Audit Associate and Accounting Technician

Audit Associate and Accounting Technician

Location: Waterford

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Date: Apr 15, 2026

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General Information

Location: Waterford

Business Area: Assurance / Audit

Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent

Opportunity

We are seeking Accounting Technicians / Entry-Level Audit Associate to join our growing Audit team. This role is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional to develop a strong foundation in audit and assurance within a structured, supportive, and high-quality learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of audit engagements in accordance with EY audit methodology and professional standards
• Perform audit procedures on key financial statement areas
• Prepare audit working papers and documentation in line with audit quality requirements
• Assist with walkthroughs and testing of internal controls
• Support audit seniors and managers with engagement fieldwork and administration
• Interact professionally with client finance teams to obtain audit evidence
• Use audit tools and Microsoft Excel to perform and document audit procedures
• Take responsibility for assigned tasks and complete them accurately and on time

Qualifications

• Accounting Technician qualification (qualified or finalist) or equivalent accounting experience
• Strong attention to detail and organised approach to work
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Willingness to learn and take feedback constructively
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in audit, accounting, or a finance function
• Exposure to financial statements prepared under FRS 102 or IFRS

This role is designed as an entry point into the Audit profession. You will be supported from day one with a clear development pathway, enabling progression subject to performance and qualification progression.

Benefits

We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive benefits package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs: covering holidays, health and well being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions.

Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around.
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career.
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that's right for you.

Our range of benefits includes:

• Hybrid Working
• Pension / Discounted Health Insurance
• Web Doctor
• Purchase of Additional Annual Leave
• Free Gym Membership
• Travel Pass
• Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Referral Bonuses & Recognition Awards
• Tech MBA paid by EY

Inclusion & Diversity

We hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued and respected, practices are equitable and everyone experiences a sense of belonging: Inclusion, diversity, and equity are part of who we are at EY. We believe that the highest-performing teams maximise the power of different perspectives and backgrounds. These teams are both diverse and inclusive and are willing to invite and learn from other perspectives. Our ability to include various viewpoints into our mindsets, behaviours and operations is fundamental to driving innovation, building strong relationships, and delivering the best solutions for our clients.

We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and building a culture where we support all our people to achieve their potential. You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. As an equal opportunities' employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.