Ifac Graduate Programme 2027 (Nationwide)

Ifac Ireland; Kilkenny; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-leading pay

Exam & study package

Mentor support

Graduation day off

Blended work from home

Annual leave allowance

Bike to work scheme

Well-being benefits

Employee assistance programme

Wellness, social & charity activities

Christmas voucher

Job summary

Ifac is seeking Trainee Accountants across Ireland, including Kilkenny, offering hands-on experience and professional qualification support in a Top Ten firm. You’ll work with experienced professionals and gain exposure to accounting, tax, audits, and advisory tasks while developing fast in a dynamic environment.

This full-time Trainee contract provides structured mentorship, study support, and a pathway to professional qualifications within a supportive, community-driven workplace.

Qualifications

• Graduate with a third-level qualification in accountancy, finance, or business-related discipline.
• Commitment to completing a professional qualification.
• Experience using Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing financial documents such as invoices, reports, and accounts.
• Help with data entry, bookkeeping, and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Support the team with tasks related to tax returns, audits, and budgeting.
• Work with spreadsheets and accounting software to organise financial information.
• Communicate with clients and team members to gather or clarify financial details.
• Support the team in maintaining client confidentiality of client information by complying with the relevant data and financial legislation.
• Learn about accounting processes, standards, and tools used in daily work.
• Participate in meetings and training sessions to build knowledge and skills.
• Provide general administrative support to the finance or accounting team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Customer service

Communication with clients

Willingness to learn

Education

Third-level qualification in accountancy, finance, or business-related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Do you want to be a great accountant and high impact business advisor?

We are seeking Trainee Accountants to join our talented teams across Ireland. With more than 30 locations to choose from, our Trainee Accountants get to live and work where they feel at home, all while achieving their professional qualification in a Top Ten firm.

The Role

Our Trainee Accountant Programme provides an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career with a Top Ten Accountancy Firm. Our trainees will gain valuable, hands‑on experience while working alongside experienced professionals, including Accountants, Tax Advisors, Auditors, Consultants, and Financial Planners.

With direct client exposure and continuous support from our expert teams, our Trainee Accountants develop quickly in a dynamic environment.

This role will suit a graduate interested in pursuing a career in accountancy and related disciplines.

About Ifac

Founded in 1975, Ifac is Ireland's specialist professional services firm for the farming, food, and agribusiness sectors. Ifac is also one of Ireland’s Top200 Employers 2025 as listed by the Irish Independent in partnership with Statista, and a PrimeGlobal member firm. As Ireland's largest farming, food, and agribusiness professional services firm, ifac is proud to be certified as a B Corporation (B Corp).

Our Purpose

Ifac's purpose is to help its clients to build profitable sustainable futures, so that people and communities across Ireland can thrive.

Our Ambition

With a strong focus on global best practice, Ifac has set its ambition to be a global leader in agrifood advisory, while also driving growth and excellence in Ireland's dynamic SME sector.

Why join ifac?

At Ifac, We Are More Than Just a Workplace – We Are a Community Of Professionals Committed To Growth, Innovation, And Sector Leadership. When You Join Our Team, You’ll Have The Opportunity To

• Work with industry-leading experts and clients in Ireland’s farming, food, agribusiness, and SME sectors.
• Be part of a values-driven culture emphasising collaboration, commitment, energy, respect, and foresight.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing financial documents such as invoices, reports, and accounts.
• Help with data entry, bookkeeping, and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Support the team with tasks related to tax returns, audits, and budgeting.
• Work with spreadsheets and accounting software to organise financial information.
• Communicate with clients and team members to gather or clarify financial details.
• Support the team in maintaining client confidentiality of client information by complying with the relevant data and financial legislation.
• Learn about accounting processes, standards, and tools used in daily work.
• Participate in meetings and training sessions to build knowledge and skills.
• Provide general administrative support to the finance or accounting team.

Making An Impact

We build strong client connections through great service, sectoral expertise, and deep engagement. Many of our clients have been with us for generations and we have helped those families build and retain wealth, transition assets, and optimise opportunities.

The ifac Graduate Programme

What can you expect on the Programme?

You will begin your journey with ifac with an extensive onboarding programme at our Kilkenny Head Office in July 2027. From day one, you will receive excellent training and support from a diverse team of experts while you learn how to prepare and review accounts and tax computations, provide client support, and help business owners manage risk and maximise opportunities. Working across a range of industries with a focus on the food and agribusiness sectors, you will be involved in full accounting, tax and consulting assignments, including planning meetings, and client visits.

Achieving Your Potential

At ifac, we invest in our graduates. Our structured and supportive training programme is designed to help you to reach your full potential. Our programme includes dedicated mentor support, practical hands‑on experience, early-stage access to clients, sponsorship of education fees, and paid study leave.

This is a full-time Trainee contract, typically offered on a fixed-term basis for 3.5 years

You Will Be

• A graduate with a third-level qualification in accountancy, finance, or a business-related discipline and have:
• A passion for helping business owners solve problems and maximise opportunities.
• Strong organisational skills and be attention to detail orientated.
• A commitment to exceptional customer service and building strong client relationships.
• A willingness to learn and grow professionally with a commitment to completing a professional qualification.
• Experience in using Microsoft Office.

Rewards

Our Graduate Will Receive

• Market-leading compensation package.
• A full exam and study package.
• Mentor Support.
• Graduation Day Off.
• Blended WFH.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Supportive family orientated workplace policies.
• Opportunities for internal growth and development.
• Access to a bike to work scheme.
• Well-being benefits, including Digital Doctor.
• Access to an employee assistance programme.
• Regular wellness, social, and charity activities throughout the year.
• Voucher at Christmas.