Audit & Assurance: Trainee Accountant (External Audit) – Contract (KZN/JHB/CPT) Job at Deloitte

Job Description

Main purpose

• A trainee works under the guidance of a senior professional to perform statutory external audits in accordance with specific laws and rules, on financial statements of a company; government entity or organisation.  This process includes evaluating a company’s internal controls, policies and guidelines, and to ensure that such policies are adequate and functional. A trainee is also required to provide leadership and guidance to junior trainees on external audit engagements.

Qualifications

Required qualifications

• Relevant SAICA accredited degree
• Relevant SAICA accredited post graduate degree, CTA or the equivalent
• Currently with a big4 firm

Specialized Competencies·   

Technical and Behavioural Competencies

Functional Competencies

• Ability to prioritise
• Excellent communication skills across all mediums
• Negotiation ability
• In-depth understanding of business operations
• Ability to think strategically as well as understand the detail
• Networking skills
• Have strong analytical skills
• Have strong business acumen skills

Technical Competencies

• Strong Leadership skills
• Excellent computer literacy
• Project management skills

Behavioural Competencies

• Highly influential
• Ability to deal with pressure
• Ability to prioritise and multi-task
• Flexibility and embracing of change
• Ability to actively engage with people at all levels
• Strong relationship building skills
• Focused on client service and satisfaction
• Ability to work in a team
• High level of energy and enthusiasm