Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd is the state-owned electricity utility in South Africa, responsible for the generation, transmission, and distribution of approximately 86% of the country’s electricity needs. It is the largest producer of electricity in Africa. Eskom is wholly owned by the South African government, with the Minister of Electricity and Energy serving as the shareholder representative. Its operations are regulated by various bodies, including the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA).

The Eskom Graduate in Training – Finance Programme offers an opportunity for Finance graduates to gain hands-on workplace experience while supporting the Finance Centre of Excellence (COE). The programme is based at Rosherville, under the Finance Division, on a fixed-term contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Finance COE functions and initiatives
• Contribute to Safety, Health, Environment and Quality compliance
• Participate in continuous improvement activities

Skills Required

• Strong analytical skills
• Effective communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Knowledge Areas

• Accounting principles and concepts
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Financial risk assessment
• Business acumen
• Customer orientation
• Results orientation
• Judgement and decision-making

Attributes

• Accountability
• Ability to work independently

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• BComm Finance OR
• CIMA

Experience

• No prior experience required

Important Note

If you do not receive communication within 28 days after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.

Eskom is committed to employment equity, equality, and diversity, and encourages applications from designated groups and persons with disabilities.