South African College of Business

Announcements 2025

Throughout the year SACOB will post announcements affecting your course/s to this page. All students can monitor changes to their studies by reading through the announcements below. 

📢 IMPORTANT NOTICE: 

CGISA October 2025 Exam Requests

 

Regards

Exam Department

📢 IMPORTANT NOTICE: CGISA Live Classes start this week

Welcome to Term 2 CGISA Live Classes

CGISA Live Classes will be starting between the 14th and 17th July.

All students are given access to the details of their live classes in the Live Webinar Module of their Online Classroom course.

Please use the step-by-step guide in the announcement below to access all of your course links, schedules, past recordings and other important information. 

How do CGISA Premium students find the Live Webinar Module?

1. Click "My courses" in the top blue taskbar
2. Click the course you want to open and let it load
3. Scroll down the center of the page. Do NOT use the left-hand menu
4. Scroll down the center of the page until you see " Live Webinar Module" in large black font.
5. Click "Live Webinar Module"
6. The page will reload
7. Scroll down center of the page.
8. Students must scroll and read through the entire unit to see the schedule, link and past recordings for the live classes

Kind regards

Academic Department

How to access your Live Webinar link and schedule

All Premium package students are invited to join our Live Webinar series for Term 2.

Where do Premium students find the live class link, schedule and past recordings?
Students are provided with the live class link, schedule, past class recordings and class homework within the Online Classroom course.
Within each subject's Online Classroom course is a section called the "Live Webinar Module", where all the live class information is found.

How do Premium students find the Live Webinar Module?

1. Login at www.sacob.com
2. Click "Access Online Classroom"
3. Click "My courses" in the top blue taskbar
4. Click the course you want to open and let it load
5. Scroll down the center of the page. Do NOT use the left-hand menu
6. Scroll down the center of the page until you see " Live Webinar Module" in blue
7. Click "Live Webinar Module"
8. The page will reload
9. Scroll down center of the page.
10. Students must scroll and read through the entire unit to see the schedule, link and past recordings for the live classes

What should a Premium student do if they cannot complete these steps?

If there are any issues completing these instructions, please email the following:
1. The last step number (from above) which could be completed
2. A full-screen screenshot of the last accessed screen
3. A short description of what prevents the next step from being completed

All of these can be emailed to onlineclassroom@sacob.com. All emails will receive a response within 24 working hours.

We have been asked to share the following job opportunity on behalf of the hiring company.

Please note:

• We are not affiliated with the company hiring for this role.
•  We are not involved in the recruitment or selection process.
• All questions and applications should be directed to the company directly.

Job Opportunity -  Junior Accountants/Bookkeepers

We have been asked to share the following job opportunity on behalf of the hiring company.

Please note:

• We are not affiliated with the company hiring for this role.
•  We are not involved in the recruitment or selection process.
• All questions and applications should be directed to the company directly.

Job Opportunity -  Finance Assistant

Job Opportunity -  Part-Time Bookkeeper

We have been asked to share the following job opportunity on behalf of the hiring company.

Please note:

• We are not affiliated with the company hiring for this role.
•  We are not involved in the recruitment or selection process.
• All questions and applications should be directed to the company directly.

Job Opportunity -  Company Secretariat / Governance / Property (Portfolio) Manager

Company Secretariat / Governance / Property (Portfolio) Manager
Location: Pretoria East (Wapadrand)
Job Type: Full-time

A well-established Property Management company in Pretoria East is looking to appoint a Company Secretary with strong Property Portfolio Management experience. The ideal candidate will have proven expertise in fulfilling statutory Company Secretarial duties in line with CIPC regulations, CSOS, and the Companies Act, while also managing the governance and administration of Sectional Title Schemes and Homeowners’ Associations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as Company Secretary in accordance with CIPC requirements (statutory record-keeping, director changes, compliance filings, maintaining registers).
• Provide guidance on governance, fiduciary duties, the Companies Act, CSOS, and STSMA compliance.
• Prepare and distribute meeting notices, compile agendas and minutes.
• Attend and manage trustee/director meetings and AGMs (some after hours).
• Communicate professionally with trustees, directors, owners, auditors, and service providers.
• Oversee budgets, levy schedules, and statutory compliance for each scheme/HOA.
• Approve and monitor payments, contracts, and financial management matters.
• Ensure adherence to legal, regulatory, and governance frameworks.

 Note: This is an administrative and governance role, not a handyman or facilities position.

 Minimum Requirements:

• Fully bilingual in Afrikaans and English (Speak, Read, Write).
• Matric / Grade 12 (Property-related qualification advantageous).
• Formal training in property law or governance (e.g., Paddocks STSMA/HOA courses) advantageous.
• Minimum 3 years’ senior experience as a Company Secretary and/or Property Portfolio Manager.
• Proven knowledge of CIPC requirements, Company Secretarial duties, and statutory compliance.
• Working knowledge of the Sectional Titles Act, Companies Act, CSOS, and fiduciary responsibilities.
• Ability to interpret financial statements, levy schedules, and budgets.
• Advanced computer literacy (Word, Excel, Outlook, Zoom).
• Experience with WeConnectU advantageous.
• Own transport and valid driver’s license.

Application Details:

• Submit your CV.
• Include contactable references.

This is a senior role suited for a proactive, detail-oriented professional who can ensure full regulatory compliance, support trustees and directors, and manage complex property governance portfolios

If you are an experienced professional with a Company Secretary background and the ability to manage property governance with precision and professionalism, we welcome your application!

We have been asked to share the following job opportunity on behalf of the hiring company.

Please note:

• We are not affiliated with the company hiring for this role.
•  We are not involved in the recruitment or selection process.
• All questions and applications should be directed to the company directly.

Job Opportunity for ICB and AT(SA) - Job Title: Bookkeeper

Reports To: Directors

Job Purpose:

To maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records of the different organisations and individuals entrusted to you, process financial transactions, and support the finance function with timely reporting. The role requires practical bookkeeping experience and proficiency in Xero and Quickbooks accounting software.

Key Responsibilities

1. Daily Bookkeeping Tasks
• Maintain bank account processing for multiple clients
• Bank reconciliations on Xero and Quickbooks.
2. Financial Records & Reporting
• Prepare monthly management accounts for selected clients.
• Assist in producing financial statements for review by the accountant.
• Generate ad hoc reports as required.
3. Compliance & Documentation
• Ensure VAT, PAYE, and other statutory requirements are accurately recorded.
• Maintain supporting documentation for all financial transactions.
• Prepare and submit mandatory SARS submissions timeously.
• Prepare and submit mandatory CIPC submissions timeously. 

Key Competencies & Skills

• Strong working knowledge of Xero Accounting Software (essential).
• Strong working knowledge of Quickbooks Accounting Software (an advantage)
• Proven bookkeeping experience (minimum 5 years).
• Good understanding of double-entry bookkeeping.
• Ability to reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

Qualifications & Experience

• No formal qualification required; experience is essential. (Qualification will be an advantage)
• Minimum 5 years bookkeeping experience (preferably in a small to medium-sized business).
• Experience with Xero (mandatory).
• Knowledge of South African VAT and payroll legislation

Performance Indicators

• Accuracy and timeliness of financial records.
• Successful completion of reconciliations and reports by set deadlines.
• Compliance with statutory requirements.
• Minimal errors requiring correction by external accountants/auditors.

Additional Information

• Start Date: 1 October 2025
• Salary: Market-related, based on experience
• Location: Claremont

SAICA - recruitment drive for Women Owned businesses

We have been asked to share the following job opportunity on behalf of the hiring company.

Please note:

• We are not affiliated with the company hiring for this role.
•  We are not involved in the recruitment or selection process.
• All questions and applications should be directed to the company directly.

Position: Recruitment drive for Women Owned businesses 
Company:  Gracha Machel Recruitment 

Kindly find the attachment below for the drive for Woman SMMEs Job Opportunity:

Junior Bookkeeper - Job Opportunity

08th Aug 2025

We have been asked to share the following job opportunity on behalf of the hiring company.

Please note:

• We are not affiliated with the company hiring for this role.
•  We are not involved in the recruitment or selection process.
• All questions and applications should be directed to the company directly.

Position: Junior Bookkeeper

Company:  DGF Attorneys Inc.

Kindly find the attachment below for the Financial Administrator Job Opportunity:

 

FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATOR - Job Opportunity

We have been asked to share the following job opportunity on behalf of the hiring company.

Please note:

• We are not affiliated with the company hiring for this role.
•  We are not involved in the recruitment or selection process.
• All questions and applications should be directed to the company directly.

Position: Financial Administrator
Company:  Spoormaker & Partners 

Kindly find the attachment below for the Financial Administrator Job Opportunity: