Job Title: Risk & Controls Analyst
Location: Dublin (primarily on-site with some travel)
Overview
A large, well-established international organisation is seeking to appoint a Risk & Controls Analyst to join its finance and governance function. Operating within a centralised support structure, this role offers broad exposure across multiple business units and an opportunity to play a key role in strengthening internal controls, risk management, and governance frameworks.
Key Responsibilities
Governance & Process Improvement
- Partner with stakeholders across the business to enhance control frameworks and governance practices
- Support the development and ongoing refinement of policies and procedures
- Conduct targeted process reviews to identify gaps and recommend practical improvements
- Assist in monitoring and resolving audit findings in a timely manner
Controls & Compliance
- Support the maintenance and continuous improvement of internal control environments
- Assist with documentation, testing, and remediation of control processes
- Liaise with internal audit and wider finance teams to ensure alignment with best practices
- Identify opportunities for automation, efficiency, and standardisation across processes
Risk Management
- Contribute to embedding a strong risk-aware culture across the organisation
- Support the identification and assessment of key operational and financial risks
- Assist in strengthening governance structures and decision-making processes
Projects & Integration
- Support integration and change initiatives, ensuring consistent application of controls
- Work with cross-functional teams to implement scalable and efficient processes
Requirements
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent)
- 3+ years' experience in a controls, audit, or risk-focused role
- Strong understanding of governance, compliance, and internal controls
- Experience working in a complex or multi-entity environment is advantageous
- Strong analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail
- Effective communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders
- Comfortable managing multiple priorities and deadlines
- ERP system exposure beneficial
- Full driving licence required (role involves occasional travel)
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Broad exposure across a large, multi-entity organisation
- Opportunity to contribute to key transformation and improvement initiatives
- Strong long-term career progression potential
- Collaborative and high-performing team environment
