When a SAICA training contract is entered into, there are some training regulations that needs to be adhered to. Trainees need to be aware of their responsibilities in terms of these regulations, as well as their rights in terms of the agreement. The objective of this session is to take the trainees through the regulations and highlight the important sections applicable to them. This session also covers the regulatory bodies such as SAICA and IRBA, and what the differences are between the two.

The objectives of this session is to familiarise first year trainee accountants with their new working environment. After this session, delegates should understand that their development is their responsibility, and that they should take the necessary steps to ensure they create the full possible benefit out of their training contract.

Structuring of the accounting profession a) The need to develop the correct professional attitude towards traineeship b) The different roles of SAICA and the IRBA c) The SAICA training contract d) SAICAs philosophy of training and how it assists with the holistic development of the trainee accountant e) The important influence a training officer can have on the trainee accountant’s professional development f) The responsibilities of the training officers g) Trainees’ personal responsibilities with regard to their own skills development and assessment (planning, rotation, opportunities, communication) h) SAICA Training Regulations

All newly appointed trainee accountants to the SAICA environment irrespective of whether they are on a 3, 4 or 5 year contract.