Graduate Trainee Accountant – Build Your Accounting Career

Xeinadin; Limerick; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Life Assurance x4 annual salary

Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7

Corporate Discounts Platform

Job summary

Xeinadin in Limerick, Ireland, invites applications for a Graduate Trainee Accountant position for 2027. This fixed-term role spans 3.5 years, offering hands-on experience across accounting, audit and tax while working toward a professional qualification.

From day one, you'll join a supportive team delivering real client work in a local office. The program emphasises learning, collaboration and developing technical and regulatory knowledge to build a long-term career in professional services

Qualifications

• Final-year business or finance degree in progress.
• On track for a 2:1 degree or higher.
• Motivated to pursue a professional Accounting or Tax qualification.
• Curious, eager to learn and take on new challenges.
• Enjoys building relationships and working collaboratively.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Committed to ongoing professional development in accounting.

Responsibilities

• Support accounting, audit and tax services for clients.
• Assist with preparation of financial statements and management accounts.
• Support audit engagements: gather information and perform basic testing.
• Assist with tax returns and Revenue-related matters.
• Maintain accurate client records and financial information.
• Liaise with clients and colleagues to resolve queries.
• Complete routine accounting and administrative tasks accurately and on time.
• Develop understanding of clients' businesses and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate across service areas while handling individual tasks.
• Develop technical knowledge through on-the-job experience and exams.
• Deliver high-quality work in line with company standards.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Time management

Numerical aptitude

Education

Business/Finance degree (final year)

2.1 degree or higher

Accounting/Tax qualification pursuit

Job description

Xeinadin in Limerick, Ireland, invites applications for a Graduate Trainee Accountant position for 2027. This fixed-term role spans 3.5 years, offering hands-on experience across accounting, audit and tax while working toward a professional qualification.

From day one, you'll join a supportive team delivering real client work in a local office. The program emphasises learning, collaboration and developing technical and regulatory knowledge to build a long-term career in professional services