SAICA GRADUATE / TRAINEE ACCOUNTANT
Empire HR Solutions · Cape Town
Posted 5 August 2026
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A leading and well-established accounting firm based in Cape Town is currently seeking a SAICA Graduate / Trainee Accountant to join their professional team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and career-driven graduate looking to gain valuable practical experience, develop their technical accounting skills and progress towards becoming a Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) .
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The successful candidate will gain exposure to a broad range of accounting, auditing and financial functions while working alongside experienced accounting professionals and supporting a diverse portfolio of clients.
This role is suited to an individual who is academically strong, highly motivated and eager to develop within a professional accounting environment.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Assist with the preparation of annual financial statements.
- Assist with accounting and bookkeeping functions for clients.
- Perform reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
- Assist with audit and assurance engagements.
- Prepare working papers and supporting schedules.
- Assist with tax calculations and submissions where required.
- Assist with VAT and other statutory returns.
- Process and review accounting transactions.
- Assist with month-end and year-end procedures.
- Perform financial data analysis and investigate variances.
- Assist with the preparation of management accounts and financial reports.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records.
- Liaise with clients and internal team members regarding accounting requirements.
- Ensure work is completed accurately and within required deadlines.
- Gain exposure to various accounting systems and software.
- Maintain confidentiality and professional standards when dealing with client information.
- Continuously develop technical accounting and financial knowledge.
Desired Experience & Qualification
- BCom Accounting / BCompt / Bachelor of Accounting or equivalent qualification.
- SAICA-accredited qualification will be advantageous.
- Academic progress towards SAICA requirements is highly advantageous.
- Candidates who have completed their degree and are looking to commence their SAICA training contract are encouraged to apply.
EXPERIENCE
- Previous accounting, auditing or finance experience will be advantageous but is not essential .
- Graduate-level candidates with limited or no formal working experience will be considered.
- Exposure to accounting software will be advantageous.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel .
- A strong academic record will be advantageous.
Package & Remuneration
Negotiable
Interested?
Please apply via PNET