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Chartered Accountant Salaries in Ireland (2024 Guide)

ACA (Chartered Accountant) salaries in Ireland reflect high demand, especially post-Brexit (Dublin as EU finance hub).

Annual Base Salary Ranges (EUR)

ExperiencePractice (Big 4 / Top 10)Industry / CommerceFinancial Services
Newly Qualified (0–1 yr)€40k–€50k€45k–€55k€50k–€60k
1–3 Years PQE€50k–€65k€55k–€70k€60k–€80k
3–5 Years PQE€65k–€85k€70k–€90k€80k–€105k
5–8 Years (Senior Manager)€85k–€110k€90k–€120k€105k–€140k
8+ Years (Director / Head of)€110k–€160k+€120k–€180k+€140k–€220k+

Total Package Adders

  • Bonus: 10–25% (practice), 15–30% (industry/FS).
  • Car / Car Allowance: €5k–€15k (senior).
  • Pension: 10–15% employer contribution.
  • Benefits: Health, life, wellness, shares (plc).

Location Differentials

  • Dublin: +10–20% vs. regions (Cork, Galway, Limerick, Waterford).
  • Remote/Hybrid: Now standard; may reduce geographic premium.

Market Drivers

  • Brexit: US/EU firms expanding Dublin — high demand for IFRS, US GAAP, tax.
  • Fund accounting (SPV, AIFMD) — niche premium.
  • ESG reporting, sustainability assurance — emerging premium.

Source: Chartered Accountants Ireland salary surveys, IrishJobs.ie, Morgan McKinley, Hays 2023/24 guides.

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