Trainee Accountant

Company Description
Xeinadin was established in 2019 when more than 100 successful, independent, 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 is our people who help drive our business forward, and we offer them future-focused career opportunities whilst supporting the individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 1800 colleagues operate in collaboration across the Group, combining collective expertise to maximise our people's potential. As part of one Xeinadin, our colleagues are able to draw on expertise and support from across our UK, Ireland and central teams, as well as benefitting from being a part of their local communities.

Description
Xeinadin is a leading firm of chartered accountants with offices across Ireland. Our Ireland South hub provides a full range of accountancy, audit and taxation services to a diverse portfolio of individual and corporate clients. Working at Xeinadin offers our people the opportunity to build a career in one of the fastest growing professional services firms in Ireland. Our people are our most valuable resource and we invest in nurturing the talent and energy of our Trainees. We have created a challenging and supportive professional environment, enabling Trainees to reach their full potential. Our head office is located in Clonakilty, West Cork, one of Ireland's most beautiful seaside resorts. We're currently recruiting Trainee Accountants to join our Limerick team, with great opportunities for progression.

Key Responsibilities
Main duties and responsibilities:

1. Preparing financial statements;
2. Participating in the performance of audits;
3. Compiling management accounts and other management reporting and bookkeeping;
4. Preparing corporation Tax, VAT, RCT and Income Tax returns;
5. Preparing and processing Payroll;
6. Liaising with banks, legal firms, Revenue and other professional advisers;
7. Managing client Company Secretarial requirements;
8. Work under the supervision of senior staff members and provide support;
9. Preparing VAT returns;
10. Preparing management accounts;
11. Attending client premises;
12. Communicate and liaise verbally and in writing with external clients, always aiming to deliver customer service excellence;
13. Ensure that all work is completed to a high standard in terms of timeliness and technical competence;
14. Participate in teamwork and activities enhancing standards for the business and client;
15. Represent the firm internally and externally in a professional manner through appearance, conduct and attitude;
16. Deliver the Xeinadin vision and values.

Key Requirements
Ideal candidates will:

1. Expect to achieve at least a 2.1 in accountancy or a business related degree;
2. Have obtained 420+ points at Leaving Cert level (or equivalent);
3. Be motivated and able to work both as part of a team and independently;
4. Possess strong communication and English language skills;
5. Be enthusiastic about both developing their career;
6. Endeavour to continually improve their skills and knowledge.

Additional Requirements
Successful candidates will gain experience across all departments and get exceptional training and support. They will engage with clients from early stages and benefit from an exceptional study leave and remuneration package.

To apply please send your full CV to ciara.murphy@xeinadin.com

Benefits

1. Company Pension Scheme;
2. 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays;
3. Additional annual leave days from certain levels of seniority;
4. Ability to buy up to 5 days of annual leave to reach a maximum of 30 days per annum;
5. Business closure over Christmas*;
6. Life Assurance x4 annual salary;
7. Enhanced family leave policies;
8. Enhanced Company Sick Pay;
9. Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support, free and confidential;
10. Corporate Discounts Platform;
11. Flexible Benefits platform with ability to opt-in to various insurances (level of seniority dependent & self-funded at corporate rates) such as:
12. PMI single or family;
13. Critical Illness Cover;
14. Cash plan;
15. Cycle to work;
16. Eye care;
17. Dental;