Available Jobs at BDO South Africa

ABOUT THE GRADUATE PROGRAM:

• The Financial Services Advisory (FSA) graduate program is designed for graduates seeking to operate (and disrupt) as technologists within the Financial Services industry. The program entails extensive exposure to blue-chip clients and their management (both locally and globally) emerging trends in the technology space along with their governance and management, and a wealth of industry-leading insights and knowledge.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Unrivalled learning opportunity. We perform advisory services, which means every project is different, providing you with fresh challenges and the opportunity to expand your professional network.
• Exciting career growth prospects with remuneration to match the prospects of collaborating with professionals who are leaders in their field. The opportunity to explore less traditional actuarial fields and be more involved in leading edge projects.
• Extensive exposure to a broad range of risk work, providing the opportunity to build and strengthen a broad range od risk management skills.
• A large team of professionals to support business and professional growth and provide project resources
• Be a permanent member of our team from day one!
• The global BDO network provides opportunities to travel and access international best practices.
• Competitive policies for further studies and study leave.

Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS

• University graduate or in their final year of study in: (BCom / BSc / BBSc) or post-graduate degree, specialising in any of the following relevant fields:
• Information Systems/ Informatics;
• Information Technology;
• Actuarial Science;
• Computer/Data Science/Analytics;
• Mathematical Sciences/Statistics;
• (Applied/Financial) Mathematics;
• Quantitative Risk Management;
• (Applied) Statistics; or
• The intention to pursue a professional qualification (CFA / FRM / PRM / FIA / FASSA) is advantageous.

Additional skills that would be advantageous:

• Computer Literacy: Office 360 tools.
• Experience in C#, Python, R, or SAS.
• Internal audit.

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• The RED Vacation Work Programme is held in person, and our commitment to you and this process is unhindered. We would expect the same of you.

BDO’s RED Vacation Work Programme offers:

• Structured, output-based environment
• Grow your knowledge and experience as a student and potential Trainee.
• Open the door to join a dynamic and fast-growing team servicing BDO clients which are listed. 
• Meet, Interact, and develop relationships with, BDO SA managers and partners Stretch yourself personally and professionally.
• We have Vacation Work opportunities for 3rd year/BCTA/ACCA university students who meet the following criteria and are based in Gauteng.

Requirements

• Any 3rd year/ACCA/BCTA full-time university student who is studying:
• BCom in Accounting
• BCompt
• Bachelor of Accountancy
• Bachelor of  Business Science leading to a qualification as a CA (SA) at any South African university accredited by SAICA
• BCom/BCompt Honours
• Postgraduate in Specialised Accounting
• Bridging Course to CTA

Your application must include:

• Updated CV
• Academic transcripts
• Most recent assessment results
• Copy of South African ID

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• The SAICA Accountant Traineeship is a 3 Year Training Contract whereby you will learn all the necessary SAICA competencies to pass your APC qualification in order to register as a Chartered Accountant.
• The Trainee Accountant vacancies are for 2025 first year trainees wanting to start their training contract within the BDO Audit division. The training contract will ensure that you achieve the SAICA competencies to register as a Chartered Accountant and equip you with generalist expertise and experience in a broad range of commercial sectors. As a BDO Audit professional, you’ll work in a fast-paced environment and help BDO to deliver exceptional client service.  

We are looking for candidates who would like:

• Exposure to a broad range of client sectors;
• Hands on experience with clients and management;
• Open door policy with managers and partners;
• To learn about a broad range of businesses  from listed entities to entrepreneurial start ups;
• A supportive environment that is focused on skills development and professionalism.

Requirements 

• Honours / PGDA / CTA or equivalent level qualification at a SAICA recognised University.

Competencies:

• Keen willingness to learn and bring energy and aspiration to audit 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 judgement;
• Demonstrate a commitment to self-development and growth;
• Ability to work within diverse teams;
• Strong organisational ability.