Trainee Accountant – 2027 Graduate Programme (Blended WFH)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Market-leading compensation package

Full exam and study package

Mentor Support

Graduation Day Off

Blended WFH

Generous annual leave

Bike to work scheme

Well-being benefits

Job summary

Ifac Ireland invites applications for its Trainee Accountant Programme across Castleisland, Kilkenny and Monaghan. You’ll gain hands-on experience, work with experienced professionals, and work toward a professional qualification in a Top Ten firm.

The programme offers direct client exposure, mentor support, paid study leave, and a structured training path designed to help you reach your full potential within a supportive, values-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate with a third-level qualification in accountancy, finance, or a business-related discipline.
• Passion for helping business owners solve problems and maximise opportunities.
• Strong organisational skills and be attention to detail orientated.
• Commitment to exceptional customer service and building strong client relationships.
• Willingness to learn and grow professionally with a commitment to completing a professional qualification.
• Experience in 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

Problem solving

Education

Third-level qualification in accountancy, finance, or business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ifac Ireland invites applications for its Trainee Accountant Programme across Castleisland, Kilkenny and Monaghan. You’ll gain hands-on experience, work with experienced professionals, and work toward a professional qualification in a Top Ten firm.

The programme offers direct client exposure, mentor support, paid study leave, and a structured training path designed to help you reach your full potential within a supportive, values-driven environment.