SAIPA Trainee Accountant — Start in Trust & Tax Reporting

Corient; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Corient in Cape Town is seeking a Trainee Accountant enrolled in the SAIPA three-year training programme. You will maintain accounting records for trusts and companies and prepare accurate financial statements while collaborating with the team across Cape Town and Johannesburg.

The role requires a relevant degree with SAIPA core subjects, and a drive to develop through mentorship and structured training in a dynamic family-office style environment.

Qualifications

• Degree with core SAIPA subjects as listed in the SAIPA training programme.
• 60% minimum in Accounting and Tax in final year.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accounting records to trial balance for trusts and onshore/offshore entities.
• Prepare timely financial statements and reports for clients.
• Collaborate with team members across Cape Town and Johannesburg to meet deadlines.
• Provide data to external providers for reports, tax, and statutory returns.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

IFRS for SMEs

Education

SAIPA-accredited degree

Tools

Caseware

Xero

Microsoft Office

Job description

Corient in Cape Town is seeking a Trainee Accountant enrolled in the SAIPA three-year training programme. You will maintain accounting records for trusts and companies and prepare accurate financial statements while collaborating with the team across Cape Town and Johannesburg.

The role requires a relevant degree with SAIPA core subjects, and a drive to develop through mentorship and structured training in a dynamic family-office style environment.