Standard Bank Group CA(SA) Training Programme Entry Level 2026

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Posted Date:

18 Feb 2026

Closing Date:

31 May 2026

Posted Date:

18 Feb 2026

Closing Date:

18 Feb 2026

Posted Date:

18 Feb 2026

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31 May 2026

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Position Overview

Standard Bank Group is recruiting Accountants for its prestigious CA(SA) Training Programme, a 36-month structured initiative within the Group Functions business segment. This programme offers a unique pathway to becoming a Chartered Accountant outside traditional auditing, with finance-focused rotations designed to achieve SAICA competencies.

For over 25 years, this programme has produced 60+ executives and senior managers, establishing a legacy of leadership through a rotational model spanning 40+ opportunities across diverse banking operations. The programme provides international exposure and tailored career development for dynamic individuals pursuing CA(SA) designation.

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Position Overview

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Position Overview

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Position Overview

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Who Should Apply

This opportunity is ideal for:

Recent graduates holding Postgraduate qualifications from SAICA-accredited universities
Candidates who completed or are completing SAICA-accredited Certificate in Theory of Accounting (CTA)
Individuals with Honours in Accounting, PGDA, or GDA qualifications
Candidates eligible to write IAC Board Assessment post-GDA/CTA/PGDA completion
Challenge-seekers motivated by transformation, growth, and pursuit of excellence
Individuals committed to lifelong learning and adapting at pace

Tip: Ensure you have completed your CTA qualification. Applicants currently completing CTA Level 1 or BCTA (bridging course) are NOT eligible.

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Who Should Apply

This opportunity is ideal for:

Recent graduates holding Postgraduate qualifications from SAICA-accredited universities
Candidates who completed or are completing SAICA-accredited Certificate in Theory of Accounting (CTA)
Individuals with Honours in Accounting, PGDA, or GDA qualifications
Candidates eligible to write IAC Board Assessment post-GDA/CTA/PGDA completion
Challenge-seekers motivated by transformation, growth, and pursuit of excellence
Individuals committed to lifelong learning and adapting at pace

Tip: Ensure you have completed your CTA qualification. Applicants currently completing CTA Level 1 or BCTA (bridging course) are NOT eligible.

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Who Should Apply

This opportunity is ideal for:

Recent graduates holding Postgraduate qualifications from SAICA-accredited universities
Candidates who completed or are completing SAICA-accredited Certificate in Theory of Accounting (CTA)
Individuals with Honours in Accounting, PGDA, or GDA qualifications
Candidates eligible to write IAC Board Assessment post-GDA/CTA/PGDA completion
Challenge-seekers motivated by transformation, growth, and pursuit of excellence
Individuals committed to lifelong learning and adapting at pace

Tip: Ensure you have completed your CTA qualification. Applicants currently completing CTA Level 1 or BCTA (bridging course) are NOT eligible.

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Who Should Apply

This opportunity is ideal for:

Recent graduates holding Postgraduate qualifications from SAICA-accredited universities
Candidates who completed or are completing SAICA-accredited Certificate in Theory of Accounting (CTA)
Individuals with Honours in Accounting, PGDA, or GDA qualifications
Candidates eligible to write IAC Board Assessment post-GDA/CTA/PGDA completion
Challenge-seekers motivated by transformation, growth, and pursuit of excellence
Individuals committed to lifelong learning and adapting at pace

Tip: Ensure you have completed your CTA qualification. Applicants currently completing CTA Level 1 or BCTA (bridging course) are NOT eligible.

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Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

Postgraduate Degree from SAICA-accredited university
Completed (or completing) SAICA-accredited Certificate in Theory of Accounting
One of: Honours in Accounting, Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting (PGDA), Graduate Diploma in Accounting (GDA), or equivalent
Eligibility to write IAC Board Assessment post-qualification completion
NOT currently completing CTA Level 1 or BCTA bridging course

Tip: Verify your university's SAICA accreditation status before applying. Non-accredited qualifications will not meet programme requirements.

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Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

Postgraduate Degree from SAICA-accredited university
Completed (or completing) SAICA-accredited Certificate in Theory of Accounting
One of: Honours in Accounting, Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting (PGDA), Graduate Diploma in Accounting (GDA), or equivalent
Eligibility to write IAC Board Assessment post-qualification completion
NOT currently completing CTA Level 1 or BCTA bridging course

Tip: Verify your university's SAICA accreditation status before applying. Non-accredited qualifications will not meet programme requirements.

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Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

Postgraduate Degree from SAICA-accredited university
Completed (or completing) SAICA-accredited Certificate in Theory of Accounting
One of: Honours in Accounting, Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting (PGDA), Graduate Diploma in Accounting (GDA), or equivalent
Eligibility to write IAC Board Assessment post-qualification completion
NOT currently completing CTA Level 1 or BCTA bridging course

Tip: Verify your university's SAICA accreditation status before applying. Non-accredited qualifications will not meet programme requirements.

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Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

Postgraduate Degree from SAICA-accredited university
Completed (or completing) SAICA-accredited Certificate in Theory of Accounting
One of: Honours in Accounting, Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting (PGDA), Graduate Diploma in Accounting (GDA), or equivalent
Eligibility to write IAC Board Assessment post-qualification completion
NOT currently completing CTA Level 1 or BCTA bridging course

Tip: Verify your university's SAICA accreditation status before applying. Non-accredited qualifications will not meet programme requirements.

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Areas of Exposure

Applicant will develop practical skills in:

Banking operations across 40+ rotational opportunities within Standard Bank Group
Finance functions strategically aligned with SAICA competency achievement
International banking exposure through diverse placement options
Leadership and executive engagement through senior leader insight sessions
CA-focused learning and development platforms for continuous professional growth
Specialized upskilling through tailored leadership development initiatives

Tip: The rotational model ensures broad exposure. Be open to diverse placements; this breadth strengthens your CA(SA) competency portfolio.

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Areas of Exposure

Applicant will develop practical skills in:

Banking operations across 40+ rotational opportunities within Standard Bank Group
Finance functions strategically aligned with SAICA competency achievement
International banking exposure through diverse placement options
Leadership and executive engagement through senior leader insight sessions
CA-focused learning and development platforms for continuous professional growth
Specialized upskilling through tailored leadership development initiatives

Tip: The rotational model ensures broad exposure. Be open to diverse placements; this breadth strengthens your CA(SA) competency portfolio.

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Areas of Exposure

Applicant will develop practical skills in:

Banking operations across 40+ rotational opportunities within Standard Bank Group
Finance functions strategically aligned with SAICA competency achievement
International banking exposure through diverse placement options
Leadership and executive engagement through senior leader insight sessions
CA-focused learning and development platforms for continuous professional growth
Specialized upskilling through tailored leadership development initiatives

Tip: The rotational model ensures broad exposure. Be open to diverse placements; this breadth strengthens your CA(SA) competency portfolio.

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Areas of Exposure

Applicant will develop practical skills in:

Banking operations across 40+ rotational opportunities within Standard Bank Group
Finance functions strategically aligned with SAICA competency achievement
International banking exposure through diverse placement options
Leadership and executive engagement through senior leader insight sessions
CA-focused learning and development platforms for continuous professional growth
Specialized upskilling through tailored leadership development initiatives

Tip: The rotational model ensures broad exposure. Be open to diverse placements; this breadth strengthens your CA(SA) competency portfolio.

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Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Completing Year 1 finance-focused rotations to achieve SAICA competencies and gain holistic banking operations view
Participating in Year 2 personalized rotations tailored to unique skills and SAICA competency needs
Exploring Year 3 interest-based rotations while completing final SAICA competencies for permanent placement
Engaging actively in exam preparation for ITC and APC assessments with tailored support
Contributing to banking operations while developing technical and leadership capabilities

Tip: Approach each rotation strategically. Document competency achievements systematically for SAICA assessment requirements.

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Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Completing Year 1 finance-focused rotations to achieve SAICA competencies and gain holistic banking operations view
Participating in Year 2 personalized rotations tailored to unique skills and SAICA competency needs
Exploring Year 3 interest-based rotations while completing final SAICA competencies for permanent placement
Engaging actively in exam preparation for ITC and APC assessments with tailored support
Contributing to banking operations while developing technical and leadership capabilities

Tip: Approach each rotation strategically. Document competency achievements systematically for SAICA assessment requirements.

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Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Completing Year 1 finance-focused rotations to achieve SAICA competencies and gain holistic banking operations view
Participating in Year 2 personalized rotations tailored to unique skills and SAICA competency needs
Exploring Year 3 interest-based rotations while completing final SAICA competencies for permanent placement
Engaging actively in exam preparation for ITC and APC assessments with tailored support
Contributing to banking operations while developing technical and leadership capabilities

Tip: Approach each rotation strategically. Document competency achievements systematically for SAICA assessment requirements.

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Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Completing Year 1 finance-focused rotations to achieve SAICA competencies and gain holistic banking operations view
Participating in Year 2 personalized rotations tailored to unique skills and SAICA competency needs
Exploring Year 3 interest-based rotations while completing final SAICA competencies for permanent placement
Engaging actively in exam preparation for ITC and APC assessments with tailored support
Contributing to banking operations while developing technical and leadership capabilities

Tip: Approach each rotation strategically. Document competency achievements systematically for SAICA assessment requirements.

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Competencies & Skills

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

Technical accounting proficiency aligned with SAICA competency framework
Analytical thinking and financial problem-solving capacity
Communication ability for stakeholder engagement across banking operations
Leadership potential and willingness to embrace transformation
Adaptability and commitment to learning, unlearning, and growth at pace
Boldness and determination to push boundaries and unlock potential

Tip: Standard Bank values transformation mindset. Demonstrate your agility and openness to continuous learning during application and interviews.

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Competencies & Skills

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

Technical accounting proficiency aligned with SAICA competency framework
Analytical thinking and financial problem-solving capacity
Communication ability for stakeholder engagement across banking operations
Leadership potential and willingness to embrace transformation
Adaptability and commitment to learning, unlearning, and growth at pace
Boldness and determination to push boundaries and unlock potential

Tip: Standard Bank values transformation mindset. Demonstrate your agility and openness to continuous learning during application and interviews.

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Competencies & Skills

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

Technical accounting proficiency aligned with SAICA competency framework
Analytical thinking and financial problem-solving capacity
Communication ability for stakeholder engagement across banking operations
Leadership potential and willingness to embrace transformation
Adaptability and commitment to learning, unlearning, and growth at pace
Boldness and determination to push boundaries and unlock potential

Tip: Standard Bank values transformation mindset. Demonstrate your agility and openness to continuous learning during application and interviews.

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Competencies & Skills

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

Technical accounting proficiency aligned with SAICA competency framework
Analytical thinking and financial problem-solving capacity
Communication ability for stakeholder engagement across banking operations
Leadership potential and willingness to embrace transformation
Adaptability and commitment to learning, unlearning, and growth at pace
Boldness and determination to push boundaries and unlock potential

Tip: Standard Bank values transformation mindset. Demonstrate your agility and openness to continuous learning during application and interviews.

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What You Will Gain

Professional growth opportunities include:

36-month comprehensive CA(SA) training with SAICA competency achievement
Tailored exam support for ITC and APC success
Leadership development through specialized upskilling initiatives
Access to CA-focused learning and development platforms
Executive engagement and insight sessions with senior banking leaders
Personalized coaching and mentorship throughout training journey
International exposure through diverse rotational opportunities
Potential permanent placement within Standard Bank Group upon completion

Tip: This programme produced 60+ executives and senior managers. Your training foundation can lead to significant leadership opportunities within banking.

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What You Will Gain

Professional growth opportunities include:

36-month comprehensive CA(SA) training with SAICA competency achievement
Tailored exam support for ITC and APC success
Leadership development through specialized upskilling initiatives
Access to CA-focused learning and development platforms
Executive engagement and insight sessions with senior banking leaders
Personalized coaching and mentorship throughout training journey
International exposure through diverse rotational opportunities
Potential permanent placement within Standard Bank Group upon completion

Tip: This programme produced 60+ executives and senior managers. Your training foundation can lead to significant leadership opportunities within banking.

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What You Will Gain

Professional growth opportunities include:

36-month comprehensive CA(SA) training with SAICA competency achievement
Tailored exam support for ITC and APC success
Leadership development through specialized upskilling initiatives
Access to CA-focused learning and development platforms
Executive engagement and insight sessions with senior banking leaders
Personalized coaching and mentorship throughout training journey
International exposure through diverse rotational opportunities
Potential permanent placement within Standard Bank Group upon completion

Tip: This programme produced 60+ executives and senior managers. Your training foundation can lead to significant leadership opportunities within banking.

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What You Will Gain

Professional growth opportunities include:

36-month comprehensive CA(SA) training with SAICA competency achievement
Tailored exam support for ITC and APC success
Leadership development through specialized upskilling initiatives
Access to CA-focused learning and development platforms
Executive engagement and insight sessions with senior banking leaders
Personalized coaching and mentorship throughout training journey
International exposure through diverse rotational opportunities
Potential permanent placement within Standard Bank Group upon completion

Tip: This programme produced 60+ executives and senior managers. Your training foundation can lead to significant leadership opportunities within banking.

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Employment Equity

Standard Bank Group is committed to transformation, diversity, and inclusion. The bank seeks dynamic individuals from diverse backgrounds who embrace growth and are motivated by excellence. Standard Bank is passionate about growing its people and creating meaningful careers.

Tip: Standard Bank values diverse perspectives and backgrounds. All qualifying candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of origin.

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Employment Equity

Tip: Standard Bank values diverse perspectives and backgrounds. All qualifying candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of origin.

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Employment Equity

Tip: Standard Bank values diverse perspectives and backgrounds. All qualifying candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of origin.

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Employment Equity

Tip: Standard Bank values diverse perspectives and backgrounds. All qualifying candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of origin.

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Application Process

How to Apply:

Click (Apply Button and Submit application) via official Standard Bank careers platform
Application window: 02 February 2026 – 31 May 2026
Complete online application form with accurate information
Upload all required documentation as specified
Ensure application completeness before submission deadline

Tip: Apply early within the application window. Early submissions allow sufficient time for processing and potential shortlisting communications.

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Application Process

How to Apply:

Click (Apply Button and Submit application) via official Standard Bank careers platform
Application window: 02 February 2026 – 31 May 2026
Complete online application form with accurate information
Upload all required documentation as specified
Ensure application completeness before submission deadline

Tip: Apply early within the application window. Early submissions allow sufficient time for processing and potential shortlisting communications.

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Application Process

How to Apply:

Click (Apply Button and Submit application) via official Standard Bank careers platform
Application window: 02 February 2026 – 31 May 2026
Complete online application form with accurate information
Upload all required documentation as specified
Ensure application completeness before submission deadline

Tip: Apply early within the application window. Early submissions allow sufficient time for processing and potential shortlisting communications.

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Application Process

How to Apply:

Click (Apply Button and Submit application) via official Standard Bank careers platform
Application window: 02 February 2026 – 31 May 2026
Complete online application form with accurate information
Upload all required documentation as specified
Ensure application completeness before submission deadline

Tip: Apply early within the application window. Early submissions allow sufficient time for processing and potential shortlisting communications.

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Required Documents

Comprehensive updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Certified copy of Postgraduate qualification from SAICA-accredited university
Certified copy of CTA, Honours, PGDA, or GDA certificate
Academic transcripts showing completed qualifications
Certified copy of South African ID document

Tip: Ensure all qualifications are from SAICA-accredited institutions. Non-accredited qualifications will result in automatic disqualification.

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Required Documents

Comprehensive updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Certified copy of Postgraduate qualification from SAICA-accredited university
Certified copy of CTA, Honours, PGDA, or GDA certificate
Academic transcripts showing completed qualifications
Certified copy of South African ID document

Tip: Ensure all qualifications are from SAICA-accredited institutions. Non-accredited qualifications will result in automatic disqualification.

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Required Documents

Comprehensive updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Certified copy of Postgraduate qualification from SAICA-accredited university
Certified copy of CTA, Honours, PGDA, or GDA certificate
Academic transcripts showing completed qualifications
Certified copy of South African ID document

Tip: Ensure all qualifications are from SAICA-accredited institutions. Non-accredited qualifications will result in automatic disqualification.

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Required Documents

Comprehensive updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Certified copy of Postgraduate qualification from SAICA-accredited university
Certified copy of CTA, Honours, PGDA, or GDA certificate
Academic transcripts showing completed qualifications
Certified copy of South African ID document

Tip: Ensure all qualifications are from SAICA-accredited institutions. Non-accredited qualifications will result in automatic disqualification.

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Quick Eligibility Checklist

✔ Postgraduate degree from SAICA-accredited university
✔ Completed CTA (or completing final stages)
✔ NOT currently in CTA Level 1 or BCTA
✔ Eligible for IAC Board Assessment
✔ All required documents certified and ready
✔ Available for 36-month programme commitment

Tip: The CTA Level 1/BCTA restriction is non-negotiable. Verify your current academic status before applying.

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Quick Eligibility Checklist

Tip: The CTA Level 1/BCTA restriction is non-negotiable. Verify your current academic status before applying.

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Quick Eligibility Checklist

Tip: The CTA Level 1/BCTA restriction is non-negotiable. Verify your current academic status before applying.

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Quick Eligibility Checklist

Tip: The CTA Level 1/BCTA restriction is non-negotiable. Verify your current academic status before applying.

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Important Notes

Standard Bank reserves the right not to make appointments. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Late applications submitted after 31 May 2026 will not be considered. Programme duration is 36 months with commitment required for full training period.

Tip: If not shortlisted, consider reapplying in future intakes. Many successful trainees applied multiple times before acceptance.

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Important Notes

Tip: If not shortlisted, consider reapplying in future intakes. Many successful trainees applied multiple times before acceptance.

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Important Notes

Tip: If not shortlisted, consider reapplying in future intakes. Many successful trainees applied multiple times before acceptance.

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Important Notes

Tip: If not shortlisted, consider reapplying in future intakes. Many successful trainees applied multiple times before acceptance.

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Disclaimer

This job description is based on the official vacancy announcement published by Standard Bank Group. Applicants are advised to verify all details, including application dates, eligibility criteria, and programme specifics, through Standard Bank's official recruitment platform. The information provided is for educational and informational purposes only.

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