Finance & Accounting Graduate Programme 2027

Location/office policy: Molesworth Street- 3 days per week in office

Start date: September 2027

Salary: €34,500

This role is being offered as a 3.5-year training contract

Ready to start your career at AIB?

If you're curious, ambitious and looking for a role where you can learn, grow and make a real impact from day one, our Finance & Accounting Graduate Programme could be the perfect fit.

At AIB, we know that starting your career is a big step. That's why we've created a graduate programme that gives you meaningful work, plenty of support and opportunities to develop both professionally and personally.

Over 3.5 years, you'll rotate across different teams, gain exposure to exciting projects and develop the skills, experience and confidence needed to build a successful career.

No two days will be the same!

Why join our graduate programme?

As part of the programme, you'll get the opportunity to experience different areas across Finance & Accounting, working with a range of teams and colleagues.

You'll learn on the job, contribute to real business initiatives and work alongside experienced professionals who are invested in helping you succeed.

Along the way, you'll also have opportunities to:

- Build your professional network

- Attend development events

- Connect with senior leaders across the organisation

- Learn from graduates who have already completed the programme

- Explore different career paths within AIB

This is more than just a graduate role. It's an opportunity to discover what you're capable of.

What You’ll Do

We’re made up of small teams where you have the chance to expand your knowledge and be heavily involved in ongoing projects. We view inclusion & diversity, wellbeing and ongoing learning & development as key enablers that help our business to grow and deliver AIB’s strategic and financial objectives.

Modern careers in finance are grounded not only in solid finance and accounting skills and experience, but also in data analysis and management. We provide full support in achieving your professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, CFA), along with a generous study leave policy for further backing.

Our Programme puts an emphasis on providing the opportunity to gain experience in different roles across Finance through rotations. Each graduate will rotate at least once over the course of the programme into areas of the business such as:

- Financial Reporting

- Management Accounting

- Regulatory Reporting

- Statistical Reporting

- Capital and Liquidity Management

- Cost Management

- Project Accounting

- Finance Business Partners

- Finance Services

What's in it for you?

Alongside valuable experience and development opportunities, you'll enjoy:

- 21 Days annual leave & 2 additional volunteer days

- Additional AIB Bank Holidays – Good Friday & the day after St. Stephens Day

- Hybrid working, 3 days in office & 2 working from home

- Rotations across different teams

- Dedicated graduate development programme

- Professional qualifications supported by AIB

- Access to senior leaders and mentoring

- Internal networking events

- Real project ownership from day one

- Strong emphasis on wellbeing & work-life balance

- Structured learning & development programme

- Defined Contribution Pension Scheme

- Vhi Healthcare scheme

- Variable remuneration scheme

We are with you every step of the way

Starting your first professional role can feel daunting, but we'll be with you every step of the way.

Every graduate is assigned a dedicated People Leader who will support your development, help you navigate challenges and encourage you to get the most from your experience.

You'll also become part of a vibrant graduate community, joining fellow Finance & Accounting graduates as well as graduates from previous intakes. Whether it's learning, networking or social events, you'll quickly build relationships that last well beyond the programme.

We also offer access to a wide range of support networks and initiatives, including our Employee Assistance Programme and Mentor Her programme.

Entry Requirements:

- Achieved or expected to achieve a minimum 2.1 Honours Degree (or equivalent for universities outside of Ireland) is a prerequisite for those joining the AIB graduate programme.

- Candidates must be fully authorised to work in Ireland or hold a valid work permit for the full duration of the 23-month contract (September 2027 – March 2031).

If you are not sure about your suitability based on any aspects of the role advertised, we encourage you to please contact our Future Talent Programmes team at [email protected] for a conversation.

AIB is an equal opportunities employer, and we pride ourselves on being the first bank in Ireland to receive the Investors in Diversity Gold Standard accreditation from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees. Should you have a reasonable accommodation request please email the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]

Apply today and start shaping your future with AIB.

Applications are expected to close on the 26th October 2026 however, we encourage candidates to apply early as the programme may close sooner if demand is high.

Eligibility and Equal Opportunities
Applicants must be resident in the Republic of Ireland and be fully authorised to work, or hold a valid work permit, for the full duration of the programme. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon satisfactory evidence of the right to work in the Republic of Ireland.

AIB is an equal opportunities employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.

Disclaimer:

Unsolicited CV’s sent to AIB by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this position. AIB operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our recruitment partners.