SAICA Trainee Accountant

Job Description

Nexia SABandT has an amazing opportunity for a SAICA Trainee Accountant based in Centurion, Pretoria at their Head office. They have a nationwide presence in South Africa, and through being a Nexia member firm, they are globally connected. This allows them to access internationally minded professionals and support local businesses in their overseas growth ventures. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting audits in accordance with International Standards of Auditing (ISA) and ensuring clients are compliant with applicable accounting standards.

Requirements

• SAICA eligibility
• Grade 12 (Essential)
• BCom Accounting Degree obtained
• Completed CTA 2/ PGDA (Preferred) – SAICA
• No work experience is required for this position
• Responds and adapts to change (Key Competency)
• Identifies problems, conducts research, evaluates evidence and makes appropriate decisions (Key Competency)
• Asks appropriate and probing questions to obtain required information (Key Competency)
• Communicates effectively in written and verbal format (Key Competency)
• Takes responsibility for own development (Key Competency)
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Display levels of patience and understanding
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Responsibility and accountability
• Negotiating skills
• Team player, approachable, receptive to feedback from others
• Ability to work in a pressurised environment
• Prioritising, ability to manage time effectively
• People management skills
• Good listening skills, actively clarifying what has been communicated to ensure understanding
• Integrity, honesty and confidentiality
• Assertive, able to handle conflicts
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to work in a culture diverse environment
• Self-motivated and energetic

Responsibilities

• Participate in audit engagements and executing the work plan
• Work effectively as a team member, sharing responsibility and providing support
• Communicating and updating senior team members on progress
• Preparing and attending meetings with target management teams
• Preparing reports and schedules, Interpreting financial statements
• Develop and maintain productive working relationships with clients
• Select appropriate accounting frameworks and policies
• Accounts for the entity’s transactions, including non-routine transactions
• Building strong internal working relationships across all services lines
• Contribute towards securing the best talent at the firm
• Act ethically and in accordance with the rules of professional conduct
• Maintain your own educational programme and develop your interpersonal skills