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This is a unique opportunity for an experienced Audit Manager to join FBD’s Internal Audit team. If you are currently working in audit in a large organisation or advisory firm and you are ready to take on a role that enables you to have more influence and to drive change this could be the role for you. This is a unique opportunity to use your skills and experience to make a real difference. You will be able to apply your formal competencies and experience to develop an enhanced program of oversight and review of FBD’s control environment.

Job Overview

As part of a team responsible for auditing the Group, this role reports to the Senior Internal Audit Manager. The role will include performing internal audit activities and managing routine and ad hoc internal audit activities. It also involves being a trusted advisor to the business.

The successful candidate will interact with the senior and executive management teams. The role is mainly based in Head Office, Bluebell, Dublin 12. There is a very low level of travel involved.

Job Responsibilities

This job involves delivering and managing audit assignments across all areas in line with Internal Audit standards and requirements. You will spend your time conducting internal audits end-to-end, reporting on areas of risk or weakness, preparing conclusions and recommendations for appropriate actions. You will also spend time as requested by the Senior Internal Audit Manager or Head of Internal Audit, overseeing some of the audits being performed by the team as well as being responsible for coordinating and overseeing certain internal audit work performed by third party providers. You will oversee the production of management information and other reporting. You will also assist in developing and updating the audit plan, including preparing resourcing requirements and scheduling audits. You will enjoy building a broad knowledge of the business and utilise your technical and advanced relationship management skills and to build and develop relationships to encourage open discussion of potential issues and to secure commitment to early resolution of issues. In addition to this, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to participate in ad-hoc assignments and also be involved in regulatory interaction.

Assessment of governance, risks and controls across the different business functions in FBD.
Assist in developing and updating the IA Audit Universe and the IA annual audit plan, including preparing resourcing requirements and scheduling audits;
Perform, participate in, and/or manage audit assignments including responsibility for:
- Planning of audits including creation of a risk and control matrix
- Execution of testing and workpaper preparation and/or review
- Identification of risks/audit issues
- Report preparation and/or review

Job Responsibilities

- Management and communication of relevant matters identified in the audit process to management and IA management.
- Write clear and concise reports for use by key stakeholders and recommend practical control improvements that add value to the business.
- Evaluate and document issue closure requests.
- Coordinate and oversee internal audit work performed by 3rd parties.
- Manage the production of MI and reporting as requested.
- Carry out ad hoc tasks and special investigations as required.
- Build and maintain effective business relationships across the Group.
- Developing a network of contacts inside and outside the company to support risk awareness and audit delivery.

Education

Must be an experienced qualified accountant (e.g. ACA / ACCA / CPA) and / or a qualified Internal Auditor (CIA) ideally with Insurance or Financial Services experience.

Experiences

Highly developed knowledge and proficiency in risk management principles and processes.
Strong knowledge of current internal audit standards and FBD’s regulatory environment.
Minimum of five years Internal Audit experience in planning, coordinating and delivering internal audit plans. This includes evaluation of risks for inclusion on the plan, estimation of resourcing requirements and the development of the overall audit plan.
Data Analytical experience is a distinct advantage.

Competencies

MCC

This role sits within Pay Band C of FBD’s Graduate Pay band

This is a Control Function 2 (CF 2) position under the Central Bank of Irelands Fitness and Probity Regime. As such you are expected to know and comply with the standards at all times.

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FBD is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants of all ages, genders, ethnicities, cultures, religions, languages, sexual orientations, abilities, disabilities, and social backgrounds.

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone is encouraged to bring their whole, authentic self to work. Our approach to inclusion is embedded in our hiring practices, pay structures, leadership development, and workplace policies. At FBD, we believe that when our people feel valued and supported, they thrive, and so does our business. We are proud to foster a culture of collaboration, respect, and shared success at every stage of your career.