SAIPA Training Accountant 2027 Intake
Sagen Advisory · George, Western Cape
Overview
Kickstart your accounting career with a SAIPA training contract at a medium sized audit firm in George that is part of a global network. You will get hands on experience in accounting, tax, VAT, PAYE and client work while working towards your SAIPA qualification. Ideal for recent graduates with a BCom or BAccounting degree who are ambitious, detail oriented and ready to learn in a supportive team environment.
About the role
This is a SAIPA training contract for the 2027 intake at a medium sized accounting and audit firm in George. The firm is part of a global network with a strong international brand and offers assurance, accounting and consulting services to a wide range of clients from individuals to large corporates in both the private and public sectors.
As a SAIPA Training Accountant, you will be involved in real client work from the start. You will perform accounting tasks, produce client reports and handle administrative duties. Your day to day work will include full bookkeeping and accounting functions up to trial balance, managing debtors and creditors, bank and petty cash, journals, VAT and PAYE reviews, invoicing, debtors collections, IRP5 calculations and submissions, and maintaining SARS accounts. You will also assist with PAYE, UIF and SDL calculations and EMP201 submissions, registrations and deregistrations for Income Tax, PAYE, VAT and Import and Export licenses, tax clearance applications, UIF registration and administration, VAT calculations and VAT201 submissions, and WCA registrations and returns. Client liaison is a key part of the role.
Application notes: The firm is looking for candidates with a completed qualifying accounting or related degree, diploma or certificate from an accredited institution. You will need your own transport and a valid driver's license. This is a permanent full time position with a market related salary.
Requirements
- BAccounting, BCom Accounting, BCom Management Accounting, BCom Financial Accounting, or equivalent qualification from an accredited institution
- Computer literacy
- Ability to work in a team
- Excellent attention to detail
- Valid driver's license and own transport
- Willingness to take initiative and work independently
Responsibilities
- Perform accounting work and produce client reports
- Handle full bookkeeping and accounting function up to trial balance, including debtors, creditors, bank, petty cash and journals
- Manage VAT and PAYE reviews
- Process invoicing and debtors collections
- Calculate, reconcile and submit IRP5s
- Liaise with clients
- Maintain SARS accounts
- Calculate PAYE, UIF and SDL and submit EMP201s
- Register and deregister for Income Tax, PAYE, VAT and Import and Export licenses
- Apply for tax clearance
- Administer UIF registration
- Calculate VAT and submit VAT201s
- Handle WCA registrations, submit returns and arrange letters of good standing
- Perform administrative duties
Job details
- Organisation
- Sagen Advisory
- Location
- George, Western Cape
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Entry
- Education
- Bachelor
- Category
- Accounting & Finance
- Application Method
- Apply online
Success Guide
This SAIPA training contract is a great stepping stone if you have just finished your accounting degree and want to gain practical experience while working towards your professional designation. The firm is medium sized but connected to a global network, so you will get exposure to real client work and international standards.
When you apply, make sure your CV clearly shows your academic results, any bookkeeping or tax knowledge you have, and that you have your own transport. In the interview, they will likely ask about your understanding of basic accounting principles, VAT and PAYE, and how you handle deadlines and attention to detail. Be ready to give examples from your studies or any part time work. Show that you are eager to learn and can work both in a team and independently.
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