Barloworld Invites Applications: Share Scheme Graduate Intern

ByRainbow Time

Barloworld invites suitably qualified graduates to apply for the Share Scheme Graduate Intern position. This internship is designed to provide young talent with hands-on professional experience across Strategic Finance, Treasury, and Share Scheme Administration. The role offers structured exposure to corporate systems, financial operations, cash and debt management, regulatory compliance, and share scheme processes, equipping interns with practical skills for future employment while contributing meaningfully to the business.

Position: Share Scheme Graduate Intern
Duration: Fixed-term Graduate Internship Programme
Stipend: Market-related stipend
Location: South Africa
Closing Date: Tuesday, 23 December 2025

Successful candidates will gain experience in month-end reporting, reconciliations, PAYE processing, dividend support, and stakeholder engagement, while developing strong analytical, systems, and compliance skills. Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Commerce degree, demonstrate ethical conduct aligned with Barloworld values, and show a strong learning orientation. No prior work experience is required, and applications must be submitted to the BCO Recruitment Office by Tuesday, 23 December 2025.

Share Scheme Graduate Intern
Overview: Job Purpose and Deliverables
Core Purpose of the Role

The Graduate Internship is aimed at providing young talent with a unique opportunity to gain hands-on professional experience that will prepare them for gainful employment, while making a meaningful contribution to the organization. The role offers exposure to the Strategic Finance function, Share Scheme Department, and Treasury.

Key Deliverables and Outputs
Orientation & Integration
  • Become familiar with the corporate environment, office facilities, and departmental team structure.
  • Understand the roles and responsibilities within Treasury and Share Scheme Administration.
Induction & Policy Awareness
  • Complete company induction and gain knowledge of organizational policies, strategic intent, and industry context.
Systems & Process Training
  • Acquire proficiency in Barloworld Business Systems (BBS), SAP ERP, HFM, IT2 Treasury Management System, and Shareforce.
  • Demonstrate the ability to use these systems for accounting, reporting, and share scheme administration.
Financial Operations
  • Prepare accurate monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Support Treasury month-end processes, including journal preparation, cashbook transactions, and interest rate updates.
  • Assist with Treasury payments in compliance with Delegation of Authority and payment approval protocols.
Cash & Debt Management
  • Contribute to daily cash management and cash flow forecasting.
  • Gain an understanding of debt management, the DMTN programme, and JSE debt listing requirements.
Foreign Exchange & Dividend Payments
  • Develop basic knowledge of foreign exchange transactions and related Treasury policies.
  • Support the dividend declaration and payment process.
Share Scheme Administration
  • Learn all aspects of Barloworld Share Scheme administration, including award issuance, vesting, and compliance.
  • Maintain compliance with SARS eFiling and EasyFile requirements.
PAYE & Regulatory Compliance
  • Ensure monthly PAYE processing.
  • Assist with bi-annual IRP501 reconciliations.
  • Maintain compliance with SARS eFiling and EasyFile requirements.
Month-End & Reporting
  • Execute share scheme month-end reconciliations, weighted average share reporting, and general ledger account reconciliations.
  • Recoup or refund funds for shares purchased or lapsed.
  • Process accelerated vesting due to terminations.
Employee Trust & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Update Shareforce employee data and communicate with employer companies regarding terminations.
  • Respond to queries, update databases, and report on query statistics.
Essential Competencies for Success
Academic Qualifications
  • Essential: Bachelor of Commerce
Personal Attributes
  • Strong learning orientation
  • Ethical and aligned with Barloworld Values
  • Takes ownership of personal development
  • Results-orientated
Skills
  • Working with words and numbers
  • Financial accounting and reporting
  • Systems proficiency
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Excel modelling skills
  • Data management
  • Organizational skills
  • Adaptability and resilience
  • Critical thinking
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Coordinating with others
  • Judgment and decision-making
Experience
  • No prior experience required
Application Details

Applications must be forwarded to: BCO Recruitment Office
Closing Date: Tuesday, 23 December 2025

Interested candidates should submit their applications by emailing the required documents to [email protected] on or before the closing date. Applications must clearly indicate the position applied for, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. All applications will be handled in line with Barloworld’s recruitment policies and commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Additional Notes

All positions are managed in line with the Company’s Diversity & Inclusion Plan. If you have not heard from the HC Department within 14 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

This role requires the highest level of honesty and integrity, as the employee may have access to company assets, cash handling, and confidential records.