Graduate Trainee Accountant - Cork: Start Your Career

Xeinadin; Ireland; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave

Life Assurance x4 annual salary

Cycle to work

Job summary

Xeinadin in Cork, Ireland, invites applications for a Graduate Trainee Accountant. This fixed-term role offers hands-on experience across accounting, audit and tax, with real client exposure from day one.

Ideal candidates are final-year students in business/finance, on track for a 2.1 or higher, and motivated to pursue a professional accounting qualification. Strong communication, teamwork and a proactive learning attitude are essential.

Qualifications

• Final year student in a business or finance related degree.
• On track for a 2.1 degree or higher.
• Motivated to pursue a professional Accounting or Tax qualification.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities; collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support the team in delivering accounting, audit and tax services to clients.
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements, management accounts and other financial reports.
• Support audit engagements, including gathering information, performing basic testing and preparing audit documentation.
• Assist with tax returns and calculations, and support Revenue-related matters.
• Maintain accurate client records and financial information.
• Liaise with clients and colleagues to obtain information and resolve queries professionally.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Final year in business/finance degree

Job description

Xeinadin in Cork, Ireland, invites applications for a Graduate Trainee Accountant. This fixed-term role offers hands-on experience across accounting, audit and tax, with real client exposure from day one.

Ideal candidates are final-year students in business/finance, on track for a 2.1 or higher, and motivated to pursue a professional accounting qualification. Strong communication, teamwork and a proactive learning attitude are essential.