Trainee Accountant

Title: Trainee Accountant Reporting to: Finance Manager  Location: Grand Canal Dock, Dublin 2Contract: Fixed-Term ContractWorking Model: Hybrid Working Model (two days in the office, three days working remote on a weekly basis. Flexibility to work additional days in the office will be required depending on business demands).*Kindly note we do not offer visas or sponsorship for this role. You must have the right to work in Ireland and provide a valid Visa to be considered for this role.About IPB:Founded in 1926, we are the leading insurer of Ireland’s public sector. As Irelands only indigenous mutual insurer, we exist to protect and safeguard the interests of our Members, consisting of all 31 Local Authorities, 16 Education and Training Boards, the HSE and Regional Assemblies. In doing so, we play an important role in supporting our Members in serving the needs of their local communities across the length and breadth of Ireland.Our purpose is as relevant today as it was when we were founded over 97 years ago. We have maintained this purpose by attracting the very best talent to meet the evolving needs of our Members and customers.About the Role:The Trainee Accountant will work alongside the Finance Team and will get involved in all the everyday transactional and operational Finance duties, to ensure the delivery of a range of statutory and regulatory reports. The role holder will also support finance and company projects and provide cover when required to the broader finance team.To be successful in the role you will be accountable for:Providing daily and monthly management information to the broader company management.Assisting with accounting for different elements of the business on a monthly basis.Assistance in preparation of Monthly Management Accounts.Preparation of Prepayments & Accruals.Dealing with internal and external auditors.Reporting to management on daily/monthly requirements within deadline.Responding to queries in a timely manner.Taking responsibility and ownership of tasks.What we're looking for:Relevant qualification in business/accountancy.Currently studying or interested in studying for a Professional accountancy qualification: ACCA, CIMA.Numeric skills – a strong aptitude for reviewing, assessing and coherently presenting financial information.Advanced knowledge of Excel with proficiency in MS Word, Windows.Ability to work under pressure within a team environment.Ability to meet deadlines and targets.Self-motivated individual with drive, enthusiasm and commitment.Excellent organisational, analytical and time management skills.‘Can-do, will do’ attitude.What you’ll get:A family friendly work environment.A supportive environment with a high level of camaraderie.Exposure to all parts of the insurance business and a range of stakeholders.We offer you a culture that is underpinned and supported by our values and behaviours of ‘Passionate’, ‘Service Driven’, ‘Respectful’, ‘Trustworthy’ and ‘Collaborative’. These values underpin how we interact with each other across everything that we do. They guide our thinking, decisions, and actions, creating a truly unique place to work. Every employee is responsible for the creation of our culture which focuses on creating a psychologically safe ‘Speak Up’ environment, promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace and enhancing our journey in employee engagement and sustained performance improvement.Lots of benefits including:Competitive SalaryDiscretionary BonusHealth Allowance for employees and dependents where applicableHolidays – 23 days annual leave plus the option to purchase more10 public holidays plus 2 additional company daysGenerous Pension SchemeA suite of family leave policiesLife assurance coverIncome Protection InsuranceDiscounted Home and Car InsuranceLearning and Development OpportunitiesExam and Study LeaveEasy access to our Employee Assistance Programme and suite of Employee Wellness Initiatives including annual Flu vaccineBike to Work SchemeActive Sports and Social ClubIPB is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining the very best people by offering a motivating and inclusive workplace in which talent is truly recognised and rewarded. We are committed to promoting Inclusion for All with the belief that diversity plays an important role in the success of our business. We actively encourage everyone to consider becoming a part of our journey. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status, disability, or membership of the Traveller community. We bring out the best in each other.IPB is proud to be recognised as a Great Place to Work and placed 24th in the 2024 best medium sized workplace category.IPB is dedicated to Sustainability and safeguarding your future. We focus on Environmental, Social, and Governance commitments, and invite you to join us in creating a better world for generations to come.Individuals who are interested in applying for a job opportunity in IPB can request reasonable accommodations to be made throughout the recruitment process. To learn more about us, please visit here.If this sounds like you:Apply if you think we're a good match for you and you believe in our values. We’ll get in touch to let you know what the next steps are.Interviews:Interviews will be conducted in-person, in addition to virtually where required.