BDO Ireland Graduate Programme 2026 - Limerick

Choose your career path.
Start with support, grow with confidence.
 

Are you ready to take the first step in a career that’s truly yours?
 At BDO Ireland, we know every graduate is different — and that’s exactly what makes you stand out. Whether you’re set on Audit, Tax, Company Secretarial and Corporate Finance & Recovery, or still exploring your options, our Graduate Programme 2026 is designed to give you the direction, support, and confidence to grow into the professional you want to become.
 

From your very first day, you’ll be trusted with meaningful work, supported through every stage of your qualification, and given the space to make a real impact. You’ll work alongside experienced partners and directors, gaining practical exposure that builds both your skills and your confidence. Most importantly, you’ll do it all in an environment that values individuality, champions collaboration, and backs you every step of the way.
 

Choose the path that resonates with you
Wherever you start — Audit, Tax, Company Secretarial, or Corporate Finance & Recovery — you’ll get early client exposure, practical experience, and the confidence to take the next step in your career.
 

Build strong foundations
With paid study leave, on-site revision sessions, exam support, and mentors who’ve been exactly where you are, you’ll have everything you need to succeed in your qualification and beyond.

Learn fast. Grow strong.
From day one, you’ll contribute to projects, present to clients, and work alongside experienced directors and partners. You’ll be trusted early and backed to take on more responsibility as you grow.
 

Training that shapes your future
Your career could take many directions — progressing through BDO, moving across departments, or stepping into industry. Whatever path you choose, you’ll have the skills, confidence, and experience to make it count.

Departments recruiting now in Limerick

Audit

• Preparation of Statutory Financial Accounts and Statements: Assist in the preparation of statutory financial accounts and financial statements, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with relevant accounting standards.
• Client Relationship Management: Play a key role in maintaining and developing professional relationships with clients, acting as a point of contact, and ensuring their needs and expectations are met throughout the audit process.
• Financial Management Information: Provide clients with valuable financial management information, helping them understand their financial position and offering insights to support their business decisions.
• Support in Drafting Financial Statements: Contribute to the drafting of statutory financial statements, ensuring they reflect the true financial position of the client’s business and adhere to regulatory requirements.

Tax

• Corporate and Income Tax Compliance: Assist in the management of corporate and income tax compliance for clients, ensuring all filing deadlines are met and that tax obligations are accurately reported.
• Legislation Interpretation: Interpret and apply relevant tax legislation during the preparation of tax returns, ensuring that all calculations and claims are fully compliant with the law.
• Tax Planning and Research: Conduct research to identify potential tax planning issues and opportunities for clients, helping them optimise their tax positions and reduce liabilities where possible.
• Tax Return Preparation and Filing: Prepare and file tax returns for corporate and income taxes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to both local and international tax laws.

Company Secretarial

• Annual Returns Filing: Prepare and file annual returns, ensuring that all statutory requirements are met and that filings are accurate and timely.
• Board and Shareholder Meetings: Draft minutes for board and shareholder meetings, accurately capturing discussions and decisions to ensure compliance with corporate governance standards.
• Company Incorporation and Strike-offs: Assist in the incorporation of new companies, as well as the striking off of dormant companies, managing the entire process from documentation to final registration.
• Statutory Forms Filing: Prepare and file statutory forms with the Companies Registration Office in Dublin, Companies House in the UK, and the Isle of Man Company Registry, ensuring all filings comply with the relevant jurisdictions' requirements.

Corporate Finance & Recovery Department 

• Preparation and Analysis of Financial Projections: Develop and assess financial forecasts to evaluate business performance, identify potential risks, and support strategic decision-making.
• Business Plan Review and Due Diligence: Conduct thorough reviews of business plans to ensure feasibility, accuracy, and alignment with company goals. Perform due diligence to verify the financial and operational aspects of the business.
• Debt Advisory, including Investigation and Balance Sheet Verification: Provide expert advice on debt structuring and financing options. Investigate and verify balance sheets to ensure the accuracy of financial statements and identify any potential issues.
• Corporate Restructuring, Reorganization, Mergers, and Acquisitions: Assist companies in restructuring and reorganizing their operations to improve efficiency, financial health, and strategic positioning. Support mergers and acquisitions by identifying opportunities, conducting due diligence, and facilitating smooth transitions.

We ensure equal opportunities for all our colleagues to develop their skills, pursue their passions, and achieve their goals. At BDO, you’ll be supported throughout your professional journey and valued for who you are as an individual.

Life at BDO Ireland: your benefits

Your Development

• Up to 20 days of paid study leave each year
• Paid annual professional subscription
• Exam prizes for passing on your first attempt
• Mentoring, on-site revision sessions, and exam support throughout your qualification

Your Workplace

• State-of-the-art high-tech office
• Central Limerick location

Your Wellbeing

• Employee Assistance Programme
• On-site secure bike park, and showers
• Active Sports and Social committee

Your Rewards

• 20 days of annual leave
• Additional Firm leave day 

We’re proud to have been recognised as one of Ireland’s Top 150 Employers for two years running — a reflection of the support and opportunities you can expect from day one.

Ready to choose your path?

Join the BDO Ireland Graduate Programme 2026 and start building a career where you can grow, contribute, and be valued for who you are.

About BDO Ireland

As part of the fifth largest global professional services firm, BDO stands as a leading force in Ireland's accountancy, tax, advisory, and consulting realm. Working with us fuels your career's purpose at every turn, offering unmatched breadth, quality, responsibility, and AI exposure. 

BDO Ireland is a key player in the international BDO network—the world's largest European-led accounting group. With an excellent partner-to-staff ratio, our 91,054 experts collaborate with clients, delivering impactful advice from 1,658 locations across 167 countries.

At BDO, we prioritise how we treat our people—colleagues and clients alike. Our international recognition for a mindful and compassionate company culture reflects our commitment to placing individuals at the heart of all we pursue.