Pretoria: SAICA Graduate Accountant posted by Profession Hub

Our client is searching for a SAICA Graduate Accountant to join their team in Menlo Park

Vacancy for:

• SAICA Graduate Accountant: A candidate who has completed their SAICA training contract with a small firm of Chartered Accountants and Registered
• Will also consider a SAIPA Graduate Accountant: A candidate who has completed their SAIPA training contract, provided the training contract was with a small firm of Chartered Accountants and Registered.

Job description: Benefits and requirements

• Position: Client Services Accountant: SAICA Graduate Accountant.
• Financial benefits:
  • Starting salary:
    • R28,000 per month, R336,000 per annum, if candidate has completed a SAICA training contract with a small firm of Chartered Accountants and Registered Auditors and has completed a SAICA accredited undergraduate degree.
    • Negotiable if SAICA accredited undergraduate degree not yet completed.
  • Participation in the Group performance bonus scheme: Details to be provided at the commencement of the employment contract.
  • Study leave for exam preparation and support.
• Location: Menlo Park, Pretoria:
  • Flexible in-office working arrangements (No remote working).
  • Mentorship and support from experienced Chartered Accountants.
  • Exposure to a wide range of industries and clients.
• Study requirements:
  • Completion of a SAICA accredited undergraduate degree, or
  • At an advanced stage of completion of a SAICA accredited undergraduate degree.
• Work requirement:
  • Preference will be given to candidates who have recently completed their\ SAICA training contracts at a small firm of Chartered Accountants and Registered Auditors.
  • Candidates must have advanced caseware experience.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Working under the guidance of experienced Chartered Accountants / SAIPA Professional Accountants / Registered Auditors
• Hands-on working environment with active participation in all aspects of rendering services to clients
• Assisting with the preparation of financial statements, management accounts, and tax returns
• Conducting audits and assurance engagements in compliance with auditing standards
• Participating in client meetings and liaising with clients on financial matters
• Developing a strong understanding of accounting principles, tax laws, and auditing procedures
• Keeping up-to-date with industry trends, regulations, and best practices
• Working collaboratively with team members to deliver high-quality services to clients
• Actively pursuing the completion of a SAICA-accredited Bachelors degree if the degree is not yet completed

All applicants must meet all the following requirements:

• Proficient in English – read, write and speak, and basic Afrikaans
• Strong academic record: Applicants with a poor academic record will not be considered
• Fully computer literate with experience in Caseware, tax software, MS Office, accounting programs and e-filing
• Valid SA driver’s licence
• Resident in Pretoria or willing to relocate to Pretoria, or be within reasonable travelling distance of Pretoria for daily commuting to the office in Menlo Park, Pretoria