Effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.
Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences
Maintaining stable performance under pressure or opposition (such as time pressure or job ambiguity); handling stress in a manner that is acceptable to others and to the organisation.
An obligation to act for the benefit of society at large.
Displaying a conscious knowledge of one's own character, feelings, motives, and desires.
Staying with a position or plan of action until the desired objective is obtained or is no longer reasonably attainable.
The ability to find solutions to difficult or complex issues.
Presenting ideas effectively to individuals or groups when given time to prepare; delivering presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience.
Effectively exploring alternatives and positions to reach outcomes that gain the support and acceptance of all parties.
Ensuring that a meeting serves its business objectives while using appropriate interpersonal styles and methods and considering the needs and potential contributions of others.
Encouraging others to seek opportunities for different and innovative approaches to addressing problems and opportunities; facilitating the implementation and acceptance of change within the workplace.
Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.
Actively identifying new areas for learning; regularly creating and taking advantage of learning opportunities; using newly gained knowledge and skill on the job and learning through their application.
Dealing effectively with others in an antagonistic situation; using appropriate inter-personal styles and methods to reduce tension or conflict between two or more people.
Accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time.
Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.
The following skills/tools are beneficial, but not necessary to qualify for the
opportunity.
and
must
have
Full-time work
experience
The ideal candidate
must have
no more than
25 months of experience
and
must
have a qualification in the discipline of
Accounting and Auditing
or Finance
and
must complete their qualification
on or before
4 January 2022
The ideal candidate
must have
at least a Honours Degree or
equivalent qualification
and
must
have a qualification in the discipline of
Accounting and Auditing
or Finance
and
must complete their qualification
on or before
4 January 2021
and
must have
at least a Bachelor's Degree or
equivalent qualification
The ideal candidate
must have an aggregate of
at least
55 %
The ideal candidate
have nationality in ZA
Required to be eligible to apply for this opportunity.
The purpose of the Absa Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) program is to provide our handpicked CIMA trainees with the relevant experience and competencies needed to qualify as efficient and competent accountants at the end of their 3-year training contract. This is attained by rotating trainees, for 6 to 8 months at a time, into business areas across the Bank that are able to provide the appropriate training.
We place your professional and personal development at the forefront of your journey as an Absa CIMA trainee, with technical and soft skill training underpinning your day-to-day job. As a trainee, your growth will be further cemented by coaching, mentoring, conference attendance and participation with the wider Absa Graduate Program (Gen A) on an array of learning programs.
Our Executive Committee (Exco) is fully supportive of our trainees and take pride in your growth and achievement. For this reason, each quarter, an Exco member will host a Trainee engagement session where you will have the opportunity to network with the Leadership of the Bank. With your involvement with your peers on the Gen A program, you will be able to seize each networking opportunity, at all levels, across the Bank. Absa will provide financial assistance for exam fees, tuition for the CIMA objective tests and case study exams to better equip you with the knowledge and skills that are fundamental to pass. This is further complemented by generous study leave benefits that are specific to the program.
Once you have successfully completed the 3 years of practical experience and the CIMA exams, you will qualify as a well rounded Chartered Global Management Accountants (CGMA) with an exciting career trajectory.
Entry criteria:
We encourage you to apply for the program if you are currently enrolled for an Honors degree (or higher) in Financial Management that will provide you with exemptions for the CIMA Managerial level (objective tests P2, F2 & E2).
Adaptability
Attention to Detail
Conflict Management
Continuous Learning
Critical Judgment
Leading and Managing Change
Meeting Leadership
Negotiating and Mediating
Presentation
Problem Solving
Resilience / Tenacity
Self-Awareness
Social Responsibility
Stress Management
Thinking Strategically
Time Management/Priority Setting
