Citi Finance Learnership Graduate Programme 2026 – Johannesburg

Job Description

Applications are now open for the Citi Finance Learnership Graduate Programme 2026 in Johannesburg, Gauteng.

This opportunity is ideal for graduates who want to build a career in banking, finance, accounting, treasury, tax, financial planning and analysis within a global financial institution.

 Job Overview

Position: South Africa Learnership Graduate Program – Finance

Job Req ID: 26961744

Company: Citigroup

Location: Johannesburg

Job Type: On-Site / Resident

Posted Date: 21 May 2026

 About the Programme

The Citi Finance Learnership Graduate Programme provides graduates with exposure to multiple finance disciplines within a global banking environment.

Successful candidates will support Country Finance operations and gain practical experience in:

Financial reporting

Regulatory reporting

Treasury

Tax

Financial planning and analysis

Balance sheet substantiation

Capital and liquidity monitoring

Project coordination and data analysis

The programme also offers exposure to international finance support teams in:

Budapest

India

Poland

Dubai

 Key Responsibilities

Finance & Reporting

Assist with:

Local regulatory reporting

Internal management reporting

Tax reporting including VAT and income tax

Financial analysis and forecasting

Capital and liquidity planning

US reporting support

Business & Data Support

Support stakeholders with financial insights

Participate in projects to improve data quality and financial integrity

Assist with controls and quality checks aligned to Citi policies

Collaborate with local and global finance teams

 Minimum Requirements

Undergraduate degree with GPA of 65% and above OR Master’s degree

Preferred qualifications include:

BCom Accounting

Business Science

Finance-related qualifications

Maximum of 1 year work experience acceptable

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Leadership potential

 Documents Required

Updated CV

Cover letter

Full academic transcripts

South African ID copy

 Skills & Competencies

Analytical and quantitative skills

Communication and organisational skills

Leadership and teamwork

Strong ethics and integrity

Interest in banking and finance

Ability to work in multicultural environments

 Why Join Citi?

Global banking exposure

Career growth opportunities

International collaboration experience

Professional finance training

Exposure to financial markets and banking operations

Opportunity to build a long-term career within Citi

 How to Apply

Apply online through the official Citi careers platform:

Citi Careers South Africa

 Important Notes

Applicants may have a maximum of 1 year work experience

Extensive work experience is not required

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Applicants must attach all required supporting documents

 Details

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