Graduate Audit Trainee

Graduate Audit Trainee (ACCA) - Dublin/Film, TV and Video Games - September 2026

Join to apply for the Graduate Audit Trainee (ACCA) role at Saffery. Location: Dublin, St Stephens Green. Programme start: September 2026.

Your future starts here

Are you looking to start your career in audit? We're seeking ambitious individuals from all backgrounds to join our team as a trainee, studying towards the ACCA qualification.

Who We Welcome

We recognise that talent comes from different paths, so we encourage applications from recent graduates or career changers. We do not expect applicants to have any prior relevant work experience.

About The Team

Located on St Stephens Green in Dublin, the Film and TV team services over 70% of the Irish film and TV market including significant inward investment projects, working regularly with Netflix, Disney, Lucasfilm, Apple, etc.

About The Programme

Our training contract takes three years to complete with full support and access to first-class tuition centres. If you're AAT Level 4 qualified, you will be eligible for exemptions; otherwise we ask for all trainees to complete the full ACCA. We believe that studying alongside a cohort gives you the best chance of exam success.

Key Dates To Apply

15 September to 3 October. We encourage early applications to avoid disappointment. Due to high volume, you may experience delays in the process but we will review all submissions fairly.

Your role and development

Your growth comes from valuable work experience and real-world learning, not just exams.

• You'll be taken through the various stages of an audit from planning to completion.
• Work on audit and accounts preparation assignments for diverse clients.
• Learn how to conduct client reviews, audit testing, and financial analysis. You may start with audit testing of simpler balances and progress to more complex testing, including production service agreements and contracts of cast and crew members.
• Visit client sites and build strong relationships to gain a deeper understanding of their business.
• Progressively take on more responsibility to understand the full audit cycle.

We'll support you through mentorship, structured training, off-site trainee programmes, and regular social events to build friendships with colleagues.

What You'll Need

• 2:1 (expected or obtained) in any discipline
• A minimum of 400 Leaving Certificate points or 120 UCAS points (or equivalent)
• A minimum of B (or equivalent) in GCSE/Junior Certificate Maths and English Language

We welcome applications from candidates who are AAT qualified. Please apply as usual and include your qualification details in the academic section. If you have over 12 months relevant experience within a training contract at another firm, consider exploring part-qualified opportunities on our Experienced Hire vacancy page.

What We'll Offer You

We provide core and flexible benefits tailored to your needs:

• Competitive salary & paid overtime or time off in lieu
• Profit-sharing scheme (approx. €1,000 per year)
• Generous annual leave & flexible work arrangements
• Contributory pension plan (5% salary match)
• Life assurance cover based on 4 x annual salary
• Working from home allowance of €27 a month
  • Buddy scheme and/or line manager support
  • Agile working policy (up to three days working from home; first months may include up to 4 days in the office to support training)
  • Employer-paid dental insurance and access to mental health & wellbeing resources
    • Mentorship & career progression opportunities
    • Participation in our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion programme
    • Volunteer opportunities in People networks
    Who We Are
    

Saffery is a partner-led, people-focused firm of chartered accountants, tax and business advisers. Since 1855, we've built long-term relationships with diverse, high-profile clients across varied sectors. As a proud member of Nexia, we have access to local insight on a global scale. We foster an informal, inclusive culture where people can be themselves and pursue rewarding careers.

Ready to start your journey?

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What To Know Before You Apply

• Familiarise yourself with our recruitment process by visiting How to apply - Saffery
• Practice psychometric tests and interview techniques to prepare for competency-based interviews
• You may apply to one programme per recruitment season; if not successful, try again next year
• For extenuating circumstances affecting academics, contact EarlyCareersTalent@saffery.com
• Include reasonable adjustments details on the application form; we are committed to fair assessment
• Selected for an in-person interview? Travel expenses reimbursement will be provided
• If offered a place, consider scheduling around training/onboarding; hold off on annual leave before start

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