SAICA Trainee Accountant Contract 2026

PKF South Africa; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent accounting firm in Gqeberha seeks energetic candidates for their trainee accountant role as part of the 2026 Graduate Recruitment Program. You'll gain a well-rounded training experience in auditing, accounting, and taxation, supported by mentors, while aiming to qualify as a CA(SA). Candidates must have a strong work ethic and a solid academic record, along with Mathematics and Accounting in Matric.

Benefits

Mentorship and guidance

Competitive salary

Generous study leave

Access to latest IT infrastructure

Nurturing work environment

Qualifications

• Must be studying towards an accredited SAICA degree.
• Outstanding academic record is required.
• Mathematics Core and Accounting subjects in Matric.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a comprehensive training program for career development.
• Receive mentorship and guidance under skilled trainers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Strong work ethic

Education

SAICA accredited degree

Job description

Introduction

PKF is one of the largest mid-tier accounting networks in the world and in South Africa, making us big enough to provide an excellent career foundation, and small enough for you to make a difference. Develop your true potential and receive unique opportunities needed for your personal growth and development as a trainee accountant.

We have SAICA training contracts available for 2026

We are looking for candidates who are committed to qualify as a CA(SA). Candidates should have a strong work ethic and be willing to learn and develop the competencies needed to qualify as a CA(SA)

We are currently seeking students that are interested in enrolling for the PKF (PE) Graduate Recruitment Program for 2026

We provide a comprehensive and structured formal training programme under the tutelage of a highly skilled and dedicated training and development team. Our mentors are always on hand to provide you with the support and the resources that you need to ensure that you get the best training for career development and advancement.

In return for your enthusiasm and hard work, we offer you :

• Mentorship and individual guidance
• A well-rounded training portfolio in auditing, accounting, and taxation
• Training in accordance with the latest legislative changes and amendments
• Regular in-house training
• A diverse client-base
• A competitive salary
• Generous study leave and in-house study support
• Access to the latest IT infrastructure and audit methodology software
• A nurturing work environment. We believe that everyone working at PKF (PE) should feel at home
• A stimulating and dynamic work environment where you will be challenged and motivated

Our ideal candidate is

• Energetic and takes initiative to learn and succeed
• Highly accurate, paying close attention to detail
• Able to work well under pressure
• A logical and analytical thinker
• Persuasive, assertive and solutions-driven
• Able to work in a team, has good interpersonal and communication skills
• Positive attitude
• Highly principled, with integrity

Minimum requirements

• Studying towards a SAICA ACCREDITED DEGREE
• An outstanding academic record
• Mathematics Core and Accounting subjects in Matric
• Must be a South African citizen

To apply, provide us with copies of the following documents :

• CV
• Past and most recent academic records
• National Senior Certificate
• SA Identity Document
• Please ensure that you provide all the required documents to avoid rejection of your application