Job title : BDO Wave 2026 ACCA Traineeship - Cape Town (Cape Town CBD)
Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town
Deadline : October 25, 2025
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Description
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 with ACCA.The Trainee Accountant vacancies are for January 2026 where first-year trainees will start their training contract within the BDO Wave Audit division based Cape Town. The training contract will ensure that you obtain the support to write the strategic level exams and achieve the competencies required to register with ACCA. You will be equipped with generalist expertise and experience in a broad range of commercial sectors. As a BDO Wave Audit professional, you’ll work in a fast-paced environment and help BDO Wave to deliver exceptional client service.Roles and Responsibilities
Audit (Technical)
Assist in the delivery of audits from planning through to completion, gaining exposure to the full audit cycleSupport planning activities by preparing audit planning documents, creating system notes, and contributing to risk assessmentsDuring execution, perform audit procedures across financial statement areas such as payroll, cash and bank, revenue, cost of sales, expenses, and property, plant and equipment (PPE)Evaluate evidence to assess whether there is a risk of material misstatement within financial data and document findings clearlyEscalate issues identified to senior team members and assist in resolving queriesContribute to completion procedures, including final analytical reviews, clearing outstanding queries, preparing completion checklists, and assisting in drafting audit reportsDevelop professional judgement by linking audit findings to business risks and industry contextAdministration
Complete monthly feedback forms by requesting input from managers on work performed during audit engagementsTrack and update monthly skills reviews within the Learning & Training System (LTS) to monitor competencies obtained, supporting sign-off at the end of the training contractPrepare and deliver presentations, and actively participate in team presentations to build professional communication skillsStudying
Progress towards the ACCA qualification with structured support and mentorshipBalance work and study commitments, developing resilience and disciplineApply theoretical knowledge from ACCA studies directly into audit engagements, strengthening both technical ability and professional judgementStudy support :
Exam and tuition costs covered by BDO Wave for the first attempt of your ACCA examsLecture preparation with an approved Learning Service Provider covered by BDO WavePaid study leaveRequirements
Education :
ACCA accredited degree from an approved university with auditing as one of the major subjects, preferably completed 2024 or 2025Skills :
Keen willingness to learn and bring energy and aspiration to the audit teamAbility to handle and manage stressAbility to meet tight deadlines and work well under pressureExcellent command of English, both written and spokenExcellent communication skillsExcellent interpersonal skills for internal and external stakeholder relationship managementFlexible in terms of working hours when requiredProject management skillsHigh attention to detail and commitment to qualityTeam playerDemonstrate a commitment to self-development and growthAbility to work within diverse teamsStrong organisational ability.Accounting / Financial Services jobs