Young Professional-in-Training (IA) at Transnet for Unemployed graduates (Internal Auditing/ Accounting)
- Career Exibs SA
- 7 days ago
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Young Professional-in-Training (Internal Audit)
Operating Division: Transnet Corporate Centre
Employee Group: Trainee
Department: TCC
Location: Johannesburg
Reporting To: Specialist: Youth Development
Grade: GRAD_6
Reference: req3221
The closing date is on 19/08/2025. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
Transnet Corporate Centre and Academy is seeking dynamic, recently qualified graduates in Internal Auditing or Accounting who are passionate about building a career in Internal Audit. Successful candidates will join a structured 24-month programme accredited by the Institute of Internal Auditors South Africa (IIASA).
Position Outputs
As a Young Professional-in-Training, you will:
• Shadow experienced staff across various functions, participate in learning experiences, attend meetings and workshops, and gain exposure to multiple areas of the business to build practical skills.
• Support audit teams in delivering assignments outlined in the scoping letter by performing audit tests, documenting systems, testing controls, and preparing working papers to support findings.
• Engage with customers to understand their needs, determine urgency, and provide regular progress updates.
• Represent Internal Audit in working groups, contributing to the development of strong systems of control within the organization.
• Assist in investigations by helping plan and conduct preliminary reviews, and preparing reports for your line manager’s review.
• Track and monitor the compilation, approval, and timely submission of all Transnet Internal Audit (TIA) reports to the relevant governance forums.
Qualifications and Experience
• National Diploma or BCom Degree in Internal Auditing or Accounting.
• 0–1 year of relevant work experience.
• MS Office packages
• Must be a South African citizen.
• Age between 18 and 35 years.
Competencies
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• Sound understanding of accounting and business process fundamentals.
• Ability to work effectively in a team, solve problems, and maintain strong attention to detail.