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Trainee Accountant

An opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Accountant within our Finance Team.  

A career as a Trainee Accountant with IFGL will give you the opportunity to join a successful and fast growing company based in the Isle of Man. With assets of US$27bn and around 590 staff employed worldwide, IFGL is one of the largest employers in the Isle of Man and represents a great opportunity for candidates looking to pursue a career in financial services.  

The successful candidate can expect to:  
• Join a Finance team of around 60 people
• Be part of one of our financial reporting teams
• Expand their experience through rotations between the various teams over the course of their training period

The successful candidate will study the ACCA accounting qualification. We provide a comprehensive study package, which includes access to external training material and study leave. It will take approximately 3-4 years to obtain your qualification if exams are passed at the first attempt.  

Salary increments will be awarded as you progress through the examinations and take on more responsibility.  

Candidates must meet at least one of the following requirements:
• Educated to A-Level standard, graded A*- C
• Hold or be on track for at least a 2.1 in your degree
• Experience working in a Financial Services company within a Financial Reporting / Payments Team

Key skills needed to be successful in this role are:
• Ability to plan and organise work to meet deadlines
• Good problem solving and team working skills
• Able to use initiative and be diligent
• A good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
• Good numerical skills and the ability to analyse data
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with the ACCA qualification
If you, or you know someone who is interested in applying for this position, please forward your current CV with a covering letter using the APPLY NOW button below.
We encourage and welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds because we embrace diversity and inclusivity within our business.

The closing date for this vacancy will be 5 December 2025.

Salary & benefits

Competitive salary, discretionary on target bonus (7%), 28 days holiday, plus 8 UK Bank holidays, double matching company pension, private medical insurance after 2 years' service, income protection, life assurance - 4x basic salary, elibile for overtime as and when available at 1.5x hourly rate, free onsite gym, free parking, free lunchtime bus to town .

Hours

35