2026 Shoprite Bursary Opportunity: Apply Now for a Fully Funded Career
Reference Number: SHO250131-6
Country: South Africa
Application Ending Date: 2025October 30
Purpose of the Bursary:
The Shoprite Bursary represents a significant investment in the future of the Company, designed specifically to identify, nurture, and financially support exceptionally talented students pursuing a career in Chartered Accountancy.
Our goal is to attract individuals with a strong academic record and a passion for finance, ultimately integrating them into our dynamic and highly skilled Finance team upon successful completion of their academic qualifications.
We believe in fostering talent from the ground up, and the bursary program serves as a vital pipeline for future leaders within Shoprite.
Building upon this foundation, the Shoprite SAICA Trainee Accountant Programme is meticulously structured to provide trainees with unparalleled exposure to the vast and complex landscape of the commerce industry.
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This immersive experience spans across various facets of the business, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of how finance functions within a real-world commercial setting. Beyond practical experience, the program also offers robust academic support, including access to resources and mentorship tailored to the SAICA curriculum.
Each trainee is carefully paired with a member of our experienced management team, providing ongoing guidance and mentorship to ensure the development of well-rounded Chartered Accountants equipped to excel in their future careers.
We are committed to not only technical proficiency but also the cultivation of strong leadership and communication skills.
The core of the SAICA Trainee Accountant Programme lies in its comprehensive three-year duration, during which trainees are afforded the invaluable opportunity to rotate through different departments and functional areas of the business.
This rotational structure provides hands-on, on-the-job training that is crucial for developing a deep understanding of the interconnectedness of various business operations and their impact on financial performance.
Through this practical experience, trainees gain the best possible technical exposure, carefully designed to facilitate the development of the prescribed SAICA learning outcomes. This rigorous approach ensures that trainees are thoroughly prepared to confidently tackle the demanding SAICA APC exam and ultimately achieve their goal of becoming fully qualified Chartered Accountants.
The rotations are strategically planned to maximize learning and provide a holistic view of the business, setting our trainees apart.
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For aspiring Chartered Accountants who are actively seeking the perfect Training Office to launch their career, we encourage you to consider the Shoprite SAICA Trainee Accountant Programme. We believe we offer a uniquely supportive and challenging environment where you can thrive.
Don’t delay – apply today or reach out to our recruitment team to learn more about the program and how it can help you achieve your professional aspirations. Discover how the Shoprite SAICA Trainee Accountant Programme can provide you with the skills, knowledge and support you need to become a successful and impactful Chartered Accountant within a leading organization.
Qualifications:
BCom Accounting, BAcc (CA stream) degree
- 65%+ Aggregate
- 2nd, 3rd and 4th academic year/ PGDA / CTA
- SA citizen
- 27 years old and younger
