South African finance, accounting or financial‑management graduates, this is the chance to start your career now – the Feltex Finance Graduate Training Programme 2026 closes soon. Feltex is looking for a Graduate Trainee Finance to work in its Fehrer plant in Rosslyn, Gauteng.
What the programme is
Feltex is a manufacturer of automotive components such as seat pads, armrests and headrests. The Graduate Trainee Finance role is a temporary, hands‑on position that will give you real‑world experience in a fast‑moving manufacturing finance department.
Quick overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | Feltex |
| Programme | Finance Graduate Training Programme 2026 |
| Job title | Graduate Trainee Finance |
| Reference number | FEL260910-1 |
| Division | Feltex |
| Business unit | Fehrer |
| Department | Finance |
| Job type | Temporary – Graduate Trainee |
| Location | Rosslyn, Gauteng |
| Site | Fehrer Rosslyn |
| Minimum education | Bachelor’s Degree / Advanced Diploma |
| Relevant fields | Finance, Accounting, Financial Management or equivalent |
| Closing date | 17 September 2026 |
| Application method | Online |
Who can apply – requirements
- Completed Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Financial Management or a comparable qualification.
- Good academic results (strong grades).
- Excellent English – reading, writing, speaking and interpersonal skills.
- Attention to detail and good communication.
- Full proficiency in Microsoft Office – especially Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.
What you will gain – skills and experience
The role covers many finance functions, so you will learn:
- Internal controls and risk‑reduction processes.
- Audit support and year‑end activities such as ledger balances and trial balances.
- Financial reporting – sales, scrap, inventory and month‑end statements.
- Stock‑take preparation and execution.
- Bills of Materials and standard‑cost updates.
- Weekly wages processing.
- Creditors payments and reconciliations.
- Fixed‑asset monitoring, capitalization and tagging.
- General finance administration (filing, printers, office requests).
These tasks give you a well‑rounded view of finance in a manufacturing setting, beyond a single accounting niche.
How to apply – step‑by‑step
- Visit the official Feltex recruitment page: Apply for the Feltex Graduate Trainee Finance Programme 2026.
- Check that the vacancy title reads “Graduate Trainee Finance” and the location is “Fehrer Rosslyn, Gauteng”.
- Prepare an up‑to‑date CV that clearly shows your degree, academic performance and Excel skills.
- Write a short cover letter that links your coursework (e.g., Financial Accounting, Cost Accounting, Auditing) to the duties listed above.
- Submit the application online before the closing date of 17 September 2026.
- Keep a copy of the confirmation email for your records.
Tips to improve your chances
- Tailor your CV – place your finance/ accounting qualification, grades and Excel abilities at the top.
- Give concrete examples from university projects, group assignments or internships that demonstrate your understanding of trial balances, inventory, or cost calculations.
- Do not claim experience you do not have; focus on what you have learned academically.
- Practice answering common interview questions such as “How would you handle a stock‑take?” or “Explain internal controls in a manufacturing environment.”
- Proofread your application for spelling and grammar errors – attention to detail matters.
Next steps – keep moving forward
Even if you do not get this role, applying is valuable practice. Use the experience to refine your CV and interview skills. Explore other finance graduate programmes, learnerships and internships through the SETA SA platform, especially the Finance and Accounting Services SETA (FASSET). Continue building your network, keep your Excel skills sharp, and stay alert for new opportunities.
