Graduate Programme 2027 (Athlone, Dublin, Roscommon and Castlebar)

Setting You Up for Success

About Us

For over 68 years, RBK has been delivering expert accounting, audit and taxation services to clients across Ireland and internationally. We have grown from a relatively small regional practice into Ireland’s leading independently branded Accountancy Firm, with offices in Dublin, Athlone, Roscommon and Castlebar. With a team of over 300 professionals, we are committed to setting our people up for success from the very start of their careers.

As a Great Place to Work Certified Organisation and proud recipient of the Investors in Diversity Bronze Certification, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment where our people can thrive. We support learning, development and career progression, while promoting wellbeing and work-life balance and recognising the contribution our people make to our continued success.

Who We Are Looking For

Are you ambitious, motivated and ready to launch your career in a thriving and supportive environment.

We welcome applications from all academic disciplines whom:

• Demonstrate a genuine interest in pursuing a career in accountancy or taxation.

• Hold or are on track for a minimum 2.1 in a Level 8 or Level 9 degree.

• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Graduate Opportunities available within:

• Audit and Assurance

• Governance, Risk and Assurance

• Taxation

• SME Accounting Solutions

• Corporate Finance

• Restructuring and Insolvency

Why Choose RBK?

As a People First Firm, we work as One United Thriving Team, living our Values by:

• Putting People First and consistently treat everyone fairly, with respect integrity and trust.

• Making a Positive Difference by giving back to our clients and communities.

• Being in it Together to achieve a clear end goal by collaborating and having each other’s back.

• Keeping it Clear and Concise to avoid confusion and bring clarity, purpose and prioritisation for everyone.

• Stepping In and Owning It with Excellence by taking responsibility for achieving better outcomes and results.

Learning, Development and Career Progression

• Comprehensive Trainee Induction with a focus on exam success.

• First class, comprehensive training

• Broad and practical experience working with a large and varied client portfolio

• Exam, study support and paid study leave

• Buddy and mentoring programme

• Professional subscriptions

• Career development opportunities

• Working with highly experienced professionals and Senior Leaders

• Opportunities for transfer to other departments or offices

• Opportunities for travel abroad

Employee Benefits, Wellbeing and Work Life Balance

We offer:

• A highly competitive training package

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Employee wellbeing initiatives

• 21 days annual leave rising with service/seniority

• Time off in lieu (TOIL)

• Graduation Day – Special leave

• Sports and Social events throughout the year

• Communication and Connect (supporting employee engagement)

• Employee and client referral incentive rewards

• Business Casual Fridays

• Summer early finish Fridays

• Bank Holiday early finish Fridays

• Bike-to-work and Tax-saver travel scheme

RBK Trainee Exam Success Pathway

The Firms Trainee Exam Success Pathway empowers our trainees to achieve academic excellence in their professional accounting and tax examinations, building the confidence they need to be fully exam ready. By combining dedicated tutor support with tailored learning plans, we deliver targeted tuition and an individualised support. Our mission is to foster a supportive, high-performance environment that facilitates personal and academic success.

The programme includes:

• Structured revision sessions delivered by experienced guest lecturers.

• Guidance on exam technique and preparation to build confidence and performance under exam conditions.

• Opportunity to avail of individualised support.

• HR/L&D guidance and support throughout.

• Ongoing support from management during exams.

Your Future Starts Here

Apply now and take the first step towards a successful, rewarding career with RBK.