Job Opportunities at BDO South Africa

• Kickstart your career with us! We’ve got 12 month Fixed-Term Contract roles ready for you to explore.
• Step into your future with one of the world’s fastest-growing professional services firms. BDO’s YES Internship Programme is your chance to gain real work experience, grow your skills, and find your place in the world of business.

Who We Are

• At BDO, we’re all about people. We believe in helping you grow—not just as a professional, but as a person. When you join us, you’re not just an intern. You’re part of a team that’s shaping the future of work.

What’s In It for You?

• A hands-on, real-world learning experience
• Real projects, real impact—no coffee runs here
• Build your skills and confidence as you move from student to professional
• Be part of a young, energetic team that’s going places
• Connect and collaborate with BDO leaders and mentors
• Boost your personal and professional growth

Requirements
This is more than just an internship. It’s a launchpad.

Skills, That’ll Make You Stand Out:

• You know how to write a solid, professional email
• Comfortable using Microsoft Excel, Word & PowerPoint (intermediate level)
• You can communicate clearly and confidently in English—written and spoken
• You've got admin experience and know how to keep things running smoothly

Experience and Qualification We Value:

• You’ve done office support or admin work before—think data entry, collecting info, keeping things organized (but not just basic filing!)
• MS Office, Basic Excel, Communication & Teamwork skills
• People and Culture (HR) – Completed degree in HR/Industrial Psychology or Business Admin

What Makes You a Great Fit:

• You're fluent in English and know how to get your message across
• You’re a great communicator and know how to work well with others
• You can work independently and manage your time like a pro
• You care about getting the details right
• Teamwork is your vibe—you know how to collaborate and support

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• Kickstart your career with us! We’ve got 12 month Fixed-Term Contract roles ready for you to explore.
• Step into your future with one of the world’s fastest-growing professional services firms. BDO’s YES Internship Programme is your chance to gain real work experience, grow your skills, and find your place in the world of business.

Who We Are

• At BDO, we’re all about people. We believe in helping you grow—not just as a professional, but as a person. When you join us, you’re not just an intern. You’re part of a team that’s shaping the future of work.

What’s In It for You?

• A hands-on, real-world learning experience
• Real projects, real impact—no coffee runs here
• Build your skills and confidence as you move from student to professional
• Be part of a young, energetic team that’s going places
• Connect and collaborate with BDO leaders and mentors
• Boost your personal and professional growth

Requirements
This is more than just an internship. It’s a launchpad.

Skills, That’ll Make You Stand Out:

• You know how to write a solid, professional email
• Comfortable using Microsoft Excel, Word & PowerPoint (intermediate level)
• You can communicate clearly and confidently in English—written and spoken
• You've got admin experience and know how to keep things running smoothly

Experience and Qualification We Value:

• You’ve done office support or admin work before—think data entry, collecting info, keeping things organized (but not just basic filing!)
• Sound Knowledge of the Tax legislation and Tax law
• Completed Diploma/Degree in Tax, Finance or equivalent

What Makes You a Great Fit:

• You're fluent in English and know how to get your message across
• You’re a great communicator and know how to work well with others
• You can work independently and manage your time like a pro
• You care about getting the details right
• Teamwork is your vibe—you know how to collaborate and support

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• The ACCA Accountant Traineeship is a 3 Year Training Contract whereby you will gain the relevant experience in order to register as a Chartered Certified Accountant.
• The Trainee Accountant vacancies are for 2026 first year trainees wanting to start their training contract within the BDO Audit division. The training contract will ensure that you achieve the competencies to register with SAICA or ACCA 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

• Must have successfully completed all ACCA exams or will complete by December 2025.
• Must have selected Advanced auditing as one of the modules for ACCA exams.
• ACCA Accredited degree from a residential university with auditing as one of the major subjects.
• Must be a South African citizen

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 judgment.
• Demonstrate a commitment to self-development and growth.
• Ability to work within diverse teams.
• Strong organisational ability.

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ROLE PURPOSE

• The Senior Manager will lead and deliver governance, risk, compliance, and internal audit (GRC & IA) engagements with a specialisation in the Financial Services sector (banking, insurance, asset management, fintech). The role requires deep knowledge of regulatory frameworks, risk management, and assurance practices within FS, alongside the ability to work across industries where required. Candidates with professional services advisory experience will be strongly considered, while those with industry-side expertise in financial services risk and compliance are also highly valued.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Client Delivery & Engagement Management

• Lead GRC & IA assignments for FS clients (banks, insurers, fintechs, investment firms), ensuring alignment with regulatory and industry best practice.
• Design, review, and implement FS-specific risk management frameworks, compliance programs, and governance structures.
• Deliver internal audit services across credit risk, market risk, operational risk, conduct, compliance, IT risk, and ESG.
• Conduct regulatory compliance reviews (e.g., FSCA, SARB, Basel III/IV, Solvency II, IFRS 9/17, AML/CFT, Twin Peaks).
• Provide clients with strategic insights into emerging FS risks (cyber, climate, AI/digital disruption, regulatory change).
• Ensure work is delivered in line with IIA Standards, ISAE, King IV, and relevant FS regulatory frameworks.

Leadership & People Management

• Lead, mentor, and coach FS-focused teams of managers, seniors, and trainees.
• Build subject matter expertise in financial services risk, audit, and compliance across the team.
• Promote a collaborative and high-performance culture.

Business Development

• Support partners in growing the FS advisory portfolio.
• Lead FS-specific proposals, RFP responses, and pitch presentations.
• Build deep client relationships with FS boards, audit committees, risk committees, and C-Suite executives.
• Contribute to thought leadership in FS regulation, risk management, and governance trends.

Quality & Risk Management

• Act as engagement quality reviewer on complex FS audits and compliance assignments.
• Ensure compliance with firm and regulatory risk management standards.
• Champion innovation in FS risk/audit delivery, including RegTech, AI-driven analytics, and digital audit tools.

Requirements
KEY COMPETENCIES & SKILLS

• Strong technical knowledge of FS regulatory frameworks, governance, and risk management.
• Expertise in risk-based auditing across FS domains (credit, liquidity, capital, compliance, conduct, ESG, IT risk).
• Excellent communication and boardroom presence with FS stakeholders.
• Commercial acumen with ability to translate regulatory risk into business strategy.
• Leadership and mentoring ability within specialist FS teams.
• Ability to manage large, complex FS client portfolios.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• CA(SA), CIA, CISA, CRMA, CFA or equivalent professional designation.
• 8–10 years’ experience in FS-focused governance, risk, compliance, and internal audit.
• Prior experience in professional services/advisory firms (Big 4 / mid-tier) highly advantageous.
• Industry experience in FS institutions (banking, insurance, fintech, asset management) also valued.
• Proven ability to manage FS clients at C-Suite and board level.
• Familiarity with regulatory and governance frameworks (e.g., Basel III/IV, Solvency II, IFRS 9/17, FSCA/SARB requirements, King IV, AML, ESG).
• Exposure to technology risk, RegTech, AI/digital solutions in FS (advantageous).

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

• Quality and impact of FS client deliverables.
• Growth of FS client portfolio and revenue contribution.
• Client satisfaction at board, audit, and risk committee level.
• Effective leadership and team capability-building in FS specialism.
• Compliance with firm’s quality and regulatory standards.
• Contribution to innovation and FS thought leadership.

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• The Audit Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and ensuring that work is planned, executed and completed efficiently in accordance with the Firm’s policies and procedures and keeps the Engagement Manager and/or the Engagement Partner informed of matters or issues which might impact on the audit opinion or any other matters of concern or opportunities from the audit.

Responsibilities:

•  Ensure that the audit planning is signed off before commencement of execution of the audit
•  Manage preparation of detailed budgets & staff allocation
•  Submission of task code request & approval of overruns.
•  Communication of deadlines and budget to staff
•  Liaison with client and preparation of the schedule of audit requirements 
•  Perform function of principal client contact and take full responsibility for the client relationship management and ensure that all queries are solved timeously

Execution:

•  Review the draft financial statements and audit opinion
•  Attend & present at audit committee meetings
•  Attend and facilitate wrapup meetings
•  Ensure that the files for archiving are done
•  Ensure timeous archiving of files
• 'Ensure signed financials are given to the Audit Administrator

Competencies:

• Project Management
• English proficiency (Verbal and Written)
• Client interaction
• Negotiation
• Presentations Skills
• Administrative Skills

Qualifications:

•  At least PGDA/CTA 
•  ITC preferable
•  Completed 3 years SAICA training contract