
• Hands on experience with clients and management;
• Open door policy with managers and partners;
• To learn about a broad range of businesses from listed entities to entrepreneurial start ups;
• Mentorship and guidance

Requirements

• Honours / PGDA / CTA or equivalent level qualification at a SAICA recognised University.

Competencies

• Keen willingness to learn and bring energy and aspiration to audit team;
• Strong technical ability;
• High level of attention to detail and analytical and problem solving abilities;
• Ability to communicate effectively;
• Ability to relate to clients;
• Ability to apply sound professional judgement;
• Demonstrate a commitment to self-development and growth;
• Ability to work within diverse teams;
• Strong organisational ability.

Required Documents

• CV
• Matric certificate
• ID copy
• Undergrad transcript