Organisation: Sydsen Recruit
Location: Johannesburg North & East Rand, Gauteng
Duration: 12 Months
Reference Number: PTA000577
Closing Date: 12 October 2025
About Sydsen Recruit
Founded in 2008, Sydsen Recruit has grown into one of South Africa’s most trusted names in the recruitment industry. Known for professionalism, efficiency, and reliability, the company has built strong partnerships with top automotive brands like Super Group, McCarthy, and Barloworld, while also delivering recruitment services across multiple sectors, including finance, insurance, IT, FMCG, and manufacturing.
What sets Sydsen Recruit apart is its team-focused culture and highly skilled consultants. These professionals combine industry expertise with tailored recruitment strategies to deliver placements that benefit both clients and candidates.
About the Sydsen Recruit Accounts Internship
Sydsen Recruit is offering a 12-month Accounts Internship Programme for finance graduates who want to gain real workplace exposure. The internship will be hosted by a client in the automotive industry and based in Johannesburg North and the East Rand.
The programme provides hands-on training in core financial functions, equipping interns with skills in:
- Bank reconciliations and account allocations
- Cashflow forecasting to support financial planning
- Debtors management, receipting, allocation, and reporting
- FIC reporting in compliance with regulations
- Accounts payable and creditors management
- Petty cash and banking transactions
- General ledger reconciliations
- Vehicle administration and floorplan payments
- DIC (Documented Internal Controls) processing
- Uniform management, from orders to delivery
- Ordering control for books and stock monitoring
This well-rounded programme offers graduates the chance to gain practical finance skills while contributing to the daily operations of a busy corporate finance team.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Interns will:
- Perform bank reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy.
- Manage debtors and creditors, keeping records updated and payments on track.
- Prepare cashflow forecasts to monitor liquidity and financial health.
- Submit FIC reports in line with company and legal requirements.
- Handle petty cash, banking transactions, and ledger allocations.
- Process floorplan payments and manage vehicle administration tasks.
- Reconcile the general ledger and identify discrepancies.
- Support administrative processes such as uniform fittings and ordering control.
Eligibility Criteria
Before applying, make sure you meet the following requirements:
- A qualification (or studying towards) in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (advantageous).
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (advantageous).
- Strong administrative and organisational skills.
How to Apply
Applications for the Sydsen Recruit Accounts Internship 2025–2026 must be submitted online.
Steps to apply:
- Visit the official Sydsen Recruit application portal.
- Upload your most recent CV, showcasing your skills and qualifications.
- Ensure that all details provided are accurate and truthful – false information will lead to disqualification.
- Follow the online submission process carefully. Hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will not be accepted.
Important Information
- Applications must be submitted on or before 12 October 2025.
- Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
- If you do not receive feedback within 14 days after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
- Sydsen Recruit retains full authority over all hiring decisions, which are final and binding.
Why Apply?
The Sydsen Recruit Accounts Internship is an opportunity to:
- Gain real-world finance experience in a corporate setting.
- Learn directly from experienced finance professionals.
- Strengthen your skills in accounting, compliance, and administration.
- Take a valuable step towards a career in finance, business, or administration.
This internship is designed to provide not just work exposure but also career growth opportunities for motivated graduates.
📌 Closing Date: 12 October 2025
