Overview
Finance Grad Programme 2026 – ACA / ACCA Accredited at Ryanair - Europe\'s Favourite Airline. The programme provides three and a half years of rotation through the Finance department with support to gain an internationally recognised accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA) in partnership with ACA and ACCA. Mentorship from senior leadership and structured development opportunities are provided throughout the programme.
The Programme
Ryanair have partnered with ACA and ACCA to provide a three and a half year training contract in Europe’s largest airline group. You will rotate through our Finance department (and, for the adventurous, a stint abroad in one of our subsidiary airlines) while being supported through the process of gaining an internationally recognised accounting qualification.
Areas of rotation
Fuel/Insurance
FP & A
Banking
Internal Audit
Tax
Management Accounting
Financial Reporting
The Application Process
We are looking for graduates with genuine interest in working for Ryanair. As part of the application, please include your department preferences as to which area you\'re keen to work in. Our Talent Team may review the application and consider other departments if suited.
Applications will remain open until 31st January 2026. Early applications are encouraged. Successful candidates will be asked to demonstrate the skills and behaviours that have supported Ryanair\'s growth. The interview process typically includes a phone call, a Microsoft Teams interview, and a face-to-face interview in Dublin.
To ensure you present your best foot forward, please ensure all information supplied is accurate. In the cover letter, state why you want to join the Ryanair Graduate Programme and indicate the areas you are most interested in working in.
Requirements
Studied a relevant degree (Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, etc.) with a 2.1 or above or on track to achieve this.
Must have graduated/finished university no earlier than 2024.
Hold the unrestricted right to live and work in Ireland and travel freely throughout the network.
Strong analytical ability to drive efficiency, quality and continuous improvements.
Ability to work in a pressurised and fast paced environment.
Strong organisational and interpersonal skills.
The ability to work on own initiative.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
PC skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
Good sense of humour and willingness to engage with the team.
Benefits
Competitive salary that increases in Year 2.
Discounted and unlimited travel to over 250 destinations.
Defined Contribution Pension Scheme – Matched up to 5% or €5,000.
Death in Service Benefit – Up to 2 times of annual basic salary.
20 Days Annual Leave – Increasing to 22 days after 12 months and 25 days after 3 years of continuous service.
Option for up to 5 additional unpaid leave days per year.
Cycle to Work Scheme.
Unrivalled career progression.
Competencies
Project Management
Organisational Savvy
Interpersonal Skills
Communication
Seniority level
Internship
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Finance
Sales
Industries
Airlines and Aviation
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