The City of Johannesburg is offering a fantastic opportunity for aspiring accountants through its Trainee Accountant Programme 2025. This three-year professional training programme is designed to develop the next generation of Chartered Accountants who will contribute meaningfully to the public sector.
Primary Function of the Trainee Accountant Programme
The City of Johannesburg Trainee Accountant Programme aims to develop trainee accountants by offering them a comprehensive training experience. This programme focuses on equipping trainees with critical thinking skills to analyze financial and non-financial information, and to contribute to decision-making processes that have a direct impact on the city’s economy and society.
What to Expect During Training
During the course of this Trainee Accountant Programme, trainee accountants will:
- Be exposed to various departments and municipal entities within the City of Johannesburg.
- Gain experience in ethical leadership and sustainable value creation for a range of stakeholders.
- Be developed into professionals with strong decision-making and business acumen.
The Trainee Accountant Programme is structured to provide hands-on work experience while rotating across different departments. Trainees will also be guided by South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) training regulations, which ensures they receive practical experience and achieve the required competencies for the CA2025 Programme.
Key Performance Areas
Participants in the Trainee Accountant Programme will be trained in the following areas:
- Ethics & Citizenship
- Business Acumen
- Decision-Making Acumen
- Relational Acumen
- Digital Acumen
- Business & Finance Strategy
- Internal Audit
- Governance
- Financial Management
- Accounting & Financial Reporting
- Risk Management
- Internal Audit
- Taxation
These areas are essential for developing well-rounded professionals ready to contribute to the public sector’s financial health and governance.
Leading Competencies Required
Applicants for the Trainee Accountant Programme must possess the following key competencies:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to work well in a team.
- Excellent computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Planning and organizational skills.
- Collaboration and effective communication, both verbal and written.
- Project management capabilities.
- Time management and multi-tasking abilities.
- Attention to detail is critical.
Core Competencies:
- Knowledge of Finance Management.
- Strong Business Acumen.
Programme Structure
The ACA Training Programme is a structured three-year training initiative that provides trainee accountants with comprehensive exposure to:
- Financial Management and accounting.
- Local Government Operations.
- Internal Audit and Risk Management.
- Financial Reporting and Governance.
Through the Trainee Accountant Programme, participants will gain the skills and experience required to excel in their careers. The trainees will also receive competitive, market-related salaries and a comprehensive training experience aimed at building professional accountants with technical competence.
Requirements for Application
Minimum Requirements:
To apply for the Trainee Accountant Programme, candidates must:
- Have a Grade 12 (NQF 4) qualification.
- Have completed or be in the final year of completing a Certificate in Theory of Accounting (CTA) or Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting (PGDA), recognized by SAICA as a prerequisite for admission to the Initial Assessment of Competence (IAC) in January 2025.
- Have 0 – 1 year of relevant experience.
- Be residents of Johannesburg.
Application Process
To apply for the Trainee Accountant Programme, please follow these steps:
- Complete the online job application form.
- Attach the following documents:
- Certified Qualifications.
- Certified South African ID.
- Detailed CV.
- Motivation Letter (500 words).
- Full Academic Transcripts and Records.
Applicants are encouraged to use Google Chrome when applying and should note that the City of Johannesburg reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Additional Information
- The City of Johannesburg follows an Employment Equity Policy and encourages applications from people with disabilities.
- The City is committed to being an equal-opportunity employer.
- Should you not receive any communication within 6 weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Remuneration
Participants in the Trainee Accountant Programme will receive a basic salary of R31 462.75 (including benefits), with placement at the ACA Training Office located in Braamfontein, Johannesburg.
The Trainee Accountant Programme offered by the City of Johannesburg is an exciting opportunity for aspiring Chartered Accountants who are looking to build a career in public finance management. Through this programme, you’ll gain practical experience, develop your skills, and become part of the solution to the financial challenges facing local government entities.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be part of the City of Johannesburg’s dynamic team, contributing to meaningful public service while developing your career in accounting!
Apply before Thursday, 26 September 2024, to secure your place in this highly competitive Trainee Accountant Programme.