SAIPA Trainee

SET Recruitment Consultants; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency based in Cape Town is seeking a driven SAIPA Trainee Accountant to join their boutique Wealth Management firm. This is an exceptional opportunity for a graduate passionate about accounting and pursuing a SAIPA qualification. Ideal candidates will have a BCom Accounting degree, a clear academic record, and an interest in practical accounting experience.

Qualifications

• Clear academic record (ideally no failed subjects).
• Strong interest in completing a 3-year SAIPA Articles program.
• Basic knowledge or exposure to accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing financial statements for high-net-worth clients.
• Process monthly transactions and perform bank reconciliations.
• Exposure to tax computations and submissions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

BCom Accounting degree or equivalent

Tools

Xero

Sage

Pastel

Draftworx

Job description

SAIPA Trainee

Market related Salary

Cape Town

Join a boutique Wealth Management firm based in the heart of Cape Town. We are looking for a driven and professional SAIPA Trainee Accountant to join our team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a graduate who is passionate about accounting and wants to pursue a SAIPA qualification in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Qualification & Experience

• BCom Accounting degree or equivalent (with Financial Accounting as a major)

• Clear academic record (ideally no failed subjects)

• Strong interest in completing a 3-year SAIPA Articles program

• Basic knowledge or exposure to accounting systems (e.g., Xero, Sage, Pastel, Draftworx, etc.)

• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Key Responsibilities

As a trainee accountant, you will work alongside a team of experienced professionals and gain hands-on exposure to:

• Assist in preparing financial statements for high-net-worth individuals and trusts

• Processing monthly transactions and performing bank reconciliations

• Exposure to tax computations and submissions (individuals and trusts)

• Assisting with management accounts and year-end audits

• Supporting client portfolio administration

If you do not hear from us within two weeks of submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.