Job Description

Accounts Assistant Intern

Application Deadline: 16 July 2026

Department: Finance

Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time

Location: Dublin

We are currently seeking a Accounts Assistant Intern to join our busy Finance Department on a fixed term contract for 12 months. The role will primarily be in Accounts Payable and will involve elements of Practice Management and other general offices duties.

Training will be provided and will involve the use of various software and systems including Microsoft Dynamics GP, IRIS Practice Engine, SharePoint and Microsoft Office (particularly Excel and Outlook).

This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the early stages of their career to develop their skills and gain valuable hands-on experience within a busy finance department, supporting key activities as an Accounts Assistant.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

Purchase invoice cost centre analysis and data entry
Assisting in preparation of vendor payments
Reconciliation of vendor accounts

Practice Management

Analysis and recording of client outlays and disbursements
Review and analysis of staff expense claims

General Duties

Preparation of various general ledger journals
General filing, post etc

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Good IT skills and knowledge of Microsoft applications (Excel and Outlook)
Ability to work on own initiative and to agreed reporting timelines
A proactive mindset with the ability to identify problems and propose solutions in a timely manner
Good time management and self-motivation skills
A high level of discretion required
Some experience in an accounts payable environment is preferable but not essential

Benefits

Office Facilities

State of the art high tech office in a Central Dublin City Centre location
Onsite gym, with changing & shower facilities
Secure bike parking
Onsite café with complimentary barista

Work Equipment & Resources

Laptop
L&D initiatives

About BDO Ireland

BDO Ireland is different. Because of our people.

Our people are as unique as you are. We’re more than machines. We have the spark and the vision to connect with your business and adapt to your needs. We pride ourselves on solving your problems - with practical, actionable and human insight. We bring intelligence, empathy, and purpose. We listen, we understand, we think - we deliver. That's why you can count on us.

With offices in Dublin, Limerick and our international network of 1,728 offices in 167 countries, we have the knowledge and global experience to find and deliver the solution that’s right for you.

Because what BDO offer is not just audit, tax, consulting or advisory. It’s more than that.

IDEAS | PEOPLE | TRUST

Industry

Accounting & Tax

Company Size

201-500 employees

Headquarters

Dublin, IE

Year Founded

1982

Website

bdo.ie

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