Team Tuesday: Meet our Accountant - Calvin Joyce

Where did you begin your career?

“My first job was in the local service station in Claremorris, many cold days were spent on the forecourt.

It was a great experience to engage with locals and understand how a business was run.

Following completion of my Accounting degree, I began my finance career with an alternative lender which was a great first step to gain vital experience in the world of finance.”

What is the best career advice you’ve ever been given?

“My best career advice I have been given is to find something you’re genuinely passionate about and pursue it relentlessly.

Surround yourself with mentors and build a strong network. Don’t be afraid to take risks and invest in your personal growth.

You don’t have to know everything, just be willing to learn and never be afraid to ask questions.

It’s a light-hearted reminder that in finance, staying curious and grounded is just as important as knowing the numbers.”

What tips would you give to someone starting in your profession?

“Pursuing a career in accounting can seem like a long road. It will be challenging, and no doubt you will encounter setbacks along the way. However, if you can find that little bit extra inside you to overcome these setbacks, you will be rewarded on the other side.

I would encourage anybody interested in a career in accounting to go for it as it will provide plenty of opportunities and open plenty of doors throughout your career.”

What is your greatest professional achievement to date?

“My greatest professional achievement to date was passing my professional accounting exams. I experienced setbacks along the way but was over the moon to get over the line in the end.

However, having joined Onate, and how early I am in my career, I expect there will be plenty of opportunities for greater professional achievements both individually and as part of a team and that is something I am working towards and continue to chase each day.”

Tell us something people may not know about you

“I am a big soccer fan. I play for my local club back home in Claremorris and I’m a massive Liverpool fan who likes to get across to games as much as possible.

I also enjoy running. I went over to Toulouse last week to do a half marathon but ended up doing the full marathon.

Considering the furthest I had ran before was 13k, it was not my brightest idea but I made it over the line...JUST!”