If you are considering a career in accountancy and are interested in working with a variety of small and medium sized clients, then Crowley & McCarthy might be the training firm for you.
Our Graduate Programme
Crowley & McCarthy is a thriving, mid tier practice of accountants and business advisors in Cork known for delivering a comprehensive, pro-active service to all our clients. We provide financial services advice to a client base that ranges from individuals and owner- managed businesses to large corporations and public sector organisations. Crowley & McCarthy is a progressive, forward thinking firm that encourages staff to take ownership of their career and make the most of the opportunities to work across a broad range of sectors and to engage directly with a varied client portfolio. If you are considering a career in accountancy read on to see why you should choose Crowley and McCarthy. At Crowley McCarthy you will get hands on experience of the various aspects of business, finance, tax and accountancy and have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects while working with a diverse range of clients including sole traders, companies, credit unions and public sector organisations. Our Graduate Trainee Programme takes place in a young, vibrant and welcoming environment at our offices in Clonakilty and Cork city. Benefits include:
- Competitive remuneration package
- Supportive training environment
- Broad hands-on, practical experience across a wide range of industry sectors
- Active staff Social Club
- Peer Group support
We have high aspirations for our graduate trainees and expect you to bring energy and enthusiasm to the firm. If you possess an eagerness to learn and develop and can rise to the challenge of working on your own initiative, then Crowley & McCarthy may be the training firm for you. Contact us today to take the first step in your professional career – email theresa@crowleymccarthy.ie
We believe we offer an excellent opportunity to graduates to achieve a career focused professional qualification but don’t just take our word for it. Meet some of our current graduate trainees and see what they have to say about working at Crowley & McCarthy:
Jason
Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Accounting, Cork Institute of Technology
I joined Crowley & McCarthy because the firm has a good reputation for providing exposure to a broad range of accounting disciplines, in a supportive environment that is not too big or impersonal. The client base includes both SMEs and larger companies across a wide range of industry sectors, so I am constantly learning about different business models and building my skills set. The work is demanding but enjoyable, with a very friendly working environment. There is a strong relationship amongst the trainees and staff and there is always someone willing to lend a hand or offer advice.
Eimear
Bachelor of Business (Honours), Institute of Technology Tralee
When I finished college, I wanted to put what I had studied to practical use and build a professional career in accountancy. I was attracted to Crowley & McCarthy because it is a medium-sized firm and offered me the opportunity to gain broad exposure to a wide variety of clients across different sectors. From the start of my training contract I have had the opportunity to deal directly with clients, which has helped me to develop my skills and build my confidence. There is a young, vibrant feel about the firm making it an enjoyable place to work
Aidan
Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Accounting, Cork Institute of Technology
When I finished college and was considering options for an accountancy training firm, Crowley & McCarthy stood out for me as they offered the opportunity to work across a wide mix of clients and accountancy disciplines. The firm enabled me to experience all areas of tax, audit and accounts preparation without being forced to choose a single discipline straight out of college. As a medium sized practice, the early client exposure at Crowley & McCarthy was also important to me. The rapid progression in independence and responsibility within the firm is a major source of job satisfaction for me. There is a personal feel to the firm and the managers and partners take a real interest in your career development.
Margaret
(BA Arts UCC & H. Dip in Accountancy & Corporate Finance, UCC)
Through working with a variety of clients at Crowley & McCarthy, the training experience is extremely comprehensive. I have been exposed to the complete accounts preparation, tax computation and audit process from an early stage, making it possible to develop technical skills and hands-on experience that will stand to me in my formal exams. There is no “typical day” at Crowley & McCarthy and the variety of work and exposure to many different business sectors is adding real value and depth to my professional experience. Partners and colleagues are all very approachable and supportive and there is a genuine team spirit in the firm.
Mary
(Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Accounting, Cork Institute of Technology)
Since joining Crowley & McCarthy I have been exposed to a wide variety of small business clients and have obtained a real sense of personal achievement and satisfaction from offering practical day-to-day assistance and support to hard-working business owners. I operate within a very close knit team and have benefited greatly from the hands-on support from my team colleagues and manager. After the experience of college, starting a new job and balancing work, study, exams and home life can be a daunting challenge but the support of my Crowley & McCarthy colleagues has helped me achieve success in my CPA exams and to progress in my professional career. I am looking forward to further developing my business skills and experience within the friendly, supportive atmosphere at Crowley & McCarthy.
Danielle
(Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Accounting, CIT)
When I left college, I was looking for an accountancy firm that would provide me with an opportunity to achieve a professional qualification with a broad range of industry experience and exposure to the different accountancy disciplines. I did not want to be pigeon-holed into a specific discipline at such an early stage in my career. As a mid-size practice, Crowley & McCarthy offered me the perfect mix of client variety and industry sector exposure together with multi-discipline assignments including accounts preparation, audit and tax, which have helped to build my business awareness and technical skills. In addition to technical skills, the early client engagement facilitated and supported by Crowley & McCarthy has assisted greatly in building my self-confidence and developing my interpersonal and communication skills – very valuable assets in today’s market.
