SAICA TRAINEE ACCOUNTANT

Honey Recruitment Specialists; Stellenbosch; Presencial; ZAR 180.000 - 240.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Honey Recruitment Specialists is seeking candidates for a SAICA Trainee Accountant in Stellenbosch for the 2027 intake. This CA(SA) training pathway provides structured development in auditing, financial reporting and taxation while meeting SAICA requirements.

You will work alongside experienced professionals, gaining client exposure and building core competencies for a career in audit and financial services.

Formación

• Bachelor-level accounting degree with SAICA training pathway requirements.
• Intention to pursue CA(SA) designation and complete training contract.
• Strong numerical ability and understanding of accounting principles.

Responsabilidades

• Assist planning and executing audit engagements under supervision.
• Prepare audit working papers and gather supporting documents.
• Perform substantive audit procedures and assess internal controls.
• Assist with preparation/review of annual financial statements.
• Perform reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist with tax calculations and related compliance work.
• Obtain, verify and analyse financial information from clients.
• Document findings and communicate issues to supervisors.
• Maintain well-organised audit files and meet deadlines.
• Participate in technical training and professional development.

Conocimientos

Audit planning

Audit execution

Financial reporting

Tax calculations

Client communication

Analytical skills

Time management

Educación

BAcc or BCom Accounting with Honours/PGDA

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

SAICA TRAINEE ACCOUNTANT

2027 Intake | CA(SA) Training Pathway

About the Opportunity

Our client, a well-established professional accounting and auditing firm in Stellenbosch, is seeking ambitious accounting graduates who intend to pursue the Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) career pathway.

This structured training opportunity is designed for candidates who want to develop strong technical auditing, financial reporting, accounting and taxation skills while completing the relevant professional training requirements.

Successful candidates will work alongside experienced accounting professionals, gain exposure to a variety of clients and develop the competencies required for a career in audit and financial services.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and executing audit engagements under the supervision of senior team members.
• Prepare audit working papers and gather supporting financial documentation.
• Perform substantive audit procedures and assist with internal control assessments.
• Assist with the preparation and review of annual financial statements.
• Perform accounting reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist with tax calculations, tax returns and related compliance work.
• Obtain, verify and analyse financial information from clients.
• Document audit findings and communicate identified issues to supervisors.
• Maintain accurate and well-organised audit files.
• Meet engagement deadlines and follow internal quality-control procedures.
• Participate in technical training, assessments and professional development.
• Comply with applicable professional, ethical and confidentiality requirements.

Minimum Requirements

• A relevant accounting degree, such as BAcc or BCom Accounting, with Honours or PGDA where applicable.
• A completed or substantially completed qualification that meets the applicable SAICA training contract and registration requirements.
• Intention to pursue the CA(SA) designation.
• Strong academic performance and sound numerical ability.
• A good understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Computer literacy, particularly Microsoft Office.
• Excellent analytical, organisational and problem‑solving skills.
• A valid Code B driver's licence where required for client visits.
• South African citizenship, as specified in the advertised opportunity.

Language Requirements

• Must be able to read, write and communicate fluently in both Afrikaans and English.

Personal Attributes

• Strong work ethic and professional integrity.
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to learn, accept feedback and take responsibility.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Strong time management and deadline management skills.
• Professional conduct and commitment to the CA(SA) pathway.

Working Conditions

• Based in‑office in Stellenbosch, Western Cape.
• This is not a remote or hybrid position.
• The anticipated intake is 2027, subject to the employer's final appointment and training contract requirements.