Specialist

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