Finance Governance Specialist

Our client, one of Ireland's leading energy companies, is experiencing significant growth and expansion within its Dublin office and is now seeking to hire a Newly Qualified Financial Accountant to join its centralised Key Control Testing (KCT) function. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified accountant from an audit/internal audit/risk & governance background to make the move into industry.

Responsibilities

Support the delivery of the annual Key Control Testing programme to best practice standards. Input into the assessment of the control environment, evaluating business processes and understanding the controls, risks and exposures involved. Report on whether key controls are operating effectively, and provide recommendations for improvement.

Provide assistance and advice on governance and compliance matters. Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across the business. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and projects within the KCT function.

Requirements

Newly qualified ACA/ACCA (or equivalent) with up to 1 year PQE. Governance-related qualification or training desirable. Strong understanding of best practice governance, risk and compliance. Strong auditing skills, with the ability to identify issues, root causes and corrective actions. Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, with strong reporting and Excel skills.

Highly motivated, with the ability to work well both on own initiative and as part of a team. On offer is a strong benefits package, along with the opportunity to join a well-established Irish energy firm at an exciting time of growth. For more information, reach out to Matthew Fleming at mfleming@elevatepartners.ie.