SAICA Trainee Accountant - Audit

BDO South Africa is recruiting 2030 First-Year SAICA Trainee Accountants within its Audit division in Illovo, Johannesburg. This structured 3-year training contract provides hands-on audit exposure across diverse sectors—from JSE-listed entities to entrepreneurial start-ups—ensuring trainees fulfill all SAICA prescribed core competencies required to write the APC and register as Chartered Accountants [CA(SA)].

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• Perform hands-on audit procedures, field execution, and financial statement verification under supervision
• Evaluate internal controls, assess financial data accuracy, and compile audit working papers across client portfolios
• Engage directly with client management teams and internal audit partners, adhering to SAICA professional standards
• Complete SAICA logbook requirements, professional development milestones, and continuous technical training modules

• Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting (PGDA) / CTA / Honours or equivalent SAICA-accredited qualification from a recognized South African university (or currently enrolled/track to complete)
• High attention to detail with robust analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

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Employment Type: internship