Graduate Trainee Accountant – Audit

Graduate Trainee Accountant – Audit 📍 West Dublin / Meath Area | 💼 Full-Time, Permanent 💰 €27,378 + Bonus + Full Study Support 🕒 Mon–Thurs: 8:30am–5:30pm | Fri: 8:30am–2:30pm 🏡 Hybrid: Work From Home Mondays & Fridays 🎓 Training Contract (ACA/ACCA)

Are you a recent graduate looking to kickstart your career in accountancy and audit?
Join a well-established, people-focused chartered accountancy firm offering a structured training contract, hands-on experience, and the opportunity to gain your professional qualifications in a collaborative, hybrid environment.

🌟 What We Offer

• 📚 Full ACA/ACCA Training Contract
• 💰 Competitive starting salary (€27,378) + performance bonus
• 🏡 Hybrid working – 2 remote days (Mon & Fri)
• 📖 Paid study leave, exam leave, and exam fees covered
• 📈 Annual salary reviews & paid professional memberships
• 🕓 Flexible start/finish times + early finish on Fridays
• 🌴 Extra annual leave + active social committee
• 💪 Wellness Hub, EAP (Employee Assistance Programme), fresh fruit & more
• 🤝 Supportive buddy system, internal mentorship & regular training
• 🧭 Clear path for progression within audit & beyond

🔍 About the Role

You’ll be part of a dynamic and growing audit team, working directly with senior staff and clients across a wide range of industries. This role is ideal for someone who is eager to develop strong technical skills and gain real responsibility from the start.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop a deep understanding of clients and their businesses
• Support the preparation of statutory accounts and audit files
• Liaise with clients to gather financial data
• Assist with drafting management accounts
• Record clear, concise working papers
• Attend team meetings and contribute to process improvements
• Take initiative on regular jobs and client queries
• Optional: contribute to firm initiatives (e.g., tech, social team, admin)

🎓 Who We're Looking For

• Minimum 2.1 Degree in any discipline (accounting/finance preferred but not required)
• Excellent written and verbal English
• Strong attention to detail and time management
• Proactive, eager to learn and able to work on your own initiative
• A genuine interest in accountancy and audit as a career
• Willingness to work towards ACA or ACCA qualification

🧠 Technical Exposure (Training Provided):

• Statutory Accounts Preparation
• Client Accounting Systems: Xero, Sage, Surf
• Audit Methodology & Standards
• Excel, Microsoft Office Suite
• Accounting Software: CCH, Corporation Tax Pro

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated graduate who wants real career progression in a supportive and flexible working environment.

📩 Apply now or reach out to Neil directly for a confidential conversation!

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