131 Financial Advisory jobs in Ireland

A forward-looking financial planning brokerage in Kilkenny is seeking an
Administrator / Paraplanner
to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong organisational skills and a keen interest in financial planning who is looking to build a career path in a respected business with a strong brand and leadership.

About the Role

In this role, you will support the financial advisers by undertaking light paraplanning tasks combined with general administrative duties. You will be involved in client file preparation, research support, document production, compliance tracking, and other practice management tasks. Over time you will have opportunity to take on more complex paraplanning work, with training and exam support from the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of financial planning reports (fact finds, analysis, projections) under supervision
• Carry out research on products, investments, pensions, and funds
• Prepare client documentation, maintain file records and ensure compliance with firm procedures
• Liaise with clients, product providers, and support offices for information gathering
• Monitor deadlines, renewals, client reviews and compliance schedules
• Support advisers with meeting preparation and follow-up
• Contribute to continuous process improvements within the practice

What We're Looking For

• Strong organisational, written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Proactive, self-motivated and able to work as part of a team
• An interest or some exposure in financial services, investments, pensions or related area
• Comfortable working with data, spreadsheets, and financial documents
• No QFA or formal qualifications required: training and exam support will be provided if you wish to progress

What's on Offer

• Salary of
  €35,000 to €40,000
• Full training, mentoring, and financial support for professional exams (e.g. QFA, CFP)
• Opportunity to grow into a full paraplanner / adviser support role
• Work with a reputable and growing brokerage in Kilkenny
• Initially full-time onsite, with move toward hybrid working
• Collaborative culture, supportive leadership, and room for career development

What You'll Gain

• A clear career path in financial planning
• Exposure to real client work and paraplanning experience
• Ability to grow your technical knowledge, professional credentials and responsibility
• Being part of a strong brand and respected business in the region

Next Steps
Interested? Apply with your CV or contact Michael Gorman directly.

About The Opportunity:

Teneo's global Financial Advisory business advises corporates, creditors and other financial stakeholders in situations of financial stress and distress. No two situations are the same. Our advice and approach is tailored to each situation and each client. At Teneo, we believe such occurrences present new opportunities for our clients. Opportunities to restore value, raise new capital, pivot in a new direction and ultimately, identify certainty amidst chaos. Teneo partners with clients to find viable opportunities that will protect and enhance value and help them to build strategies that will most benefit their business and/or investment goals.

Integrating the disciplines of financial advisory, management consulting, strategic communications, risk advisory and people advisory, Teneo's global Financial Advisory team guides companies and their stakeholders through periods of uncertainty and stress. We help address the challenges a business faces, whether that is targeted performance improvement to financial performance.

We help address the challenges a business faces, whether that is targeted performance improvement to financial performance, or delivering a route to recover value, our focus is delivering certainty from uncertainty.

What You'll Be Doing:

Our programme offers a 3-year experience where you'll work towards your chartered accountancy qualification while gaining invaluable experience across our Financial Advisory business. From day one, after your induction, you'll dive into real-world projects, developing both technical expertise and broader business advisory skills. Here's what you can expect:

• Support senior colleagues with advising clients on commercial restructuring issues on several high-profile projects.
• Support a portfolio of insolvency appointments.
• Conduct market research, analyse data, and create insightful, clear reports and presentations.
• Produce high-quality deliverables within set timelines.
• Participate in client meetings and presentations, learning directly from experienced professionals.
• Build sector-specific knowledge and understanding.
• Maintain relevant qualifications and pursue further learning, including professional certifications.

What sets our programme apart is the opportunity to rotate through our specialist teams, where you'll explore key areas such as corporate turnaround, M&A solutions, business valuations, and global capital markets, gaining a well-rounded foundation in financial advisory.

What We're Looking For:

• Achieved or on track for a 2.1 in any degree discipline
• Graduating before Sept 2026
• Achieved a minimum Leaving Cert score of 400
• Ability to align with Teneo's core values. Read about them here.

Application Process:

• Stage 1: Online application and CV submission
• Stage 2: Blended assessment - includes a video interview
• Stage 3: Assessment centre

Our Commitment To Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

We believe that different perspectives and new ideas are essential for us to meaningfully partner with our clients globally. We are committed to investing in our people and fostering an environment of dignity and respect to create a sense of purpose and belonging for all.

In support of these objectives, we engage in targeted action to support our people, especially those from under-represented groups, in overcoming barriers and ensuring that each person is afforded the same opportunities to grow, develop and bring their whole self to work. We are taking active steps to build a culture of thinking, acting and leading inclusively that is embedded throughout our business. See here how Teneo is making a difference. See here how Teneo is making a difference.

Assistant Manager- Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS)
General Information
Location:
Dublin and Cork

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship: No
Business Area:
UKI Assurance

Contract Type:
Full-Time – Permanent

FAAS addresses the CFO's agenda and provides CFOs, controllers, treasurers and audit committees with insight and services to support compliance with evolving financial requirements and help provide transparency and trust in reporting to support better decision-making. We also help to support finance functions with robust financial data analytics and innovation through our tools.

The Team and the opportunity
EY have a number of career opportunities available and we are interested in meeting with strong candidates who are looking for a new challenge, one where you can develop your range of skills significantly. Be that a move out of industry into practice, or from within practice into advisory services. You will play a key role in supporting the development of new, and strengthening existing, client relationships and help our clients, who are leaders in the Financial Services industry, navigate the complex finance issues facing their business.

The FAAS team specialises in supporting our clients in delivering accounting and regulatory change, and implementing finance transformation. FAAS operates within a global and EMEIA network across EY.

Your Key Responsibilities
Within FAAS, you'll work as part of a multi-disciplinary and high-performing team of problem solvers with extensive experience helping financial services organisations solve their complex business issues from strategy to execution in one or more of the following areas:

• Research and develop solutions to complex technical accounting and/or regulatory issues;
• Keep up to date with industry, regulatory and accounting change to proactively develop and present solutions to our clients and potential clients;
• Work with our client's financial and regulatory reporting teams to help deliver insights from financial information and to improve reporting processes;
• Lead the delivery of technical support on ad-hoc accounting and regulatory queries from clients and teams in other service lines and across EMEIA;
• Assist clients with the implementation of new and revised accounting standards, GAAP conversions and regulatory change;
• Lead the planning, execution and delivery of engagements including those involving large scale financial and accounting change or complex transactions in in large Finance functions;
• Lead junior team members effectively, providing support and guidance whilst acting as the key point of contact with senior leaders;
• Leverage technology to continually learn, share knowledge with team members, and enhance service delivery; and
• Build strong internal relationships within Assurance and across the other service lines we work with and support.

Skills, experience & qualifications needed:
We're interested in future leaders with a genuine creative vision and the confidence to make it happen. Our opportunities will allow you to apply your financial accounting, regulatory reporting or change expertise to a variety of projects whilst offering you excellent career and progression opportunities. You can expect plenty of autonomy in this role, so you'll also need the ability to take initiative and seek out opportunities to improve our current processes and ways of working. Fluent English and excellent report writing skills are essential. In addition, to qualify for the role, you ideally will have:

• An undergraduate or graduate degree in accounting and/or other appropriate academic major (including Business, Economics, Accounting, Finance);
• ACA or ACCA certification is desired but not a pre-requisite;
• A minimum of 3 years of experience as an auditor for a public accounting firm, and/or industry experience; and
• Excellent project management skills including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Fluent English

What Working At EY Offers
We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive Total Rewards 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

All our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include:

• 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

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.

Career Progression

• When you join EY, you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one.
• Continuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• As you grow and develop here, you'll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it's as unique as you are - success is defined by you, we will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership, we will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
• We have embraced Hybrid working at EY adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of our employees.

About EY
As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we're using the finance products, expertise and systems we've developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

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 maximize 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.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.
Join us in building a better working world. That's Why, EY.
Apply now.
IMPORTANT: Where Agency assistance is required, our Talent Team will engage directly with suppliers. CVs / Profiles should not be shared directly with Hiring Managers. Unsolicited CVs / Profiles supplied to EY by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role.

Financial Accounting Advisory Services - Finance Optimisation - Director

General Information

Location: Dublin / Cork

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship: Yes

Business Area: UKI Assurance

Contract Type: Full-Time – Permanent

The Team and the opportunity

We have an exciting Director role available in EY's market-leading Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) team, working with some of the largest multinational and Irish companies in a role that also affords you the opportunity to work extensively with all of EY's sub-services lines, including advisory, assurance and tax.

Specifically, within FAAS, we are looking to recruit into our Finance Advisory & Process Improvement competency.

You will play a key role in driving growth by developing new and enhancing existing client relationships, leading highly skilled project teams and delivering a first-class customer experience through high profile engagements.

FAAS are the trusted business advisors to our client's finance and reporting organisations, providing practical support and end-to-end business solutions in the areas of financial reporting, accounting and business transactions and financial control. FAAS is a client-facing service offering, focused on generating value-add relationships with our clients and supporting them with the continuous development of their finance functions. With an effective and efficient finance function now critical to successful business performance, our FAAS services help clients address the various challenges in their business. Our core service offerings include:

• Accounting and Reporting Services
• Transaction accounting, IPO and Capital Markets Services
• Finance Processes, Internal Controls and Analytics Services
• Treasury and Finance Support Services
• Non Financial Reporting & ESG Services

Our FAAS professionals combine technical knowledge with business and industry insights, assisting our clients to make informed strategic decisions, thus helping them gain a competitive advantage through better decision-making

Your key responsibilities

• Growing the finance optimisation business by actively pursuing new business opportunities, client contacts and areas of growth;
• Networking & representing the FAAS practice at events, client seminars and similar;
• Leading the day to day delivery on client engagement projects to maintain quality and our promise for exceptional service delivery to all our clients;
• Client management and liaison with senior client stakeholders with a view to build strong working relationships with our clients.
• Managing performance of junior team members through on the job coaching, mentoring and providing constructive and timely performance feedback;
• Liaison with other EY teams and Service lines, is necessary, to ensure seamless solution to our clients;
• Keeping engagement leaders updated on progress on the engagement and bringing to their attention any issues in a timely manner with proposed solutions;
• Leading consultations and research in line with agreed engagement execution plans to support deliverables to our clients;
• Preparation of high-quality client deliverables including (but not limited to) technical accounting analysis papers, GAAP compliant financial statements, project reports, special purpose financial information, accounting policies documentation and the implementation of improvements to our clients' internal control environments;
• Presentation of the results of our work to senior team members or clients in a clear and concise manner;
• Development of our talent pool through our internal people initiative like training, counselling, mentoring, role modelling and promoting general wellbeing of our people.

Skills and attributes for success

We are looking for candidates who are highly motivated, analytical, logical thinkers with a passion for innovation and creating better ways of working with our clients and have a very strong attention to detail to join our growing team.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Accountancy qualified (ACCA / ACA / CPA / CA or Equivalent).
• A minimum of 10 years post qualified experience.
• Deep understanding of IFRS, and FRS 102.
• Strong technical writing skills and advanced risk management knowledge.
• Experience in finance process optimisation, including controls and process design and ideally experience in the adoption of technology tools or automations including RPA, OCR, Process Mining, Blackline, PowerBI, Oracle Cloud, SAP/S4,

Ideally, you will also have

• US GAAP and SOX knowledge.
• Proven ability and interest in business development & networking.
• Proven ability to work on complex accounting issues and transactions and an ability to clearly articulate the advice in written deliverables.
• Proven experience leading the planning, execution and reporting on engagements.
• Good working knowledge of finance governance and reporting, finance operations, processes and internal controls.
• Industry experience.
• Demonstrated commercial awareness.

What we look for

We are lookingfor leaders with a genuine creative vision and the confidence to make it happen. You can expect plenty of autonomy in this role, so you'll also need the ability to take initiative and seek out opportunities to improve our current relationships and processes. If you're serious about accounting advisory and ready to take on some of our clients' most complex issues, this role is for you.

What working at EY offers

We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive Total Rewards 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

All our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include:

• 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

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.

Career Progression

• When you join EY, you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one.
• Continuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• As you grow and develop here, you'll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it's as unique as you are - success is defined by you, we will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership, we will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
• We have embraced Hybrid working at EY adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of our employees.

About EY

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we're using the finance products, expertise and systems we've developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

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 maximize 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.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

Join us in building a better working world.That's Why, EY.

Apply now.

IMPORTANT: Where Agency assistance is required, our Talent Team will engage directly with suppliers. CVs / Profiles should not be shared directly with Hiring Managers. Unsolicited CVs / Profiles supplied to EY by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role.

Financial Services - VAT Advisor
General Information
Location:
Dublin, Cork, Limerick, Galway or Waterford

Business Area:
Tax

Contract Type:
Full-Time – Permanent

Market-leading growth in our Financial Services team has created an opportunity for strong and ambitious professionals to join the Financial Services Indirect Tax (VAT) team.

Working with many organisations across all financial services sectors (banking and capital markets, wealth and asset management, insurance, and aircraft leasing), you will have the opportunity to work as part of a globally integrated network of specialists with high quality Big 4 tax environment The work is technically challenging, creative and requires you to work closely with our clients' businesses

You will be able to own projects, develop indirect tax offerings and work with the management team to further identify business opportunities. You will have the support of a strong team with proven expertise in this area and the opportunity to progress, learn and accelerate your career.

The opportunity
This is a period of unprecedented change in the tax arena, which is resulting in huge demand for delivery of a wide range of Indirect Tax advisory services including traditional VAT advice and new market opportunities including review of client operating models; process & control recommendations; indirect tax technology and risk advisory services. We are looking for individuals to help build solutions for our FS clients on the practical implementation and management of VAT,.

For the right candidate this role will be a springboard to a successful career in VAT - we have an excellent track record of internal promotions and place development at the centre of our people strategy. We are an active and friendly team and are excited about the fast growth of our group. You will work closely with the managers, directors and partners who will provide you with the support and opportunities to assist you in realising your full potential.

The projects that the team are working on are innovative and strategic which makes it one of the most exciting places to work in tax, but also a place where you can learn and build upon your understanding of a broad range of Indirect Tax concepts to develop your career as a skilled and trusted tax professional.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Ensure delivery of quality solutions for our clients
• Have direct responsibility for supervising, supporting and mentoring junior team members, building them into high performing tax professionals
• Take an active role in both developing and delivering our Indirect Tax teams strategy and our day to day to operations

Skills And Attributes For Success

• Build and maintain relationships with clients, providing exceptional levels of client service through innovative solutions
• Negotiation skills, able to gain buy-in and handle challenges
• Strong commercial acumen with good business development skills
• Successful delivery of complex and demanding consulting projects,
• Build networks and relationships internally and externally
• Excellent time management skills with proven ability to effectively managing competing demands
• Strong problem solving skills with an ability to identify and address core issues

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Enthusiastic attitude to work
• Ability to build strong client relationships and be commercially aware
• Negotiation skills, able to sustain opinion and handle challenges
• Strong practical and commercial experience having advised clients, or worked 'in-house'
• Effective time management skills, ability to remain calm when under pressure to meet deadlines
• Excellent communicator in a range of situations both written and oral
• Enthusiastic team player with ability to create, sustain and manage effective, inclusive teams

Ideally, you will also have

• Worked in a tax technical role, wither in practice or industry
• Project management skills, plan and prioritise work, meet deadlines, monitor own budget
• Experience working within Financial Services (although this is not a requirement)

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements, including remote and part-time working. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service and allowing you to build your career, without sacrificing your personal priorities. Be part of a global team of experts to develop unique and innovative solutions as well as benefitting from best-in-class training and development.
About EY
As a global leader in Assurance, Tax, Transaction and Advisory Services, we're using the finance products, expertise, and systems we've developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities, and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

What Working At EY Offers
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.

All our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include:

• 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

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.

Career Progression

• When you join EY, you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one.
• Continuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• As you grow and develop here, you'll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it's as unique as you are - success is defined by you, we will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership, we will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
• We have embraced Hybrid working at EY adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of our employees.

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 maximize 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.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.
Join us in building a better working world. That's Why, EY.
Apply now.
IMPORTANT: Where Agency assistance is required, our Talent Team will engage directly with suppliers. CVs / Profiles should not be shared directly with Hiring Managers. Unsolicited CVs / Profiles supplied to EY by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role.

We are Grant Thornton

Grant Thornton Ireland is rapidly approaching 3,000 people, in 9 offices across Ireland, Isle of Man, Gibraltar and Bermuda. With a presence in over 149 countries around the world and a global network of 73,000 people, we bring our clients the local knowledge, national expertise and global presence to help them succeed – wherever they're located.

At GT, we work as trusted advisors , bringing local knowledge and national expertise, with a global presence, to help businesses succeed – wherever they are located. We make business more personal by investing in building relationships and empowering our clients to make the right decisions for their organisation now and for the future. Whether that is working with the public sector to build thriving communities, with regulators and financial institutions to build trust, or with a diverse range of businesses to help them achieve their goals, Grant Thornton Ireland work hard to support clients to act on the issues that matter.

At GT Ireland we don't just predict your future, we build it.

A Career at GT

Looking for a more fulfilling role in professional services? One where fresh thinking, collaboration and diversity are valued? At Grant Thornton we do things differently.

What does this mean for you?

A career in a more inclusive working environment, a more collaborative work culture, a more supported, flexible working role, more possibilities to grow and more opportunities to help shape the future for your clients. We respect and value your experience. And we want you to bring your authentic self to work and be at your best. It is how it should be.

Grow with us

At Grant Thornton, we care about our people and work hard to make you feel valued. If you are looking to deepen and develop your skills, knowledge, and experience throughout your career, then that is what you will get, and more.

Our Benefits

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The role

This is a high profile position. It involves working closely with Partners and other senior personnel within Grant Thornton, but also with key finance people in both publicly listed companies and multinational environments.

As organisations and their business requirements become more innovative, complex and span more jurisdictions so too do the challenges faced by their accounting and finance functions. The Grant Thornton

FAAS

team are a group of proactive accounting specialists who are focused on providing practical solutions to our clients' complex financial reporting issues. Our FAAS team must be able to respond quickly to fast moving business processes and timelines – whether assisting with advice related to transactions or working to tight financial close deadlines. See where a career in FAAS can take you.

Main responsibilities:

• previous experience of working with MNC's an advantage but not a requirement, this could be in an industry or practice setting;
• desire to broaden international experience through working with and auditing companies across a number of jurisdictions in EMEA, APAC and Americas;
• strong experience in the preparation of financial statements;
• assist in maintaining and developing key client relationships;
• design and implementation of project plans;
• ensure completion of assignments within appropriate budget and timeframe;
• self-motivated and ability to work within a team;
• manage a team while on assignment;
• responsible for development and mentoring staff;
• working knowledge of Caseware for accounts preparation;
• experience of using an electronic auditing package an advantage;
• proficient accountant, with a strong understanding of GAAP;
• strong communicator, highly articulate with good report writing and excel skills;
• commercial / business awareness;
• a passion for client service;
• a genuine interest in IFRS and financial reporting in general; and
• ability to learn quickly and keep abreast of developments (particularly IFRS).

Skills and attributes:

• recognised accounting qualification;
• an audit background;
• experience in a top 20 practice;
• minimum of 3 years PQE practical experience of auditing or preparing financial statements; and
• strong project management skills.

Equity, diversity and inclusion

At Grant Thornton, we provide equitable opportunities for all our colleagues. We are a responsible, sustainable business where equity, diversity and inclusion (ED&I) is at the forefront of our workplace culture agenda, and today, we continue to build and develop on our existing ED&I structure and strategy to meet our workplace culture needs. People are at the heart of our business and teams built with varied individuals present diverse viewpoints, which need to be heard and valued.

We are all at our best when we are able to be ourselves and we view integrity and authenticity as integral values to bring to our day-to-day work-life at the firm. We are excited to see the personality and perspectives you will bring to our team because we know we will all benefit from them. Diversity of thought, background and experience enables better decision-making, improves the quality of our delivery, and helps us to meet the needs of our clients. Our firm is built on people and their ideas, so we want to hear all the new perspectives and fresh thinking you have to offer. You form the bedrock of our firm's best-practice principles and we will champion you as leaders from day one.

Reward and benefits

Our reward and benefits are designed to create an environment where our people can flourish. We are committed to building a culture where our people have access to the necessary benefits to help promote a healthy lifestyle and thrive.

Recognition

We want to create a culture of recognition and celebrating success, by saying thank you to people who surpass our expectations and recognising the right values and behaviours. Our Shout Out recognition scheme is our way of highlighting and promoting achievements. Whether you simply want to say thank you, celebrate a special occasion or give an award for doing something exceptional, you can do all of this and more through the scheme.

Financial Services Tax - Corporate Tax - Manager - Dublin / Cork / Galway

General Information

Location: Dublin / Cork / Galway

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship: No

Business Area: FSO Tax

Contract Type: Full-Time – Permanent

We are re-defining traditional career journeys and offering a range of diverse options for EY people to achieve success as defined by them and building strong foundations for future endeavours.

The Team and the opportunity

Our working world is rapidly evolving, and with that evolution comes unprecedented opportunities for businesses to adapt, expand, grow and transform. EYs tax practice combines agility, diverse thought, tax technical depth and the power of technology and analytics to provide exceptional value to clients. In a rapidly changing business and tax environment, we develop dynamic leaders who, through innovative thinking and an entrepreneurial spirit, make a positive impact on the working world as trusted business advisors.

Our Financial Services Organisation (FSO) is a unique, industry focused practice and the only one of its kind in a Big 4 firm. Tax is at the heart of our market offering. As a Tax Manager you will be part of this story and will have responsibility for advising our high-profile clients as they navigate the sea of international tax change, all the while building your profile as a trusted business advisor.

Tax is a fast paced and evolving discipline, and with the rapid growth in services clients require, and our business expanding to support that, we are looking for people who can operate across a wide range of areas. Working in tax at EY is about being a trusted business advisor to your clients, understanding and meeting their needs in a way that is right for them. You'll be given the opportunity to be a core member of our team, meeting with high profile clients to understand and help shape their agenda.

You will be at the forefront of managing both the impact of global tax law change, and also how tax is delivered as a service offering to clients, supported by cutting edge analytics, automation and robotics.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of complex corporate tax compliance and advisory projects for financial services clients, including banks, insurers, and asset managers, ensuring technical accuracy and commercial relevance.
• Manage tax implications of cross-border transactions, including structuring, due diligence, and post-acquisition integration, with a focus on BEPS Pillar 2 and international tax reform.
• Interpret and apply Irish and international tax legislation to client scenarios, including corporate income tax, withholding tax, and VAT, ensuring compliance and identifying planning opportunities.
• Oversee preparation and review of corporate tax returns, ensuring timely and accurate submissions, and liaising with tax authorities on audits and inquiries.
• Develop and implement tax risk management strategies, including governance frameworks and documentation protocols for financial services entities.
• Advise on tax technology and automation solutions, including analytics tools and robotics, to streamline compliance and reporting processes.
• Mentor and supervise junior staff, providing technical training, performance feedback, and career development support across multiple locations (Dublin, Cork, Galway).

Skills and attributes for success

• A self-motivated and ambitious individual, with a determination to develop their career and grow a business in fast paced and ever changing environment.
• Advanced technical, interpersonal and client relationship skills.
• Track record in building client relationships and business development activities.
• Negotiation skills, able to sustain an opinion, make decisions and handle challenges.
• Demonstration, and a track record, of an ability to lead a team of people to deliver a quality service to clients.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Professional qualification in ACA (or equivalent), law and/or Tax; or
• AITI qualified or equivalent qualification in a Commonwealth country (such as Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Singapore, South Africa, UK).
• 2-3 years relevant post qualification tax experience.
• Experience working in industry or practice as a tax professional
• Strong technical skills and be keen to develop further.

Ideally, you'll also have

• Financial Services experience or a genuine interest in the financial services sector.
• Big 4 Tax experience.

What working at EY offers

We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive Total Rewards 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.

All our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include:

• Pension

• Maternity & Paternity leave

• Discounted health insurance

• Bike to work Scheme

• Web Doctor - Free unlimited online GP consultations for you and your family

• Recognition Awards

• The purchase of additional annual leave

• Cash incentives for referrals

• Hybrid Working

• Work Mobile

• Free Gym membership

• TECH MBA paid by EY

• Travel Pass

• Wellness rooms Available in some offices

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.

Career Progression

• When you join EY, you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one.
• Continuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• As you grow and develop here, you'll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it's as unique as you are - success is defined by you, we will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership, we will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
• We have embraced Hybrid working at EY adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of our employees.

About EY

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we're using the finance products, expertise and systems we've developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

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 maximize 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.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

Join us in building a better working world. That's Why, EY.

Apply now.

IMPORTANT: Where Agency assistance is required, our Talent Team will engage directly with suppliers. CVs / Profiles should not be shared directly with Hiring Managers. Unsolicited CVs / Profiles supplied to EY by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role.

Partner – Investment Funds & Financial Services Regulation

AMICUS SEARCH has been retained on this assignment.

Location: Dublin, Ireland

Start Date:
Q1 2026

Practice Area:
Investment Funds & Financial Services Regulation

About The Opportunity
Our client, a leading Irish full-service law firm with significant market presence, is seeking an exceptional Partner to join their Investment Funds & Financial Services Regulatory team at a pivotal moment of growth and expansion.

This is more than a traditional partner appointment – it represents a genuine opportunity to build and own significant practice areas within Ireland's financial services legal market, with the platform, resources, and autonomy to create your own professional legacy. There is clear potential for the right candidate to develop into an Exchange Traded Funds (ETF) practice leader as the firm expands its capabilities in this growing area.

The Role

As Partner, You Will Assume Leadership Of One Or Multiple Business Units Within a Comprehensive Investment Funds & Financial Services Offering, With The Scope To Shape Strategy And Drive Commercial Growth Across

Investment Funds Formation & Advisory

• Lead complex fund structuring mandates across private equity, hedge funds, venture capital, and real estate funds
• Drive strategic client relationships with institutional and entrepreneurial investment managers
• Advise on innovative fund structures including ESG-focused and fintech vehicles
• Develop expertise in emerging areas such as digital asset fund structures and ETFs
• Opportunity to establish and lead ETF practice as market leader

Debt Capital Markets

• Structure and negotiate sophisticated debt issuance programmes
• Advise Irish and international issuers, originators, and lead managers on complex transactions
• Lead on multi-series secured notes programmes and green bond initiatives
• Develop innovative debt structures for alternative investment vehicles

Financial Services Regulatory Advisory

• Provide strategic regulatory guidance to investment management firms and financial services entities
• Lead authorisation applications with the Central Bank of Ireland for AIFMs, fund administrators, and MiFID firms
• Navigate complex compliance matters under AIFMD, UCITS, SFDR, and evolving regulatory frameworks
• Advise on regulatory due diligence for acquisitions and changes of control

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor with 8-10+ years PQE in investment funds, financial services regulation, or debt capital markets
• Proven track record in managing complex, high-value transactions and regulatory mandates
• Demonstrated business development capabilities and established client relationship management skills
• Leadership experience with genuine ambition to build and own practice areas
• Strong technical expertise in financial services regulation (MiFID II, AIFMD, UCITS, SFDR)
• Active involvement in client pitches, thought leadership, and business expansion