CA(SA)Financial Manager - Manufacturing
Howick
1 day ago
FINANCIAL MANAGER -
ca(sa)HOWICK - KZNThe primary focus of this role is to support the Chief Financial Officer in the financial and fiscal management aspects of company operations. Provide leadership and coordination in the administrative, business planning, accounting, and budgeting efforts of the company.A qualification as CA (SA) is required.- Minimum 5 years' relevant finance experience, inclu...
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Chartered Accountant CA(SA)
Capetown
1 day ago
Salary: 600 000 Annually
Join one of South Africa’s oldest and most established companies, with deep roots in the local market, now seeking an experienced
ca(sa) to lead and manage the accounting department—an excellent opportunity for someone looking for stability, long-term growth, and a supportive, people-focused company culture; apply today to be considered for this exciting role.
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Newly qualified CA(SA) with strong AI and systems development interest
Cape Town
1 day ago
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Financial Manager CA(SA) / CIMA
Johannesburg
2 days ago
Salary: Market Related
Take complete ownership of a full-function corporate accounting ecosystem in a high-impact, operationally deep leadership role based in the East Rand.
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CA (SA)
Capetown
2 days ago
Commercial Finance Manager (
ca(sa)) – Retail Environmentð Cape TownWe are seeking a Commercial Finance Manager for a high-volume, stock-driven retail environment. This is an exciting opportunity for a
ca(sa) with 2–3 years post-articles experience who has already started moving into a commercial finance space.This role sits close to the business and goes beyond traditional reporting...
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Financial Manager CA(SA) / CIMA
Johannesburg
2 days ago
Salary: 1200000 Annually
Step into a hands-on Financial Manager role within a well-established organisation!
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Newly Qualified CA(SA)
Johannesburg
3 days ago
Recently qualified
ca(sa) with international exposure, ready to break into the world of M&A, where analysis turns into deals and insight turns into execution.
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CA(SA) Professionals
Capetown
3 days ago
Are you a newly or recently qualified
ca(sa) with a proven track record of excellence? Have you completed your articles on the first attempt at one of the Big 4 audit firms? Then we want to hear from you.
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Newly Qualified CA(SA) M&A Analyst
Johannesburg
3 days ago
A leading investment and advisory firm is seeking a high-calibre Analyst to join its team. The role offers exposure to corporate finance, capital raising, and strategic advisory across a diverse client base, with the opportunity to work on complex transactions alongside experienced dealmakers.Role PurposeThe Analyst will support senior team members in executing transactions, financial analysis, an...
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M&A Analyst (Newly Qualified CA(SA))
Johannesburg
4 days ago
Salary: 650 000
Newly qualified
ca(sa) with strong exposure to international markets, seeking to transition into a dynamic M&A environment where technical ability, commercial thinking, and deal exposure can be developed from the ground up.
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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.
