2025 Accounting & Finance Jobs & Salary Trends – What You Need to Know

March 13, 2025

Accounting and Finance Jobs & Salary Trends

The 2025 FRS Recruitment Accounting & Finance Report has arrived, providing essential insights into hiring trends, salary expectations, and in-demand finance roles across Ireland. If you work in accounting or finance, this is a pivotal year for career growth, salary negotiation, and strategic hiring.


  • Demand for finance professionals is set to increase by 20%
  • Salaries are rising, but some employers are slow to match market rates
  • High demand for financial analysts, compliance professionals, and sustainability finance specialists


Download the full 2025 Accounting & Finance Salary Guide


Accounting and Finance Jobs

2025 Salary Trends in Accounting & Finance

Finance professionals continue to hold the upper hand in 2025, with rising salaries, competitive job offers, and flexible working arrangements shaping the employment market.


Average Salaries for Key Finance Roles

Role Dublin (5+years' experience) Rest of Ireland (5+ years' experience)
CFO / Finance Director €140k+ €140k+
Finance Manager €110k+ €100k+
Financial Analyst €85k+ €85k+
Compliance Manager €85k+ €85k+
Risk Manager €100k+ €100k+
Investment Analyst €55k+ €55k+
  • Salaries remain highly competitive, with many candidates receiving multiple offers
  • Employers slow to adjust pay rates are struggling to attract top talent
  • Hybrid and remote work options are now a standard expectation for finance professionals


For a full salary breakdown across all finance roles, download the guide.


Most In-Demand Accounting & Finance Roles in 2025

The demand for finance professionals is forecast to increase by 20% in 2025. The most sought-after roles include:

  • Financial Analysts and Finance Business Partners
  • Finance Managers and Financial Controllers
  • Risk and Compliance Officers
  • Sustainability Finance and ESG Analysts


AI and automation continue to reshape finance roles. Employers now seek professionals who can provide strategic insights beyond spreadsheets and integrate emerging technologies into financial decision-making.

Download the Full Report.


Advance Your Career in 2025 – Contact FRS Recruitment

Whether you are looking for a higher-paying role in finance or struggling to find the right talent for your business, FRS Recruitment can help. Email: info@frsrecruitment.com


Access the full 2025 Accounting & Finance Salary Report today.


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