SAICA Trainees Article Clerk - 2026

SNG GrantThornton; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

SNG GrantThornton is offering Trainee Accountant positions for aspiring candidates looking to start their training contract in 2026. Successful applicants will gain exposure to diverse client sectors, expert mentorship, and a dynamic environment, assisting them in achieving the competencies necessary to register as Chartered Accountants.

Qualifications

• Must be studying at a SAICA recognised University.
• Keen willingness to learn and adapt.
• Demonstrate strong technical ability.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience with clients and management.
• Receive mentorship and guidance within the audit team.
• Develop generalist expertise across various client sectors.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Effective communication

Organisational ability

Education

Honours / PGDA / CTA or equivalent

Job description

The Trainee Accountant vacancies are for 2026 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.

We are looking for candidates who would like:
•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

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.