Apply now »

Business Support Specialist

 
Vacancy Number:  27707
Category:  Business Support, Customer Service (Entry)
Job Type:  Full-time
 

Position Description

 

Applications are invited for the position of Business Support Specialist with the Renewables Delivery Finance Team. 

 

Our Networks for Net Zero Strategy sets out ESB Networks’ role in enabling the delivery of the Government’s Climate Action Plan and supports the decarbonisation of electricity by 2040, which will enable the achieving of Ireland's net zero ambition no later than 2050.

 

The Renewables Delivery Finance Team is a part of the Renewables and Major Connections Team in ESB Networks Programme Delivery. The Team is responsible for managing the delivery of a threefold increase of renewable generation on the grid and is a key enabler of the Net Zero Strategy.  The position includes the preparation of invoices, gathering and monitoring of pass-through costs, assistance/preparation of Pre CAs, CAs & AEAs, job control and costing. The role requires working closely with many stakeholders including, EMP, DSO, EirGrid, Fin Ops etc.           

  

Key Responsibilities

 

Key tasks include, but are not limited to the following:

 

  • Preparation of invoices for renewable generation customers. Ensuring these invoices are prepared accurately and efficiently in line with energisation deadlines.
  • Coordinating with Renewables Delivery Lead Project Managers, Project Leaders and Project Supervisors in the financial management of their projects.
  • Monitoring and cost control within renewables project
  • Processing of cancellation of projects where necessary  
  • Ensuring the accurate recording and monitoring of Pass-Through Costs.
  • Assisting in the preparation of a variety of financial reports as necessary
  • Provide support in the preparation of Pre CAs and Capital Approvals for renewables projects including a keen awareness for the potential recovery of Pass-Through Costs.
  • Preparation of Additional Expenditure Approvals. Liaising with various people to see AEA’s through to close out.
  • Closing out projects when completed.
  • Liaising with EMP, DSO, TSO, ARM, Fin Ops and other business units as necessary to complete a number of the tasks already listed
  • Ad hoc finance related queries and solutions to same.

  

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

 

  • Good communication skills and ability to work within a team.
  • Strong Report writing capability
  • Experience in SharePoint and Excel would be desirable
  • 2+ Years’ Experience
  • A willingness to learn

 

 Qualifications

 

  • 3rd Level qualification or equivalent/relevant work experience is essential.


Location

 

Dublin 

 

The successful candidate may combine working from home within the Republic of Ireland, with attendance at base, the frequency of which is agreed with the manager and may change as we learn about hybrid working. 

 

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

 

Renewables Delivery Finance Manager.

 

Why Work with Us?

 

  • Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future
  • 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

 

€41,000 - €48,000 per annum. 


Closing Date

 

7th of January, 2026

 

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 €1 billion each year to deliver a new energy future based on reliable, affordable zero-carbon electricity.
 

Apply now »