SAIPA Trainee

Exceed HR and Recruitment; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A local recruiting agency is looking for a SAIPA Trainee in Stellenbosch. The role includes processing accounting records, assisting in financial statements, and performing reconciliations. Candidates should have a BCom Accounting or similar qualification, strong numerical and organizational skills, and the intention to complete SAIPA articles. Proficiency in MS Excel is required, and accounting software experience is advantageous. This position offers a valuable opportunity for recent graduates to gain practical experience.

Qualifications

• BCom Accounting or similar qualification (completed or in progress).
• Intention to complete SAIPA articles.
• Strong numerical ability and high attention to detail.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in MS Excel; accounting software experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Processing accounting records up to trial balance.
• Assisting with the preparation of management accounts and financial statements.
• Performing bank, creditor, debtor, and VAT reconciliations.
• Assisting with VAT, PAYE, UIF, and SDL submissions.
• Supporting income tax calculations and submissions.
• Maintaining accurate and well-organised client files and working papers.
• Assisting senior accountants with client queries and audit support.
• Ensuring compliance with accounting standards and statutory requirements.

Skills

Strong numerical ability

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Time management skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Ability to work independently

Proficiency in MS Excel

Education

BCom Accounting or similar qualification

Tools

Accounting software experience

Job description

SAIPA Trainee position available in Stellenbosch.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Processing accounting records up to trial balance
• Assisting with the preparation of management accounts and financial statements
• Performing bank, creditor, debtor, and VAT reconciliations
• Assisting with VAT, PAYE, UIF, and SDL submissions
• Supporting income tax calculations and submissions
• Maintaining accurate and well‑organised client files and working papers
• Assisting senior accountants with client queries and audit support
• Ensuring compliance with accounting standards and statutory requirement

Requirements:

• BCom Accounting or similar qualification (completed or in progress)
• Intention to complete SAIPA articles
• Strong numerical ability and high attention to detail
• Good organisational and time‑management skills
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in MS Excel; accounting software experience advantageous