SAIPA Trainee Accountants
Finance/Accounting - Finance/Accounting Management Western Cape FULL TIME Job Summary To qualify for this position, you need: * Completed BCom, Management Accounting or Financial Management. * Computer literate. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Working knowledge of Word and Excel. * Deadline driven and able to work independently. * Valid driver's license and own transport available during office hours. Duties and responsibilities include, but not limited to: * Capture transactions in accounting records. * Perform reconciliations. * Perform bookkeeping to trial balance. * Interpreting clients’ accounting records and compiling annual financial statements (IFRS for SME’). * Perform tax calculations and complete income tax returns and provisional tax returns. * Perform VAT and PAYE calculations in order to submit returns on E-filing. * Assist accountants with various client matters, including administrative work. * Resolve queries. * Performing tasks required in terms of the SAIPA competency framework. * Any other tasks related to the role as a SAIPA Trainee Accountant. *If you do not receive feedback within two weeks of submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful* I Grow Wealth Investments Recruiter
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Western Cape is an important market for jobs and professional roles in South Africa. The Western Cape mixes tourism, agriculture, tech, and creative industries with strong municipal and NGO hiring. Cape Town roles often attract national applicants, so local availability can be an advantage. Hospitality, wine and agriculture, software, design, and green-energy projects are common. Seasonal hiring spikes around summer; graduate programmes often open in the first half of the year. Peak-season traffic and long commutes from outlying towns can affect reliability. Mention clearly whether you can work on-site in Cape Town, Stellenbosch, or surrounding areas.
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