Junior​/Apprentice Accountant; SAICA Trainee Accountant

Position: Junior / Apprentice Accountant (SAICA Trainee Accountant)
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Junior / Apprentice Accountant (SAICA Trainee Accountant) Location: Pretoria East (Faerie Glen)
Industry: Accounting & Auditing
Job Overview
Our client, a reputable accounting firm based in Faerie Glen, Pretoria East, is seeking a motivated and career-driven Junior / Apprentice Accountant to join their team on the SAICA training route.

This role offers the opportunity to enter into a formal SAICA Training Contract, combining full-time employment with structured professional development toward qualifying as a Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)).
This position is ideally suited to a graduate or postgraduate candidate who is committed to completing their articles and developing strong technical and professional competencies within a client-facing environment.

Key Responsibilities Technical Duties

• Assist with external audit and assurance engagements, including vouching, stock counts, and bank confirmations
• Support the preparation of Annual Financial Statements in accordance with IFRS / IFRS for SMEs
• Prepare and assist with tax compliance, including VAT
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• Compile monthly management accounts, bank reconciliations, and cash flow forecasts
• Attend to CIPC-related duties, including annual returns and statutory changes

Professional & Compliance Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and detailed timesheets in line with firm and SAICA requirements
• Complete SAICA assessments, including Learning Outcome Reviews (LORs) and Academic Needs Analyses (ANAs)
• Apply professional judgement and ethical scepticism when reviewing client information
• Demonstrate continuous learning and development in line with the SAICA Competency Framework

Minimum Requirements Academic Qualifications

• Minimum: SAICA-accredited undergraduate degree (e.g. BCom Accounting / BCompt)
• Preferred: CTA / PGDA completed (enables a 3-year training contract)
• Candidates without CTA may be considered, noting that the training contract duration will be extended in line with SAICA requirements

Additional Requirements

• Eligibility to register with SAICA as a Trainee Accountant
• Clean criminal record and adherence to the SAICA Code of Professional Conduct
• Valid driver’s licence and own reliable transport (client site visits required)
• Strong computer literacy, with advanced MS Excel skills (non-negotiable)
• Exposure to accounting software such as Case Ware, Pastel, or Xero will be advantageous