Accounts Trainee

Production, Craft & Technical - Accounts Trainee: 24 Month Fixed Term, December 2026 – November 2028​​​​​​

Job Summary

​​​​​​​Job Title: Production, Craft & Technical Trainee Scheme - Accounts
Duration: 24 months
Start Date: December 2026
Hours: 60 hrs per week 
Salary: Real Living Wage (currently £13.45 per hour)

Job Description
The Accounts Trainee will work alongside experienced production accounting professionals on live film and television productions. The trainee will gain practical experience across a range of production accounting functions, learning how financial processes support the delivery of a variety of screen projects.

During placements, the trainee will contribute to day-to-day financial administration while developing an understanding of production budgets, cost reporting, payroll, supplier payments, financial compliance and industry-specific regulations. This role offers an opportunity to build the foundations for a career in production accounting within the screen industries.

Where is it based?
The scheme will be based in various locations across Northern Ireland and participants will be expected to base themselves in Northern Ireland for the duration of the scheme.

Who is eligible to apply?

You are eligible to apply if you can answer these four questions:​​​​​

• Are you eligible to work in the UK?
• Do you currently reside in Northern Ireland?
• Are you available to participate in the scheme from December 2026 – November 2028?
• Are you over 18 and not in full-time education?

Before applying, please check that you meet all four of the essential criteria above. These requirements are necessary for consideration for this role.

Equal Opportunities Statement
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from:​​​

• Women and men of all backgrounds
• People with disabilities
• LGBTQIA+ individuals
• Minority ethnic groups
• People from lower socio-economic backgrounds
• People of different religious and political beliefs

Northern Ireland Screen values difference and believes in building an inclusive, innovative and high-performing workplace.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme for Disabled Applicants
As part of our commitment to equality and accessibility, we operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme.
Applicants who identify as disabled and who meet all the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview. Reasonable adjustments can be made at any stage of the recruitment process.

Pre-employment checks

• AccessNI Disclosure: Required if offered the role. Northern Ireland Screen treats all criminal record information confidentially.
• Right to Work: All candidates must provide valid documentation proving their right to work in the UK.