The Internal Audit team has a key part to play in supporting the organisations drive for change and continuous improvement in response to an increasingly dynamic complex external business environment.
Reporting to the Deputy Head of Internal Audit the Internal Audit Senior, will operate as a business partner in a dynamic team environment, applying innovative auditing techniques to provide business leaders and their teams with proactive assurance and advice on core business processes and risks, as well as anticipating and advising on the mitigation of future risks that could affect the achievement of business goals.
Responsibilities The principal responsibilities associated with the role include, but are not limited to: Assisting in the conduct of audit assignments from initiation to completion including in flight audits and continuous auditing in line with the Internal Audit Plan and International Internal Auditing Standards; Developing and building an effective partnership relationship with business management to raise awareness of leading practice in respect to governance, internal control and risk management; Selecting and using appropriate and best practice research, business intelligence, analytics and problem solving techniques to analyse and solve complex problems and support decision making; Contributing to the preparation of timely and impactful professional reports and proposing recommendations that deal with root cause issues and provide the business insights that drive improvement and innovation while ensuring in line with International Internal Auditing Standards; Assisting in the successful execution of a comprehensive risk based annual audit plan; Exemplifying audit quality and the continuous improvement of internal audit activities by keeping up to date with developments in practice and supporting the Internal Audit Quality Assurance Improvement Programme (QAIP); Working with line management to update the status of previous internal and external findings on a quarterly basis, the timely auditing of resolved issues and engagement with the follow up audit reporting process; and Actively engaging with available coaching and development supports to develop professional capability in order to maintain team effectiveness.
Demonstrating An Post Values and behaviours in your day-to-day work and addressing behaviour that supports/ conflicts with them.
Experience & Qualifications You will have a clear understanding of the business environment in which you undertake assignments having a minimum of 3 years experience working in an audit environment, ideally including at least 1 years internal audit experience.
You must have full membership of a recognised professional accountancy body or the IIA and have a professional accountancy qualification (e.g.
ACA, ACCA, CPA) or hold a CMIIA qualification.
An excellent knowledge of audit methodology and principles, governance practices and internal controls and risk management as well as an understanding of the legal and regulatory environment in which An Post operates is key.
You should also have knowledge of best practice corporate structures and processes and project management knowledge or experience.
Excellent IT skills, knowledge of disruptive technologies and experience of using data analytics and visualisation tools in an audit context such as Power BI are also required.
Furthermore, strong knowledge of and experience in the auditing of financial and planning models is desirable.
Critical Competencies: (The following competencies are essential to the delivery of results and/or to superior performance in this role) Technical and Professional Knowledge Results orientation Communication skills Problem Solving and Analysis Data Analytics Attention to Detail About the Benefits In addition to a highly competitive remuneration package we offer access to the following: An Post Company Medical Scheme An Post Pension Scheme PRIP Bonus Scheme Paid Maternity Leave Paid Paternity Leave An Post Employee Assistance Programme Digital gym with daily scheduled workouts Secure on-site bicycle parking & Cycle to Work Scheme Tax Saver Travel Pass City centre location How to Apply? We welcome all interested candidates to submit a detailed CV before 5pm on 19th August 2025.
At An Post we appreciate the value that diversity brings and believe our workforce should be reflective of the customers and communities we serve.
That is why we actively welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on gender, age, race, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, membership of the Travelling community, or family status.
An Post is committed to having an inclusive workplace where every employee feels they belong.
If you require accommodations to be made during the recruitment process, or have questions relating to accessibility, please contact us.
About An Post An Post is one of Irelands leading organisations, offering financial and postal services as well as being a trusted gateway to government services.
We are transforming from the old world of traditional letters and cash to the new digital world of e-commerce parcels and financial services.
An Posts core purpose to act for the common good, improving the lives of people in Ireland, now and for generations to come is aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do.
Corporate Social Responsibility plays a pivotal role at An Post as we focus on developing long-term sustainability.
Diversity and Inclusion are also embedded in our strategy, as we continuously evolve to be representative of our employees and the communities we serve.
Read more about our strategy and our progress on our careers website today Skills: Internal Auditing Audit Auditing Internal Audit audit methodology Data Analysis data analytics