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Senior Finance Systems Specialist

 
 
Vacancy Number:  24702
Finance
Job Type:  Full-time
 

ESB is a purpose led company striving to create a brighter future for the customers and communities we serve, leading the transition to reliable, affordable, low-carbon energy.  Today, we operate one of the most progressive electricity systems in the world, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission, distribution and supply in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, and an international energy consulting business.

With almost 8,000 employees we invested €1bn in infrastructure last year, contributed over €2bn to the economies we operate in and distributed over €2m across a range of community initiatives. This requires us to bring the best of our capabilities together to deliver innovative and value-driven solutions that enable our customers to live low-carbon lives. ESB strives to foster an effective and inclusive culture where people engage, challenge and feel connected to our purpose, colleagues, customers and community.

 

Position Description   

 

To deliver optimum utilisation of Finance Systems and promote process best practice within systems. 

 

 

Key Responsibilities 

 

  • Supports ongoing enhancements to finance SAP systems.  
  • Resolves complex queries and issues with Finance Operations / FP&A, RTP and other business users and SAP specialists. 
  • Works on improvement and upgrade projects   
  • Develops and delivers systems training workshops with Process Owners and end users  
  • Develops and maintains strong relationships with Finance Process Owners and teams, IT and BU Finance stakeholders  
  • Co-ordinates and performs system testing as required  
  • Responsible for full functional support for Performance Management reports (assess and scope impact and testing required for changes, system upgrades etc., perform unit, SIT testing and sometimes user acceptance and regression testing, resolve user queries and issues)  

 

 

Experience and Qualifications

 

Essential  

  • A recognised professional accounting qualification or equivalent relevant work experience
  • Experience in SAP (Financial Accounting, Controlling and Project System Modules desired) 
  • S/4 Hana experience 
  • Systematic problem solver, ability to implement solutions and to solve root cause of problems  
  • Excellent understanding of end-to-end financial processes and systems    
  • Knowledge of IT developments & evolving best practice  
  • Strong stakeholder management skills  
  • Highly motivated - able to work on own initiative and as part of a team  
  • Good communications and interpersonal skills  

 

Desirable 

  • SAP GRC experience with knowledge on GRC risk management an advantage

 

 

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

 

BU Financial Accounting 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 
  • Comprehensive Diversity & Inclusion programme 
  • Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted 

  

 

Salary 

 

Up to €71,000 depending on experience 

 

 
Closing Date 

 

20th September 2024

 

 

 

Note: Please advise if you require any assistance or accommodations should you be called to attend an interview. 

 

If you have any queries in relation to this job, please contact recruitment@esb.ie  

 

Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role. 

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