Finance Governance Specialist

Position Description

We have fantastic opportunities in our centralised Key Control Testing function for candidates who are highly motivated, with a strong accounting and auditing background and capability. The positions offer the successful candidate the opportunity to work as part of the Key Control Testing (KCT) team delivering a service to Governance and Business Managers, across the ESB Group, to test the operation of controls for key financial processes. The KCT team is responsible for providing assurance to the business that key financial controls are operating in line with identified and documented processes and also identify opportunities for improvement in internal controls.

  

This role will report to the Key Control Testing Manager. 

 

Key Responsibilities

• Through this team member role, the successful candidate will get the opportunity to support the delivery of the annual Key Control Testing programme across the ESB Group.
• Supporting the delivery of the KCT programme to best practice standards
• Input into assessment of control environment, evaluating the business process and understanding the controls, risks and exposures applicable
• Reporting on whether key controls are operating and effective 
• Provide recommendations for improvement as appropriate 
• Providing assistance and advice in governance and compliance 
• Developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders 
• Delivery of continuous improvement initiatives and various projects within the KCT function

 

Experience and Qualifications 

• Newly qualified / 1+ year PQE with recognised professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA)
• Governance related qualification or training is desirable
• Excellent understanding of best practice Governance, Risk and Compliance 
• Strong auditing skills, ability to identify issues, root causes and corrective actions 
• Excellent communication (oral and written) skills 
• Highly motivated – able to work on own initiative and as part of a team

 

Qualifications

A recognised professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA) or equivalent relevant work experience required.

 

Location

This position will be based in ESB’s Head Office at Fitzwilliam 27, Dublin 2  in line with ESB's smart working arrangements. 

 

ESB is committed to smart working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working. The successful candidate may work flexibly within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at least one anchor day per week. All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the individual.

 

Why Work with Us?

• Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future
• Progressive, hybrid working model
• Career development through mentoring and training 
• Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
• Sports and Social Clubs
• Networking opportunities
• Credit Union
• Generous Pension
• Access to staff well-being programmes
• Generous parental leave entitlements
• Comprehensive Diversity & Inclusion programme
• Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted

 

Salary

€45,000- €53,000 per annum. 

Closing Date
Janaury 12th 2024.

 

Note: Applicants who anticipate needing assistance for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, recruitment@esb.ie

 

If you have any queries in relation to this job, please contact recruitment@esb.ie

 

Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.