Illovo Sugar (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd invites South African unemployed graduates to apply for the Finance Graduate Trainee Programme 2026.
This programme provides hands-on experience in cost management, commercial reporting, and business analysis across key divisions such as Operations, Sales, and Supply Chain. Graduates will gain vital exposure to both strategic and operational areas of finance within a leading sugar manufacturer.
Internship Application Closing Date: 21 November 2025
Internship Locations
- Illovo Sugar SA – Head Office
- Illovo Sugar SA – Eston Mill
- Illovo Sugar SA – Noodsberg Mill
Available Finance Graduate Trainee Positions
1. Finance Graduate Trainee (Head Office) × 3
Duration: 24 months
Location: Illovo Sugar SA – Head Office
Closing Date: 21 November 2025
What the role covers:
Graduates will support cost analysis, budgeting, commercial reporting, profitability assessments, and business partnering with Operations, Sales, and Supply Chain teams.
Minimum Qualifications:
- CTA Qualification OR
- Honours in Management Accounting OR
- Honours in Finance
- Strong academic record
- MS Excel proficiency
- Analytical and reporting skills
- High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
2. Finance Graduate Trainee (Eston Mill) × 1
Duration: 12 months
Location: Illovo Sugar SA – Eston Mill
Closing Date: 21 November 2025
Minimum Qualifications:
- Diploma or Degree in Finance
- Honours in Finance
- CTA an advantage
- MS Office proficiency
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to work under pressure
3. Finance Graduate Trainee (Noodsberg Mill) × 1
Duration: 12 months
Location: Illovo Sugar SA – Noodsberg Mill
Closing Date: 21 November 2025
Minimum Qualifications:
- Diploma or Degree in Finance
- Honours in Finance
- CTA an advantage
- Strong communication skills
- MS Office proficiency
- Ability to handle tight deadlines
Key Responsibilities (All Sites)
Cost Management & Analysis
- Analyse production and operating costs
- Support cost allocation and tracking
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Identify cost efficiencies across operations
Sales & Commercial Reporting
- Prepare revenue and margin reports
- Profitability analysis by product and customer
- Sales trend monitoring and variance analysis
- Support pricing and promotional strategies
Business Partnering
- Collaborate with Operations, Sales, and Supply Chain
- Present insights to internal stakeholders
- Support strategic projects and ad hoc analysis
What Illovo Offers
- Mentorship from experienced finance professionals
- Exposure to commercial and operational finance
- Career development opportunities
- High-performance, collaborative work environment
- Competitive graduate package with incentives
How to Apply
Click here to apply for the Illovo Sugar Finance Graduate Trainee Programme 2026
(Insert application link)
OR
Submit your CV and certified qualifications directly to:
📧 Careers@illovo.co.za
Email Subject: Finance Graduate Trainee
Additional Application Notes
- Feedback will be sent only to successful candidates within 4 weeks after the closing date.
- Appointment will follow Illovo’s Employment Equity Plan.
- Pre-employment screening and background checks may be required.
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