SAICA Trainee

Red Ember Recruitment is currently recruiting for a SAICA Trainee Accountant 2026 for their client in PE. An opportunity exists for a SAICA Trainee Accountant 2026. The position requires the successful candidate to form an important part of the diversely talented, highly experienced team, delivering high quality advice to our clients.

• Completing delegated work timeously, accurately and efficiently by understanding the requirements and performing the tasks and taking full responsibility for work performed
• Ensuring all audit documentation is accurate and neat
• Attending to and clearing all audit review notes
• Performing on the job administration
• Keeping up to date with accounting & auditing standards and relevant legislation
• Proactive approach in preparing for the audit, for example assisting with organizing logistics, administration, photocopying etc Performing the planning of small audits, for e.g. body corporates, share blocks and investment property companies which include gathering information about the entity, setting a planning materiality, risk assessment procedures, completing planning memorandums and audit programs etc
• Attending to and clearing all audit review notes for small audits

Currently - in your 3rd year of your studies in the CA Stream degree or Bachelor's degree in Accounting (BCOM) or Advance diploma in Accounting completed/CTABe a SA citizen

Bring an energetic attitude to the Audit team and willingness to learn new skills

Skills required:

Excellent organisational and multitasking skills

Effective problem solving skills

High attention to detail

Deadline driven

Good communication and interpersonal skills;

Ability to work well in a team and have leadership potential;