SAICA Trainee Accountant Contract 2026

PKF South Africa; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 50 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is offering exciting SAICA training contracts for aspiring accountants. This opportunity provides a solid career foundation with unique personal growth prospects. As a trainee accountant, you will receive mentorship and a well-rounded training portfolio, all while working in a nurturing and dynamic environment. Ideal candidates are energetic, detail-oriented, and eager to learn. Don't miss your chance to embark on a fulfilling career path with comprehensive support and resources to help you succeed in the accounting field.

Benefits

Mentorship and Guidance

Generous Study Leave

In-house Training Support

Access to Latest IT Infrastructure

Dynamic Work Environment

Qualifications

• Studying towards a SAICA accredited degree with an outstanding academic record.
• Mathematics Core and Accounting subjects in Matric.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a structured formal training program under skilled mentors.
• Engage with a diverse client base in auditing, accounting, and taxation.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Analytical Thinking

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Education

SAICA Accredited Degree

Tools

Audit Methodology Software

Job description

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
• 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
• Highly principled, with integrity

Minimum requirements :

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

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

• 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