College Placement Programme 2027

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Do you want to gain experience in a Top Ten Accountancy Firm?

We are inviting placement students to join our team, working alongside our Partners and specialist departments to gain valuable hands-on experience.

The Role:

As an intern at Ifac, you will gain valuable hands-on experience while working alongside experienced professionals including Accountants, Tax Advisors, Auditors, Consultants, and Financial Planners. You will receive excellent training and support, with a dedicated mentor assigned to help you succeed and learn during your time with us.

About Ifac:

Founded in 1975, Ifac is Ireland's specialist professional services firm for the farming, food, and agribusiness sectors. We are an award-winning employer and one of Ireland's Top Ten Accountancy firms.

Our Purpose:

Ifac's purpose is to help its clients to build profitable sustainable futures, so that people and communities across Ireland can thrive.

Our Ambition:

With a strong focus on global best practice, Ifac has set its ambition to be a global leader in agrifood advisory, while also driving growth and excellence in Ireland's dynamic SME sector.

Why join ifac?

At Ifac, we are more than just a workplace – we are a community of professionals committed to growth, innovation, and sector leadership. When you join our team, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Work with industry-leading experts and clients in Ireland’s farming, food, agribusiness, and SME sectors. 
• Be part of a values-driven culture emphasising collaboration, commitment, energy, respect, and foresight.

Pipeline and Graduate Programme:

At ifac, our Placement Programme is more than just a work experience opportunity. It is a direct pipeline to our Graduate Programme for successful candidates who demonstrate the skills, ambition, and values we look for in our future talent.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with preparing financial documents such as invoices, reports, and accounts.
• Help with data entry, bookkeeping, and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Support the team with tasks related to tax returns, audits, and budgeting.
• Work with spreadsheets and accounting software to organise financial information.
• Communicate with clients and team members to gather or clarify financial details.
• Learn about accounting processes, standards, and tools used in daily work.
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and mentorship activities to enhance professional development. 
• Provide general administrative support to the finance or accounting team.

You will be:

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or Business and will have:

• A desire to pursue an accountancy or professional services related career.
• A proactive team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A willingness to learn and grow professionally.
• Highly organised with excellent time-management skills.
• Experience in using Microsoft Office.

Rewards:

Our College Placement Interns will receive.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Access to an employee assistance programme.
• Well-being benefits, including the Digital Doctor programme.
• Regular wellness, social, and charity activities throughout the year.

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