Full Time Fixed Term Contract position
Hybrid role based in our City Centre offices
What We Offer
We have embraced a hybrid working model, allowing you to work from home part of the week and from our City Centre offices for the remainder.
Our benefits include competitive salaries and bonuses, Learning and Development support, a Defined Contribution pension, and Wellbeing initiatives. More details can be accessed here.
At Irish Life, our purpose is to help people build better futures. Our values underpin our vision of supporting Ireland’s financial, physical, and mental well-being. We focus on doing the right thing, aiming high, and putting customers at the heart of our work. We foster a supportive, collaborative environment where every contribution is valued.
Role Overview
We are offering multiple opportunities for Trainee Accountants to join our 3-year programme within the Irish Life Finance Team. This programme offers diverse experiences through rotations across different finance teams, helping you develop management, interpersonal, and technical skills in a dynamic environment. You will learn alongside experienced professionals in an open, friendly setting.
We pride ourselves on developing our people, ensuring high standards and industry leadership.
Throughout the programme, you will apply your academic knowledge practically and gain exposure to critical business processes.
Benefits of the Irish Life Trainee Programme
* ACCA Platinum Approved Employer
* Support for ACCA qualification including tutorials and exam fees
* Paid study and exam leave
* Mentorship from Finance Leaders
* Salary increases aligned with exam progress
* Exposure to multiple finance streams
* Access to professional development resources
* Onboarding support through an assigned buddy
* 22 days annual leave plus quarter end day
What You Will Help Us Achieve
* Perform accounting activities, including ledger and financial statement preparation and reconciliation
* Record, analyze, and report transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance
* Support financial planning, forecasting, and analysis
* Prepare statutory and regulatory reports
* Maintain accounting policies and controls
* Assist in developing and documenting accounting systems and procedures
What You Will Learn on the Programme
* Managing general ledger accounts
* Budgeting and forecasting
* Management and statutory reporting
* Regulatory compliance
* Technologies and process transformation in finance
What You Will Need to Be Successful
You should demonstrate:
* High motivation and ambition to grow into a finance leader
* A relevant third-level degree (Accountancy/Business preferred) with 2.1 Honours
* Attention to detail
* Analytical and problem-solving skills
* Strong communication skills
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data analytics
Key Competencies
* Communication and Influencing
* Drive for Results
* Problem Solving and Decision Making
* Planning and Organising
* Teamwork and Collaboration
* Commercial Awareness
About Us
Irish Life is a leading Irish financial institution with over 1.5 million customers. We have been supporting Irish families for over 80 years with insurance, pensions, investments, and health coverage. A subsidiary of Great-West Lifeco, we are committed to developing our people and maintaining high standards.
Application Process
If interested, discuss with your line manager and submit your CV and Cover Letter via the SuccessFactors portal. For current contractors, contact LifeCareers@irishlife.ie. The closing date will be announced; applications after this will not be accepted. We reserve the right to shortlist and adjust the role as needed.
Successful candidates will be subject to standard role terms, which may differ from current conditions, affecting benefits and entitlements. We support equal opportunity employment.
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