Are you a recent Accounting or Commerce graduate with a passion for finance? BRB’s Premier Finance Graduate Programme in Port Elizabeth offers you a 12‑month fixed‑term contract—an exceptional opportunity to kick‑start your career in the fast-moving world of FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods).
About the Programme
- Location: BRB Depot, Port Elizabeth (Eastern Cape)
- Contract Type: 12‑month fixed‑term
- Department: Finance
- Closing Date: 20 June 2025
- Reference: PRE250519‑4
During your 12 months at BRB, you’ll be fully immersed in finance operations. Expect hands-on work, regular learning sessions, and exposure to soft skills development—facilitation, time management, teamwork, conflict resolution—all while building technical know‑how.
Who Should Apply?
- Recently graduated with a Bachelor in Accounting or BCom (Management Accounting)
- Matric certificate plus degree
- Some work experience is a bonus—but we’re excited to train motivated graduates
- Comfortable using MS Office, especially Excel
- Flexible to work overtime and weekends when needed
- Thrives in fast‑paced, changing environments (think FMCG!)
- Strong attention to detail, solid analytical skills, and stress resilience
- Loves teamwork and is passionate about a career in finance
What You’ll Do
As a Finance Graduate, your day-to-day tasks include:
- Accurate finance record‑keeping: From invoicing to reconciliations, you’ll log everything meticulously.
- Logbook tracking: You’ll fill in a workplace logbook showing your progress—an important part of your growth journey.
- Excel‑based analysis: Crunch numbers, prepare basic reports, and support cost‑control efforts.
- Collaboration: Work with various teams—from procurement to sales—and build strong working relationships.
- Soft skill development: Through training and real‑world situations, you’ll sharpen time‑management, facilitation, conflict‑resolution, and other essential workplace abilities.
- Adapting to change: Whether it’s new finance processes or unexpected deadlines, your flexibility and adaptability will be key.
Why Join This Graduate Programme?
- Real‑world exposure in FMCG
Get a deep dive into financial tasks within a dynamic FMCG operation—an industry vital to South Africa’s economy. - Structured learning and growth
From logbooks to mentoring sessions, you’re on a clear pathway to upskilling across both technical and personal development areas. - Enhanced career readiness
Experience with Excel, reconciliation, reporting—and soft skills training—equips you for finance roles in any industry. - Networking opportunities
Work closely with finance professionals and management, building relationships that set the stage for future mentorship and career development. - Pathway to permanent employment
High performance may lead to a full-time offer at BRB—launching your career in a reputable company.
Who’s Ideal for This Role?
- You’re a recent graduate or in your final year, ready for a career boost.
- You’re curious and coachable, eager to learn through hands-on work.
- You master Excel basics and are keen to grow more advanced skills.
- You handle pressure well, don’t shy away from overtime, and enjoy working weekends when needed.
- You love working with others, and are resilient and solution-driven.
- You’re passionate about finance and excited to build a career in it.
How to Apply
- Update your CV clearly showing your Bachelor’s degree, Excel skills, any relevant work exposure, and your enthusiasm for finance.
- Write a concise cover letter referencing job number PRE250519‑4, explaining why you’re the perfect fit—highlight your degree, teamwork, and readiness to learn.
- Submit before 20 June 2025 via the Premier Finance Internship portal or email (as per the job advert).
The Premier Finance Graduate Programme is more than just a job—it’s a carefully designed journey. You’ll build your finance skills in a real FMCG environment, and gain valuable personal development through structured training and teamwork.
If you’re driven, analytical, and passionate about finance, apply before 20 June 2025 with reference PRE250519‑4. Seize this chance to grow at BRB—where your success as a finance professional begins!
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