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Finance Systems Specialist

 
Vacancy Number:  27090
Category:  Finance
Job Type:  Full-time
 

 

 

Position Description 

 

In support of ESB’s strategic objectives of decarbonising electricity, building resilient infrastructure and empowering clients, you will assist in the Finance Operations team by ensuring Finance systems are financially strong and set up to support the digital and data driven transformation by testing reports and enhancements, thereby giving end users the information needed to achieve our strategic objectives. 

 

To deliver optimum utilisation of Finance Systems and promote process best practice within systems. This role supports the ESB Networks business in workflows, processes and reporting, maximising the use of SAP S4 and BW Systems. 

 

You will assist with system upgrades via System Integration Testing (SIT) testing and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) co-ordination, Triage User queries and identify & assist with improvements in processes and procedures. 

 

 

 

Key Responsibilities 

 

  • Supports ongoing enhancements to finance SAP systems by assisting in the change request process and following changes from start to finish.
  • Upskill on the Finance systems – SAP S/4HANA, SAP Group reporting and SAP BPC
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with Finance Process Owners and teams, IT and BU Finance stakeholders 
  • Perform system testing as required for upgrades in projects/ service packs.  Record test scripts and test results in QC.
  • Manage inbox and triage queries
  • Assist master data team in the creation of master data

 

 

 

Experience and Qualifications 

 

Essential

 

  • 3+ years with experience in SAP as an end user 
  • Systematic problem solver, ability to implement solutions to solve root cause problems  
  • Understanding of end-to-end financial processes 
  • Able to work on own initiative and as part of a team  
  • Good communications and interpersonal skills  

 

 

Desirable

 

  • A recognised professional accounting qualification or equivalent relevant work experience is essential 

 

 

Location

 

This position will be based in ESB H.O., Lower Fitzwilliam St, 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

 

Finance Systems Support Team Lead

 

 

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 

 

€48,000 - €56,500 depending on experience.

 

 

Closing Date 

 

13th August 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 €1 billion each year to deliver a new energy future based on reliable, affordable zero-carbon electricity.
 

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