Finance Grad Programme 2027 - ACA / ACCA Accredited

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Dublin; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted travel

Unlimited travel

Pension matched up to 5%

Death in service benefit

25 days annual leave

Annual leave progression

Job summary

Ryanair invites high-potential graduates to join the 2027 Ryanair Grad Programme. You will rotate across the Finance functions, preparing you for a career in Europe’s largest airline group.

The three-and-a-half-year contract includes mentorship from senior leaders and a pathway to international accounting qualifications. ACA/ACCA partnerships underpin the training, with potential rotations within our network and even a stint abroad.

Qualifications

• Studied a relevant degree programme (Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics etc) and either secured a 2.1 or above or be on track to.
• Must have graduated/ finished university no earlier than 2025.
• Hold the unrestricted right to live and work in Ireland and travel freely throughout the network.
• Strong analytical ability to drive efficiency, quality and continuous improvements.
• Ability to work in a pressurised and fast paced environment.
• Strong organisational and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work on own initiative.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good sense of humour and doesn't take themselves too seriously!!!!

Responsibilities

• Rotate through our Finance department across teams (and possibly a stint abroad) to gain transferable skills.
• Work toward an internationally recognised accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA) during the programme.
• Gain exposure to areas such as FP&A, Tax, Internal Audit, Management Accounting, and Banking.
• Be part of a structured three and a half year training contract in Europe’s largest airline group.

Skills

Analytical ability

Work under pressure

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Humour

Education

Finance/Accounting/Business/Economics degree (2.1 or higher)

Job description

• Full-time

Company Description

Ryanair, over our 40 year history has grown to become Europe's largest airline group connecting more guests across more routes than any other European carrier. We are a fast-paced, ambitious and innovative company, offering exciting career opportunities across aviation, technology, operations and support functions. Now is a fantastic time to join as we look to grow to over 800 aircraft and 300m guests within the next 8 years.

Job Description

Looking for a challenging and rewarding Grad Programme? Do you want to work for an industry leader where career progression is a given if you work hard and are dedicated? Then join the 2027 Ryanair Grad Programme, the best available programme in Europe!
We have grad programmes across our entire business where you will get the chance to rotate across teams (and across our network) in your preferred dept allowing you to gain transferable skills and a deep understanding of Ryanair and its operations, to set you up on a career path to the skies!
Across the 3.5 years of the programme, our grads will get continued mentorship from our senior leadership team, will be part of a structured programme providing you trips, tips and insights into Europe’s largest airline which will allow you to develop while we grow to be The World’s Largest Airline.

The Programme:

Ryanair have partnered with both ACA and ACCA to provide a three and a half year training contract in the unique environment of Europe’s largest airline group.
Throughout your time here you will rotate through our Finance department (and for the adventurous at heart maybe even a stint abroad in one of subsidiary airlines!) all while being supported through the process of gaining an internationally recognised accounting qualification.

Areas of the business you will spend a six month rotation in include:

• Fuel/Insurance
• FP & A
• Banking
• Internal Audit
• Tax
• Management Accounting

Qualifications

• Studied a relevant degree programme (Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics etc) and either secured a 2.1 or above or be on track to
• Must have graduated/ finished university no earlier than 2025
• Hold the unrestricted right to live and work in Ireland and travel freely throughout the network.
• Strong analytical ability to drive efficiency, quality and continuous improvements
• Ability to work in a pressurised and fast paced environment
• Strong organisational and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work on own initiative
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good sense of humour and doesn't take themselves too seriously!!!!

The Application Process

Applications will remain open until 31st January2027.

All grads must come to Dublin for a Face to Face interview.

Additional Information

• Competitive salary that increases in Year 2!
• Discounted and unlimited travel to over 250 destinations
• Defined Contribution Pension Scheme – Matched up to 5% or €5,000
• Death in Service Benefit – Up to 2 times of annual basic salary
• 20 Days Annual Leave – Increasing to 22 days after 12 months and 25 days after 3 years of continuous service.
• Option for up to 5 additional unpaid leave days per year
• Cycle 2 Work Scheme
• Unrivalled career progression