Trainee Accountant (MNC)

Barden | B Corp; Cork; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Barden | B Corp in Cork is recruiting a Trainee Accountant to join a high-performing team. This programme provides hands-on experience across finance, internal controls, audit, data analysis and global operations.

We are seeking graduates with a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics or related fields who are analytical, detail-minded and eager to develop a career in Finance within a multinational environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good Excel skills, including pivot tables and lookups.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Proactive attitude and genuine interest in developing a career in Finance.

Responsibilities

• Internal control testing across key finance processes.
• Financial data analysis, reconciliations and reporting.
• Using Excel and ERP systems such as SAP.
• Reviewing risks, controls and business processes.
• Supporting internal and external audit activities.
• Working with Finance and Operations teams across global locations.
• Identifying control issues and supporting remediation and process improvements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive attitude

Education

Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Are you a recent Finance or Accounting graduate looking to launch your career with a global multinational or are you someone who wants to pivot into MNC?

We are recruiting for a Trainee Accountant to join a high-performing team in Cork. This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience across finance, internal controls, audit, data analysis and global business operations.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

You will gain hands-on experience in:

• Internal control testing across key finance processes.
• Financial data analysis, reconciliations and reporting.
• Using Excel and ERP systems such as SAP.
• Reviewing risks, controls and business processes.
• Supporting internal and external audit activities.
• Working with Finance and Operations teams across global locations.
• Identifying control issues and supporting remediation and process improvements.

ABOUT THE PERSON:

We’re looking for someone who has:

• A degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good Excel skills, including pivot tables and lookups.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A proactive attitude and genuine interest in developing a career in Finance.

WHATS ON OFFER?

This graduate programme provides structured development, exposure to a global finance environment and excellent opportunities for career progression.

You’ll build valuable experience across Finance, Accounting, Risk, Controls and Audit, while working with experienced professionals and international teams.

If you’re ambitious, analytical and ready to build your career within a global organisation, we’d love to hear from you.