Posted 23 June, 2026
Work Placement - Accounting Internship
Xeinadin Group
Galway, Galway, Ireland
Temporary
Reference: 1870828602
Vacancy Name
Work Placement - Accounting Internship
Vacancy No
VN2268
Employment Type
Fixed Term
Duration
N/A
Location City
Galway
Location Country
Ireland
Company Description
Xeinadin was established in 2019 when a number of leading business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland came together to re-imagine the future of accountancy. Our collective mission to provide locally forged, trusted business advice to SMEs through forward-thinking, close-knit relationships remains pivotal to our growth. It's our people who drive our business forward, and we offer them future-focused career opportunities whilst supporting individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 3000 colleagues operate collaboratively, combining collective expertise to maximise potential.
Description
Here in Xeinadin Galway City we are looking for an intern to join us from September to December for a work placement.
Our interns support the wider team by delivering high-quality routine tasks and assisting on client engagements. As an intern, you will work closely with colleagues across audit, tax, and accounts to ensure work is completed accurately, on time, and in line with Xeinadin's vision and values.
Key Responsibilities
Provide day-to-day support on a variety of accounting services, including audit fieldwork, tax return preparation, and management accounts.
Assist with data entry, reconciliations, documentation, and workpaper preparation to a consistently high standard.
Liaise with clients to gather information, resolve queries, and maintain clear, professional communication.
Contribute to the accuracy and completeness of files, ensuring compliance with internal methodologies and relevant regulations.
Collaborate with team members to meet deadlines and support efficient workflow across engagements.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of firm procedures and participate in training to build technical skills.
Key Requirements
We are looking for:
Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
Good communication and teamwork skills, with a client-focused mindset.
Additional Requirements
Ability to manage workload, follow established processes, and meet deadlines.
Eagerness to learn across audit, tax, and accounts, reflecting Xeinadin's values of integrity, collaboration, and excellence.
Model
Office Based
Salary
Competitive
Benefits
Benefits
• Company Pension Scheme
• 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays
• Additional annual leave days from certain levels of seniority
• Ability to buy up to 5 days of annual leave to reach a maximum of 30 days per annum
• Business closure over Christmas*
• Life Assurance x4 annual salary
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 support, free and confidential
• Corporate Discounts Platform
Flexible Benefits platform with ability to opt-in to various insurances (level of seniority dependent & self-funded at corporate rates) such as:
• Critical Illness Cover
• Cash plan
• Cycle to work
• Eye care
• Dental
*subject to exceptions and business needs
Work Placement - Accounting Internship
Vacancy No
VN2268
Employment Type
Fixed Term
Duration
N/A
Location City
Galway
Location Country
Ireland
Company Description
Xeinadin was established in 2019 when a number of leading business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland came together to re-imagine the future of accountancy. Our collective mission to provide locally forged, trusted business advice to SMEs through forward-thinking, close-knit relationships remains pivotal to our growth. It's our people who drive our business forward, and we offer them future-focused career opportunities whilst supporting individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 3000 colleagues operate collaboratively, combining collective expertise to maximise potential.
Description
Here in Xeinadin Galway City we are looking for an intern to join us from September to December for a work placement.
Our interns support the wider team by delivering high-quality routine tasks and assisting on client engagements. As an intern, you will work closely with colleagues across audit, tax, and accounts to ensure work is completed accurately, on time, and in line with Xeinadin's vision and values.
Key Responsibilities
Provide day-to-day support on a variety of accounting services, including audit fieldwork, tax return preparation, and management accounts.
Assist with data entry, reconciliations, documentation, and workpaper preparation to a consistently high standard.
Liaise with clients to gather information, resolve queries, and maintain clear, professional communication.
Contribute to the accuracy and completeness of files, ensuring compliance with internal methodologies and relevant regulations.
Collaborate with team members to meet deadlines and support efficient workflow across engagements.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of firm procedures and participate in training to build technical skills.
Key Requirements
We are looking for:
Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
Good communication and teamwork skills, with a client-focused mindset.
Additional Requirements
Ability to manage workload, follow established processes, and meet deadlines.
Eagerness to learn across audit, tax, and accounts, reflecting Xeinadin's values of integrity, collaboration, and excellence.
Model
Office Based
Salary
Competitive
Benefits
Benefits
• Company Pension Scheme
• 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays
• Additional annual leave days from certain levels of seniority
• Ability to buy up to 5 days of annual leave to reach a maximum of 30 days per annum
• Business closure over Christmas*
• Life Assurance x4 annual salary
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 support, free and confidential
• Corporate Discounts Platform
Flexible Benefits platform with ability to opt-in to various insurances (level of seniority dependent & self-funded at corporate rates) such as:
• Critical Illness Cover
• Cash plan
• Cycle to work
• Eye care
• Dental
*subject to exceptions and business needs
