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Details: Written by OriginalSteps; Category: Original Careers; Published: 28 May 2007; Last Updated: 02 December 2015

Current job status and what it entails: I am currently employed by Ernst & Young in the position as a Trainee Accountant serving my articles. I work in the Durban office in the Retail and Consumer Products Division. I audit companies and other corporate entities. Basically I work within a team and based on the work that we do, the partner will express an opinion on the financial position of the particular company.

Details: Written by OriginalSteps; Category: Original Careers; Published: 28 May 2007; Last Updated: 03 December 2015

Richard Tagg

Richard Tagg, who completed his degree in Accounting at Rhodes University, recently passed his Public Practice Exam and is now doing his articles at Ernst & Young.

1. Why did you choose a career in auditing?
I initially did a degree in Information Systems, but did not feel like doing honours. Rhodes University was good times, and I was not ready to leave, so in order to stay for an extra 2 years, I did accounting. It was between law and accounts, and I felt more comfortable in my accounting ability.

Details: Written by OriginalSteps; Category: Ultimate Careers; Published: 28 May 2007; Last Updated: 18 February 2016

Focus on Management

What jobs are out there, how much they pay and what you can expect to find in the management profession

Think you've got what it takes to inspire employees, make decisions that could make or break companies and organise myriad different tasks all at once?

If your answer is yes, then this story is for you. FM Campus has investigated the ins and outs of the management profession to help you decide if being the boss one day is your cup of tea.

Details: Written by OriginalSteps; Category: Original Careers; Published: 28 May 2007; Last Updated: 03 December 2015

Zayd Bhaila

Zayd Bhaila who completed his degree at Wits University and recently passed his Public Practice exam, is currently doing his articles at Ernst & Young

1. Why did you choose a career in auditing? I wanted to be a CA, as it represented an exciting opportunity. I wanted a career that would allow me to prosper both socially and financially. This type of career does not restrict a person and provides you with various opportunities to travel and work overseas as well as to work at the best companies in the world or even start your own business.

Details: Written by OriginalSteps; Category: Ultimate Careers; Published: 28 May 2007; Last Updated: 18 February 2016

Q: I want to become an accountant, what is needed for me to pursue this option?

A: In order to qualify as an ACCA member, you will need to complete:
• 14 exams (nine of which are eligible for exemption);
• relevant practical experience, with a minimum of three years; and
• a Professional Ethics module.