SAIPA Trainee Accountant

Recruiter:

BGC

Job Ref:

CPT000001/MT

Date posted:

Sunday, June 1, 2025

Location:

Capetown, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:
Our established firm based in Claremont, Cape Town is looking to employ a bright and independent trainee who wants to qualify as a Professional Accountant.

POSITION INFO:
Main Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

Completion of all tasks necessary to gain sufficient exposure to the SAIPA Training Program competencies and related documentation over the period of traineeship to a SAIPA degree of expertise.
Bookkeeping, accounting reports and related services.
Assurance, review and compilation of Annual Financial Statements.
Tax calculations, submissions of VAT201 and EMP201.
Ad hoc related services (risk assessments, client advice, valuations).
Any other related tasks.

Requirements
The ideal candidate should have the following:

Completed a SAIPA accredited degree, e.g., BCom in Financial Accounting.
Must reside in Cape Town.
Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork ability.
Strong computer skills, especially with Microsoft Excel.
Familiarity with accounting software such as Pastel will be beneficial.
An understanding of basic accounting concepts.
The willingness to learn, ask questions, and take ownership of tasks.

Benefits:

Flexible work hours (subject to core office hours).
Above average study leave for qualifying trainees, and a firm focus on you achieving your qualification.
Mentorship, integrated learning environment, study sessions and direct access to partner (training officer).
Exposure to varied client base in different sectors.

Please note: Should you not receive a response within two weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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