What you will be doing
- Assisting with audit planning and fieldwork, including research, documentation, and coordination.
- Performing AML procedures and assist in setting up audit files using Caseware.
- Sending out confirmation and PBC requests (with oversight from senior team members).
- Completing assigned sections of audit files such as cash, expenses, capital, investments, and
- realised gains/losses.
- Preparing and maintaining high-quality audit workpapers to support audit reports.
- Conducting testing of key controls, perform process walkthroughs, and document narratives.
- Carrying out TOT and reference checks on financial statements to ensure accuracy.
- Learning to prepare clear and accurate Excel workings for audit testing.
- Gaining client exposure through participation in calls and collaboration with engagement teams.
What you will need
We are looking for exceptional graduates who are ready to stand out. Ideal candidates will:
- Be currently pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline, with a strong academic track record
- Bring a curious, analytical mindset and a passion for solving complex problems
- Have a working knowledge - or a strong academic foundation - in IFRS and GAAP, with a keen interest in applying this in real-world scenarios
- Demonstrate sharp logic and technical problem-solving abilities, and the drive to investigate and resolve issues independently
- Be confident working in Microsoft Office 365, particularly Excel, and open to developing advanced skills
- Possess a meticulous attention to detail, with clear and professional communication skills, both written and verbal
- Be highly organised, adaptable, and comfortable managing competing priorities
- Thrive both independently and within a collaborative team environment
- Have legal entitlement to work in Ireland
What you can expect
- Paid tuition, exam fees and generous study leave for your professional qualification
- Access to DM Discover: our tailored, industry-leading training programme
- Opportunities across multiple service lines
- A collaborative, global team of over 280 professionals
- A culture focused on excellence, growth and inclusion
- An opportunity to work with large, well-known clients including listed entities
- Collaborating with teams internationally
About us
At DM Financial, we don’t just hire accountants — we develop future leaders. Our ethos is built around initiative, accountability, and delivering top quality service to our clients. We empower our people to take ownership, contribute ideas, and play a meaningful role in shaping both client outcomes and our team’s success.
As a dynamic and growing international firm, we offer early exposure to high-value work, mentorship from industry leaders, and a platform where exceptional talent is recognized and accelerated. DM is an independent financial services company headquartered in Ireland with offices in Singapore, The Netherlands, UK, Cayman Islands, Luxembourg and Bulgaria. We specialize in providing financial reporting, accounting and tax compliance services to financial services sector customers on a global basis.
Formed in Ireland in 2007, the company has continued to grow significantly and now employs in excess of 300 staff globally, providing specialized financial and accounting services to investment vehicles with assets valued at more than US$800bn.
Audit Associate (Graduate Programme) in Cork Arbeitgeber: DM Group
DM Financial ist ein hervorragender Arbeitgeber, der eine unterstützende und kollaborative Umgebung bietet, in der Praktikanten die Möglichkeit haben, praktische Erfahrungen zu sammeln und sich beruflich weiterzuentwickeln. Mit umfassenden Schulungs- und Entwicklungsprogrammen sowie schnellen Karrierechancen für ehrgeizige Kandidaten fördert das Unternehmen eine Kultur der Eigenverantwortung und des Engagements, was es zu einem idealen Ort für aufstrebende Talente macht, die in der Finanzberichterstattung Fuß fassen möchten.
