BDO: Traineeship Opportunity 2021

Closing Date: 31 December 2020
Location: Cape Town, Johannesburg, Port Elizabeth

The Trainee Accountant vacancies are for 2021 first-year trainees wanting to start their training contract within the BDO Financial Services (FS) division. The training contract will ensure that you achieve the SAICA competencies to register as a Chartered Accountant and equip you with specialist expertise and experience in the Banking, Insurance, Asset Management, and Funds industries. As a BDO Financial Services professional, you’ll work in a fast-paced, innovative, and technology-driven environment and help BDO’s established FS business to deliver exceptional client service and further disrupt and transform the FS industry.

We are looking for candidates who would like:

Exposure and specialization in the financial services sector, which includes banking, asset management, stockbroking, investment management, funds, and insurance companies;
Hands-on experience with clients and management;
Open door policy with managers and partners;
Innovative and disruptive thinking; and
A supportive environment that is focused on skills development and professionalism.

Requirements

Honors / PGDA / CTA or equivalent level qualification at a SAICA recognized University.
Upload your CV, copy of ID, Matric Certificate, Academic Record, and Proof of Registration for CTA this year.

Competencies

A passion for Financial Markets and eagerness to specialize within the Financial Services sector;
Keen willingness to learn and bring energy and aspiration to a growing and innovative team;
Strong technical ability;
High level of attention to detail and analytical and problem-solving abilities;
Ability to communicate effectively;
Ability to relate to clients;
Ability to apply sound professional judgment;
Demonstrate a commitment to self-development and growth;
Ability to work within diverse teams;
Strong organizational ability.