Dalata Hotel Group ACA Finance Graduate Programme

Join Our Team at Dalata Hotel Group with our ACA Finance Graduate Programme (ACA Accredited)

Are you ready to kickstart your career in finance? Look no further! Dalata Hotel Group, Ireland's largest hotel group, is inviting applications for the 2026 intake of our Finance stream in the prestigious Dalata Graduate Programme. With over 50 hotels across Ireland and the UK, we offer the perfect environment for ambitious graduates to thrive.

Why Dalata?

As a dynamic and growing organisation, we’re on an exhilarating journey of expansion and innovation. Our Dalata Hotel Group ACA Finance Graduate Programme is not just a job—it's a high-profile, fast-track 3.5-year training opportunity designed to equip you with the skills and experience needed to thrive in a vibrant industry. At Dalata, we are committed to nurturing talent and developing our future leaders through strategic succession planning.

Our Benefits

• 50% Off F&B in all properties
• €/£60 employee rate on rooms for all Dalata-owned hotels
• 30% off Friends & Family rate
• Extra AL day for every year worked (5 days to a maximum of 5 days)
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Cycle to Work Scheme/Transport Schemes
• Pension access (Ask your HR Manager for local pension information)
• Staff Appreciation Initiatives, fun team-building activities and regular charity events

What’s in it for you?

• Comprehensive Induction: Kick off your journey with a two-day company induction where you’ll engage with our senior leadership team and network with fellow graduates.
• Professional Development: Enjoy a structured on-the-job training plan complemented by off-site group development days and personal growth courses tailored just for you.
• Real Projects, Real Impact: You won’t just be shadowing—take on genuine project work that challenges you to solve real business cases and make your mark.
• Career Advancement: By the end of your training, you’ll be well-prepared to step into a significant role within one of our hotels.

Key Features of the Programme:

• Investing in Your Future: Our ACA Finance Graduate Programme has a proven track record of developing future leaders. Many of our current managers began their journey with us as graduates.
• Comprehensive Training: Over 3.5 years, you will receive professional training across various finance functions, study support for your ACA qualification, and invaluable business experience.
• Support Every Step of the Way: From structured mentorship to personalised performance reviews, we are committed to your growth and success.

Who We’re Looking For:

• You’re an ambitious, high-calibre graduate with a degree in Accountancy, Finance, Commerce, or Hospitality Management.
• You boast a strong academic record (preferably a 2.1) and are eager to pursue a professional accounting qualification.
• You have full eligibility to work in Ireland/UK and a flair for excellent communication in English.
• Join a diverse and inclusive workplace committed to developing talent and nurturing future leaders. At Dalata Hotel Group, we believe in equal opportunities for all, and we’re excited to help you grow in an environment that values innovation, teamwork, and success.

About us

Dalata Hotel Group – We bring the heart of hospitality to every hotel we own and operate. We see our growth and expansion plans as a way of spreading our unique way of caring for our guests further around the world, bringing better experiences to more people. Currently, the Dalata difference can be felt at each of our hotels in Ireland, the UK, Germany & the Netherlands, and we’ll keep expanding this further, focusing on key UK cities, Dublin and Continental Europe.

Helping our people to grow and develop their careers is vitally important to us and is one of our highest priorities. We have many exciting and unique internal development programmes, each crafted to make sure our employees get the learning they need to be able to take the next step in their careers.

Dalata Hotel Group Plc is an Inclusive Employer. We actively encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply to be part of our team. However, we understand everyone's needs are different; therefore, if you require any accommodations with this application process, please highlight your needs when you are completing your application.