When does the Moore South Africa bursary close?

Listings for the current cycle state a closing date of 30 June 2026. Because opportunities are posted per regional office, check the specific listing for your office on the Moore careers portal and apply well before the deadline.

How do I apply for the Moore South Africa SAICA Trainee Bursary?

Applications must be submitted online via the official Moore South Africa careers/eRecruit portal at careers.moore-southafrica.com (the underlying application system is moore-southafrica.graduate.erecruit.co). Applications are not accepted by email, in person or through third-party websites.

Can I apply if I am already at university?

Yes. The bursary is open to 1st, 2nd and 3rd year students registered for, or intending to register for, a SAICA-accredited BCom Accounting degree, provided you maintain an average of roughly 60% and meet the academic and financial-need criteria.

Was Moore South Africa previously known by another name?

Yes. Moore South Africa was formerly known as Moore Stephens. The bursary is recruited and administered per regional office, with opportunities posted for offices such as Johannesburg, Durban, Southern Cape, Gqeberha/Port Elizabeth and Humansdorp/Jeffreys Bay.

Accounting & Finance Moore South Africa (formerly Moore Stephens)

Moore South Africa SAICA Trainee Bursary

Moore South Africa awards SAICA Trainee Bursaries to high-potential students pursuing the Chartered Accountant CA(SA) route through a SAICA-accredited BCom Accounting degree at a recognised South African university. The bursary covers tuition (and, per some office listings, books and accommodation), provides vacation work experience with Moore partners and clients, and guarantees entry into a three-year SAICA training contract (articles) at the firm after graduation. It is recruited and administered per regional office through Moore's eRecruit careers portal.

Amount:

Full tuition (some offices also include books and accommodation) for the undergraduate degree

Deadline:

30 June 2026

Renewable:

Yes

Closing in 22 days

Apply on Moore South Africa (formerly Moore Stephens)'s site

Eligible Fields of Study

Moore South Africa (formerly Moore Stephens) supports students in the following disciplines

Accounting (BCom Accounting / CTA)

Chartered Accountant CA(SA) pathway

Auditing

Taxation

Financial Management

Eligibility Requirements

✓ South African citizen or permanent resident
✓ Strong academic results in matric and/or university studies, with high marks in Mathematics and Accounting
✓ Registered for, or intending to register for, a SAICA-accredited BCom Accounting degree at a recognised university
✓ Maintain a minimum average of approximately 60%
✓ Open to 1st, 2nd and 3rd year students
✓ Demonstrated financial need (aimed at high-potential students who lack the means to fund their studies)
✓ Leadership experience or positions preferred

What's Included

✓ Covers tuition fees for a SAICA-accredited BCom Accounting / CTA undergraduate qualification
✓ Some office listings also include books and accommodation
✓ Vacation/holiday work experience during university breaks, with exposure to Moore partners and clients
✓ Guaranteed entry into a three-year SAICA training contract (articles) as a trainee accountant after graduation
✓ Appointed as a salaried employee on a fixed-term contract during the traineeship while completing CA(SA) practical experience

Work Commitment

Bursary recipients are recruited into Moore South Africa's SAICA trainee pipeline and enter a guaranteed three-year SAICA training contract (articles) at the firm after graduation, working as a salaried employee on a fixed-term contract while completing their CA(SA) practical experience.

How to Apply

Steps to complete your Moore South Africa (formerly Moore Stephens) bursary application

1
Visit the official Moore South Africa careers portal at careers.moore-southafrica.com
2
Find the bursary or trainee accountant opportunity posted for your relevant regional office (e.g. Johannesburg, Durban, Southern Cape, Gqeberha/Port Elizabeth or Humansdorp/Jeffreys Bay)
3
Create a profile on the Moore eRecruit system (moore-southafrica.graduate.erecruit.co)
4
Complete the online application and upload your supporting documents
5
Submit your application online before the closing date (applications are not accepted by email, in person or via third-party websites)
6
Attend an interview or assessment at the relevant Moore office if shortlisted
7
Sign the bursary agreement and training contract if successful

Required Documents

📄 Certified copy of South African ID
📄 Certified Matric certificate (or latest Grade 11/12 results if still at school)
📄 Certified latest university academic transcripts (if currently studying)
📄 Proof of acceptance or registration at a SAICA-accredited university
📄 Proof of household income to demonstrate financial need
📄 Up-to-date CV and motivational letter
📄 Evidence of leadership roles or positions (where applicable)

Frequently Asked Questions

When does the Moore South Africa bursary close?: Listings for the current cycle state a closing date of 30 June 2026. Because opportunities are posted per regional office, check the specific listing for your office on the Moore careers portal and apply well before the deadline.
How do I apply for the Moore South Africa SAICA Trainee Bursary?: Applications must be submitted online via the official Moore South Africa careers/eRecruit portal at careers.moore-southafrica.com (the underlying application system is moore-southafrica.graduate.erecruit.co). Applications are not accepted by email, in person or through third-party websites.
Can I apply if I am already at university?: Yes. The bursary is open to 1st, 2nd and 3rd year students registered for, or intending to register for, a SAICA-accredited BCom Accounting degree, provided you maintain an average of roughly 60% and meet the academic and financial-need criteria.
Do I have to complete my articles at Moore?: Yes. The bursary is tied to Moore's SAICA trainee pipeline, so recipients are guaranteed entry into a three-year SAICA training contract (articles) at the firm after graduation and are appointed as salaried employees on a fixed-term contract while completing their CA(SA) practical experience.
Was Moore South Africa previously known by another name?: Yes. Moore South Africa was formerly known as Moore Stephens. The bursary is recruited and administered per regional office, with opportunities posted for offices such as Johannesburg, Durban, Southern Cape, Gqeberha/Port Elizabeth and Humansdorp/Jeffreys Bay.

Ready to apply?

Applications close on 30 June 2026

Apply on Moore South Africa (formerly Moore Stephens)'s official site

Information verified 2026-06-08. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.

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