Absa Group Financial Accounting Internship 2026

Opportunity Overview

Absa Group offers a 12-month FASSET-funded graduate internship for BCom Accounting graduates seeking articles-aligned experience within group finance and reporting teams in Johannesburg.

This internship is based in Johannesburg CBD, Gauteng (Gauteng) and falls under the FASSET — Finance & Accounting Services, leading to a NQF Level 7 qualification. A monthly stipend is provided: R9 000 – R11 000 / month.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum qualification: Degree (NQF 7)
• South African citizen with a valid ID
• Aged 18–35 (youth programme)
• Currently unemployed and not on another funded programme
• Clear criminal record
• BCom Accounting or equivalent (completed)
• Aged 18–35, South African citizen

Key Responsibilities

During this internship you will:

• Assisting with monthly management accounts and general-ledger reconciliations
• Supporting IFRS-compliant financial reporting and audit preparation
• Capturing and validating journals in SAP under supervision
• Helping prepare variance analysis and board reporting packs
• Completing structured technical training toward a professional designation

Stipend & Benefits

Successful candidates receive a monthly stipend of R9 000 – R11 000 / month for the duration of the programme, on-the-job mentorship, and a nationally recognised NQF Level 7 qualification on successful completion.

How to Apply — Step by Step

• Check that you qualify against the minimum requirements above before applying.
• Prepare and certify your documents (not older than 3 months):
• Certified copy of your South African ID
• Certified copy of your highest qualification / latest results
• Updated CV (maximum 2 pages)
• A short motivational letter
• Submit your application using one of the methods below.
• Apply before the closing date: 17 October 2026. Late applications are not considered.

• Apply online: Visit www.absa.africa/absaafrica/careers/, search for "Financial Accounting Internship 2026", and complete the online application form.
• Apply by email: Send your CV and certified documents to graduates@absa.africa with the subject line "Financial Accounting Internship 2026 – [Your Name]".

Beware of scams: A legitimate internship will never ask you to pay a fee to apply or to "secure your place". If you are asked for money, it is a scam.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard back within four weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful for this round. Absa Group is an equal-opportunity employer; preference may be given to candidates from designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Act.