Qualified Accountant - Cork

When you join KPMG Ireland, you are joining a community of over 4,200 employees who collectively work together, both in person and virtually, to achieve their full potential.

We are known as an organisation who want you to come as you are and do work that truly matters. Joining KPMG Ireland is an opportunity to enhance your career, not only in the work that you enjoy doing, but equally through the global connections that you make, the lifelong learning that you can accomplish and the chance to make your mark.

Qualified Accountant

Location: Cork, as part of our hybrid working model

Grade: Qualified Accountant

Contract type: Initial 12-month FTC

A snapshot of your peer group:

• Qualified accountant
• Previous industry experience
• Self-confident with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Commercially orientated, with good project management skills
• Highly organised with ability to multi-task, work to deadlines and deliver under pressure
• Excellent drive, commitment and enthusiasm

Your responsibilities and achievements will evolve as you enhance your career with us. Here is what you can initially expect:

Your responsibilities within this role will vary as the work will be primarily project focused. Further detail around these projects will be provided at interview stage.

Our KPMG Managed Solutions practice works closely with clients to help them buy, sell and fund their businesses.

Our services include:

• Data remediation
• Process management
• General Ledger Accounting
• Financial Reporting and Compliance
• Support Month end and Quarter end close processes
• P&L and balance sheet account analysis, review, reconciliation and resolution
• Issues, crisis and event response
• Claims and complaints handling

Your team:

Our Managed Solutions team works with clients to help them respond to issues, crises and events. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team with diverse skills and deep experience, supporting our clients as they face both planned and emerging business challenges, and will quickly gain new skills, experience and confidence, as you help our clients to succeed.

Benefits Tailored for You

At KPMG, we understand that life is multifaceted. That's why we offer a flexible benefits package designed to support your unique lifestyle. Our benefits include:

• Discounted Health Insurance: Prioritise your well being with our health insurance options.
• Additional Annual Leave: Purchase extra leave to spend more time with friends and family or to travel.
• Enhanced Family Leave: Enjoy more time with your family with our generous leave options.
• Emergency Childcare Cover: For times when your regular childcare plans fall through.
• Social Events: Connect and network with colleagues through our engaging social events.
• Early Finish Fridays: Start your weekends early on bank holidays and during the summer.
• Relocation Assistance: Smooth your transition if you're moving to Ireland.
• Learning & Development: Access our extensive supports, including LinkedIn Learning, to grow your skills.

Commitment to Inclusion & Diversity

Inclusion, diversity, and equity are at the heart of KPMG. We celebrate diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we're committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment at every level. Our goal is to attract and retain the best talent by building a culture where everyone can achieve their potential.

Equal Opportunities

KPMG is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from people of all backgrounds. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process if needed. Necessary arrangements can be made at interview stage to accommodate the needs of candidates with disabilities.