Finance Operations Manager - CA (SA)
Somerset West
1 day ago

Do you live in the Somerset West, Strand, Stellenbosch area and are fully bilingual in Afrikaans and English?We require an ambitious ca(sa) with 2+ years post articles experience who is ready for a new challenge to grow their career in a National concern assisting and implementing best practices, controls, and growth strategies.This a great opportunity to grow your skills and be involved in a fast...

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Newly Qualified CA(SA)
Capetown
2 days ago

Are you a newly qualified ca(sa) ready to make your mark in a high-impact, international role?

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Financial Services Rotational programme CA(SA)
Johannesburg
4 days ago

Salary: 750 000 Annually

We are looking for newly qualified ca(sa)’s who have achieved excellent results and know they want to create a career for themselves in financial services. The world of financial services is so diverse and this is the perfect opportunity to get exposure to various departments and pinpoint exactly which division gets you up in the morning. This is a permanent role within a leading financial s...

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Newly Qualified CA(SA)
Johannesburg
4 days ago

Salary: 650 000 Annually

We are looking for newly qualified ca(sa)’s who have achieved excellent results and know they want to create a career for themselves in financial services. The world of financial services is so diverse and this is the perfect opportunity to get exposure to various departments and pinpoint exactly which division gets you up in the morning. This is a permanent role within a leading financial s...

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Finance Manager CA(SA)
Johannesburg
5 days ago

An established and dynamic business is looking for a Financial Manager to lead its finance function and drive excellence in financial reporting, compliance, and strategic planning. This role also includes oversight of key operational functions, including HR and contract management.

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Newly Qualified CA(SA)
Johannesburg
5 days ago

Salary: 700 000

A top-tier financial advisory firm in Sandton is looking for a newly qualified ca(sa) who’s just as comfortable in Excel as they are in a suit and tie. If you're ready to swap audit files for boardroom slides and thrive in an ambitious, high-performance team, then this is your moment.

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Newly Qualified CA(SA)
Capetown
11 days ago

Salary: 500000

Are you a numbers ninja with a sense of humour? Recently got your ca(sa) badge of honour and looking to dive headfirst into the full finance function? We’ve got just the gig for you!

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CA (SA) / 2IC
Johannesburg
5 days ago

Salary: R1M C.T.C. per annum excl bonus

Prism Placements is looking for a hands-on CA (SA) to be the 2IC to the Head of this leading FMCG company in Isando (JHB East).

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Head of Financial Control CA(SA)
Capetown
12 days ago

The Head of Financial Control is responsible for managing and strengthening the financial control environment across a large market or region. This role ensures the consistent application of internal financial controls, technical accounting policies, and finance procedures, aligned with global standards. It plays a key role in driving compliance, supporting audit readiness, and enabling reliable f...

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Chartered Accountant (CA) SA
West Rand
13 days ago

As the Chartered Accountant, you will be responsible for the full financial management function, including the preparation of accurate financial reports, budgeting and forecasting, statutory compliance, and audit readiness. You will oversee internal controls, ensure adherence to financial regulations, and provide strategic financial insights to support business performance and growth.In this role,...

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The Ultimate Guide to CA Jobs in South Africa

 

CA(SA) Chartered Accountant (South Africa) are trained in accounting and finance so they can take on many roles. If you’re searching for a vacancy or want to know how to become a chartered accountant, you’re in the right place.

We’ve compiled the ultimate guide to CA jobs in South Africa.

What does a CA(SA) in South Africa do?

If one goes into an accountancy / auditing practice they will consult for companies or individuals doing things like accounting, statutory audits, tax calculations and filing of mandatory statutory returns. They can also act as advisors to business assisting them on how to optimize aspects of their business to acquiring new operations or disposing of certain operations.

Many will not practice in their field as it can be more lucrative and rewarding to go into commerce where many will take the highest level such as CEO, financial directors, senior management or business owners.

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What career opportunities are there for CA(SA) jobs in South Africa?

As there is a shortage of Chartered Accountant (South Africa) CA(SA) in the country there are many available roles that one with these qualifications will be able to do. Many may study further and do an MBA or CFA but even without further studies there are ample career opportunities. Below is a list of a few depending on one’s experience and the path that they have followed after qualifying:

-External Statutory Auditor
-Internal Auditor
-Partner in an accounting firm
-Mergers and acquisitions

-CEO, CFO or another director

-Business consultant

-Asset management

How to get a CA(SA) job in South Africa

As there is a shortage of CA(SA) in South Africa they are often headhunted directly after they have completed articles and offered various roles in commerce. They are also often working in the highest level of management so are also headhunted and offered new and exiting roles.

It is also recommended that they keep their CV updated on the job portal Executive Placements as many recruitment agents which specialize in placing CA(SA)’s are subscribed to this portal and use the portal to search for the best talent for the roles that they are working on.

How to become qualified as a CA(SA) practitioner

In order to become a CA(SA) it takes many years of studies and passing not only university exams up to honours level, but also writing professional qualifying exams. One must also complete many years of articles to gain the practical experience necessary. At one stage it was only possible to do articles in an auditing firm but today it is even possible to complete articles at certain companies.

Pros and cons of being a CA(SA) practitioner

It is a difficult course to complete so not everyone who attempts to become a CA(SA) makes it all the way through. It is expensive to pay for the course and while one does articles the salary levels are low so one has to sacrifice many years to complete the studies and apprenticeship known as articles.

Once one has completed the studies, passed all the exams and completed apprenticeship salaries jump substantially and a variety of opportunities open which offer a good paying and rewarding career as one is often working in upper-level management of an organisiation.

Frequently asked questions

Is CA(SA) a good career?

Yes, a CA(SA) is a good career as it not only pays well but the work can be satisfying.

Are CA(SA)’s in demand?

There is a shortage of CA(SA)’s in South Africa and a strong demand for their skills.

How much does a CA(SA) practitioner earn?

A CA(SA) salaries average R 650 000. Entry-level jobs pay R 350 000 per year, while most experienced workers can make many millions of rand per year.