ICFR Controls Testing Lead

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, provide digital marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realise their financial goals and help them to save time and money.

We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments.

We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland.

Reporting to the ICFR Controls Testing Manager, the Controls Testing Lead will help develop the testing methodology for critical financial main controls across the Experian Global business.The Lead will be responsible for developing and executing controls testing plans and for communicating, agreeing and monitoring gaps in controls in line with Experian risk management processes and in collaboration with other assurance functions across the first, second and third line of defence (LOD). The Controls Testing Lead will also support the Controls Testing Manager in the development of testing methodologies, risk universe and integrated reporting.

What you will be doing:

Support the Controls Testing Manager in the identification and prioritization of testing activities as part of the assurance planning process.

Through the assurance, collaborate with the ICFR team and other finance stakeholders following the relevant roles are responsibilities matrixes.

Plan and complete control tests including coordinating the review process with key stakeholders, managing the activities of control testing senior analysts (local and overseas), reviewing the quality of work performed and ensuring alignment with the assurance testing methodology.

Prepare draft reports reflecting the results of work performed and advise the business on appropriate solutions and remediation activities engaging other 2LOD and subject matter experts in agreeing actions plans.

Present results to senior management to get support and agreement to action.

Coordinate activities throughout the review lifecycle with senior stakeholders

Collaborate with Data Analytics team to identify opportunities for converting manual testing into analytics-based testing and assurance activity.

Collaborate directly with the analytics team to improve models and follow up on results of monitoring and analytics.

Support 1LOD with issues remediation and validation of evidence before issue closure.

Provide feedback to the design and implementation teams on any insights identified as part of control testing.

What you'll need to bring:

Professional finance or accounting qualification ACA/ACCA or equivalent, including either an audit background (be that external or internal audit) and corporate experience, in an assurance, internal controls or risk position

4 years+ experience in an audit and accounting firm

Excel skills

An understanding of IT systems and operation

Experience identifying main risks and improvements in the control environment

Familiar with queries, report writing and presenting findings

Experience working in a multinational environment.

What you will get:

Personal Development - career pathway for professional growth supported by learning and development programs and unlimited access to online educational training courses, learning materials & book.

Work environment - excellent work conditions with friendly environment, recognized strong team spirit, and fun and quality recreation time.

Social benefit package including life insurance, food vouchers, additional health insurance, monthly flex allowance and internet coverage, corporate discounts, marriage and childbirth / adoption allowance, Multisport card, Sharesave plan, Employee assistance program, а birthday gift and many other benefits!

Work-life balance - 25 days paid vacation, 1 additional day off for your birthday and extra 3 paid days for participation in Social responsibility event.

Opportunity for flexible working hours, hybrid work model and home office.

Experian is an Equal opportunity employer. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.