Vacancy NameTrainee Accountant- WexfordVacancy NoVN1843Employment TypePermanentDurationN/ALocation CityWexfordLocation CountryIrelandCompany DescriptionXeinadin was established in 2019 when a number of leading business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland came together to re-imagine the future of accountancy. Our collective mission to provide locally forged, trusted business advice to SMEs through forward-thinking, close-knit relationships remains pivotal to our growth. It's our people who drive our business forward, and we offer them future-focused career opportunities whilst supporting individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 3000 colleagues operate collaboratively, combining collective expertise to maximise potential.DescriptionThe role of a Junior is to provide support to the wider team by completing routine tasks. They will provide support to clients, as well as with other team members, ensure that all work is completed to a high standard whilst also promoting the Xeinadin vision and values. The Junior will provide support on a wide range of accounting services, including audit engagements, tax returns and management accounts.Key ResponsibilitiesAssisting more senior colleagues in liaising with clients to gather information and communicate with clients on routine matters, such as:Providing assistance on audit engagementsPreparing sole trader, partnership and Ltd company accountsPreparing corporation tax returnsPreparing VAT returnsPreparing management accountsAttending client premisesCommunicate and liaise verbally and in writing with external clients, always aiming to deliver customer service excellence.Ensure that all work is completed to a high standard in terms of timeliness and technical competence.Participate in teamwork and activities enhancing standards for the business and client.Represent the firm internally and externally a professional manner through appearance, conduct and attitude.Deliver the Xeinadin vision and valuesKey RequirementsEntry level role Working towards AAT/ACA/ACCA or IATI desirableExpectation to achieve at least a 2.1 in accountancy or business-related degreeMinimum of 420 points at Leaving cert levelRequirementsAdditional RequirementsComfort and liking of numbersAttention to detailProcess drivenStrong interpersonal and communication skillsDependable and reliable team playerProfessional manner and appearance at all timesSelf-motivated and able to work with minimal supervisionConfidentiality Strong computer/ Microsoft Office SkillsModelOffice BasedSalaryCompetitiveBenefitsBenefitsCompany Pension Scheme25 days of annual leave + bank holidaysAdditional annual leave days from certain levels of seniorityAbility to buy up to 5 days of annual leave to reach a maximum of 30 days per annumBusiness closure over Christmas*Life Assurance x4 annual salaryEnhanced family leave policiesEnhanced Company Sick PayEmployee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support, free and confidentialCorporate Discounts PlatformFlexible Benefits platform with ability to opt-in to various insurances (level of seniority dependent & self-funded at corporate rates) such as:PMI single or familyCritical Illness CoverCash planCycle to workEye careDentalsubject to exceptions and business needs