Trainee Accountant

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Trainee Accountant

We are seeking a Trainee Accountant to join a well-established and highly regarded accounting practice in Cork. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and ambitious individual to gain hands-on experience, receive structured training, and develop a strong foundation in accounting and finance.

Location: Cork
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: €25-28K DOE

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Key Responsibilities

Assist in the preparation of financial statements for sole traders, partnerships, and companies
Support the delivery of auditing and assurance services
Prepare and submit tax returns across multiple tax categories (VAT, PAYE, RCT, Income Tax, and Corporation Tax)
Assist with company secretarial duties, including CRO filings
Engage in client consultations and provide support in meetings
Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records
Gain experience in specialized areas such as tax planning, R&D tax credits, forensic accounting, pension audits, and corporate finance
Stay updated on changes in accounting standards and tax regulations

Work closely with senior accountants and contribute to a collaborative team environment

What We’re Looking For

Strong numerical skills with a keen attention to detail
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced team environment
Proactive, self-motivated, and eager to take initiative
Strong IT proficiency, including familiarity with accounting software
Previous experience in an accounting practice or finance-related role (advantageous but not essential)

Ambitious and committed to obtaining professional qualifications (e.g., ACCA, ACA, CPA)

Benefits

Competitive salary with opportunities for salary progression
Exposure to a wide range of industries and accounting services
Structured training and mentoring from experienced professionals
Financial support for professional exams and qualifications
Career progression opportunities within the firm

A supportive and friendly working environment

For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Eve Morey or email your cv to eve.morey@osborne.ie

If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided

Please submit your updated CV in Word Format

If you are living in Ireland and hold a valid work permit, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search.

Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please visit www.osborne.ie for more information on all of our roles.

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