Job Description

Position Description
We have a fantastic opportunity in our centralised Key Control Testing function for a candidate who is 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 identify opportunities for improvement of internal controls.
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.
• Delivering the KCT programme to best practice standards.
• Responsible for the development of bespoke test plans to effectively assess control environments, and evaluate business processes, risks, and relevant controls.
• Leading fieldwork of test plans, reporting on whether key controls are operating and effective and presenting findings to key stakeholders.
• Prepare recommendations for control environment improvements as appropriate.
• Provide advice and input in matters of governance and compliance.
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders.
• Delivery of continuous improvement initiatives and various projects within the KCT function.

Experience and Qualifications
Essential

• A professional accounting qualification plus 2 years PQE with recognised professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA).
• Governance related experience or training is desirable.
• Excellent understanding of best practice Governance, Risk and Compliance.
• Strong stakeholder management skills.
• Strong auditing skills, ability to identify issues, root causes and corrective actions.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) skills.
• Strong knowledge of ESB's systems and processes.
• Highly motivated - able to work on own initiative and as part of a team.

Location
This position will be based in ESB's Head Office at Fitzwilliam 27, Dublin 2
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.
Reporting To
This role will report to the Key Control Testing Manager.
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
Strong values-based and inclusive culture
Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted
Salary
EUR57,500 - EUR68,000 per annum depending on experience.
Closing Date
20th June 2025
Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement
ESB is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of society and ensure that no one is discriminated against on the grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnicity or nationality, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by law.
Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, recruitment@esb.ie.
About ESB
Join us in our mission to achieve a net-zero electricity system by 2040. ESB is Ireland's leading energy utility, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission and distribution, energy supply, energy services and international consultancy. Operating in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, we invest over EUR1 billion each year to deliver a new energy future based on reliable, affordable zero-carbon electricity.