Job Description

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:

• R26,900 per month, R322,800 per annum, if the candidate has completed a SAICA training contract with a small firm of Chartered Accountants and Registered Auditors and has completed a SAICA-accredited B degree.
• Negotiable if SAICA-accredited B degree not yet completed or if candidate has completed a SAIPA training contract at a small firm of Chartered Accountants and Registered Auditors.
• Study bursary up to a maximum of R51,300 per calendar year for study purposes:

• Subject to performance terms and conditions.
• Candidates will be required to refund the bursary should they fail to complete the degree whilst an employee of the company.
• Participation in the company performance bonus scheme: Details to be provided at the commencement of the employment contract.
• Study leave for exam preparation and support
• Location:

• Flexible in-office working arrangements (No remote working).
• Mentorship and support from experienced Chartered Accountants
• Opportunity for career progression and growth within the company
• Exposure to a wide range of industries and clients
• Study requirements

• Completion of a SAICA-accredited Bachelor's degree
• At an advanced stage of completion of a SAICA-accredited Bachelor's degree: Candidate must enrol to continue with the SAICA-accredited Bachelor's studies.
• Work requirement:

• Preference will be given to candidates who have recently completed their SAICA / SAIPA training contracts at a small firm of Chartered Accountants and Registered

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 Bachelor's 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