Trainee Accountant

GPC Finance; Galway; On-site; EUR 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary €27k – €30k

Full exam fees covered

Paid study leave

Hands-on training

Long-term career progression

Social events

Wellbeing initiatives

Christmas bonus

Job summary

GPC Finance in Galway is seeking a Trainee Accountant for a full-time training contract aimed at graduates with a minimum 2.1 Level 8 degree. The role offers comprehensive exposure across audit, bookkeeping, tax, and general accounts preparation. Successful candidates will benefit from an attractive salary of €27k – €30k, additional study package, and extensive training in a supportive environment, paving the way for long-term career progression within the firm.

Qualifications

• Graduate or soon to graduate with a minimum 2.1 degree.
• Intention to pursue ACA, ACCA, or CTA qualification with training provided.
• Willingness to learn and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Assist in audits of small companies.
• Support with general bookkeeping duties.
• Prepare tax returns in line with compliance deadlines.
• Help with the preparation of annual accounts for clients.
• Provide general accounting support as required.
• Attend training sessions and learn from experienced staff.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Education

Level 8 degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Job description

Our client is seeking a Trainee Accountant to join their medium sized practice in Galway. This is a full‑time training contract designed for a graduate with a 2.1 or higher in a Level 8 degree who is looking to pursue the ACA/ACCA qualification. The successful Trainee Accountant will gain exposure across audit, bookkeeping, tax, and general accounts preparation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in audits of small companies
• Support with general bookkeeping duties
• Prepare tax returns in line with compliance deadlines
• Help with the preparation of annual accounts for a range of clients
• Provide general accounting and administrative support as required
• Attend training sessions and learn directly from FAE students and senior staff

Requirements

• Graduate or soon to graduate from a Level 8 degree (minimum 2.1) in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Intention to pursue ACA, ACCA or CTA qualification (training contract provided)
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• A willingness to learn, take initiative, and work well as part of a team

Benefits

• €27k – €30k salary with an attractive study package
• Full exam fees covered
• Paid study leave
• Hands‑on training in a supportive environment
• Long‑term career progression within the firm
• Social events
• Wellbeing initiatives
• Christmas bonus