Trainee Accountant

DJH

Salary undisclosed

DublinFull-timeOn-siteIntermediate

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Description

Are you about to finish College or Sixth form and are wondering what to do next? Do you fancy joining the amazing world of accounting? Are you looking for a Practice which has been voted one of the best places to work in the UK, with fully funded training packages and a strong focus on learning and development so you can reach your true potential?

If you’re reading this, then the answer to that question is probably yes. At DJH, our team is at the heart of everything we achieve. And no matter how much we grow, looking after our people will always be our #1 priority. We come in all shapes and sizes, with different qualities, experience and knowledge. Together, our differences create balance. And that is our superpower.

By joining DJH we’ll be with you at every step, as you grow and develop and build a fantastic career. Together, we’ll achieve great things.

Key Responsibilities

After a proper induction to the business, a personal development plan will be drawn up for you. It will outline each of the steps you’ll need to take to realise your ambitions and goals of becoming a fully-fledged Accountant. Life will be fast paced, engaging, creative, rewarding and you’ll learn loads every day.

Your typical day as a Trainee Accountant will involve:

Being part of a talented team, adding value to the exceptional work we deliver
Preparing year-end financial statements for a wide range of clients
Calculating corporation and personal tax liabilities, whilst coming up with tax planning ideas
Cracking on with your personal development plan – shadowing, questioning, and learning to help you achieve your ambitions and be victorious in your AAT studies
Building long-lasting relationships with clients and wowing them daily

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Hungry for a new challenge, you'll:

Have an excellent academic background, with 5 GCSEs at a minimum level 5 and above, with a level 6 or above in both Maths and English and on track to achieve 3 A Levels (or equivalent) Grade C or above
Love getting to know people and cultivating long-lasting relationships
Act like a sponge and totally enjoy learning
Be motivated to deliver extraordinary service and will embrace our “Proven Process”
Have a proactive attitude, whether a task is complicated or simple, big or small
Be motivated by a fast paced and bustling environment
Look at things differently than other people and will enjoy finding alternative solutions
Excited to immerse yourself in our lively brand, culture and business

Benefits

Here’s a few reasons to come and join us, but you’ll find loads more once you get your feet under the table:

Competitive salary
Generous holiday allowance with an extra day off to celebrate your birthday
Volunteer day
Flexible hybrid working
Fully funded study support
Tailored learning and development
Company pension
Health MOTs
Mental health support
A fully loaded wellbeing, social & community calendar

Together we achieve great things for our team, clients, communities and the planet. You can read more about DJH here.

Please note: This position is for a August 2027 start.

Benefits

Here’s a few reasons to come and join us, but you’ll find loads more once you get your feet under the table: Competitive salary Generous holiday allowance with an extra day off to celebrate your birthday Volunteer day Flexible hybrid working Fully funded study support Tailored learning and development Company pension Health MOTs Mental health support A fully loaded wellbeing, social & community calendar Together we achieve great things for our team, clients, communities and the planet. You can read more about DJH here. Please note: This position is for a August 2027 start.

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About this role

DJH is looking for school leavers or recent college graduates ready to launch a career in accounting. You'll join a practice that's invested in developing its people, with a structured path toward becoming a qualified accountant. The role combines hands-on client work—preparing financial statements, calculating tax liabilities, and identifying tax planning opportunities—with dedicated study support for your AAT qualification. You'll be embedded in a team from day one, shadowing experienced colleagues and building client relationships while working through a personalized development plan tailored to your goals.

The ideal candidate has strong academics (minimum grade 5 in GCSEs, grade 6+ in Maths and English, and three A Levels on track), genuine curiosity about people and problem-solving, and the energy to thrive in a fast-paced environment. You should be proactive, eager to learn, and motivated by delivering excellent service. DJH backs this up with fully funded training, flexible hybrid working, competitive salary, generous holiday, and a comprehensive wellbeing package including mental health support and volunteer days.

This is a full-time, in-office role based in Dublin with an August 2027 start date, suited to someone ready to commit to structured professional development and build a long-term career in practice accounting.

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