ICFR Controls Testing Lead

Company Description

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, create 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 realize their financial goals and help them save time and money.

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. Learn more at experianplc.com.

Description

Reporting to the ICFR Controls Testing Senior Manager, you will help develop the testing methodology for critical financial controls across the Experian Global business. You will develop controls testing plans for gaps in controls following Experian risk management processes and in collaboration with other assurance functions across the first, second and third line of defense (LOD). You will also support the Controls Testing Manager in the development of testing methodologies, risk universe and integrated reporting.

What you'll do:

• Support the identification and prioritization of testing activities as part of the assurance planning process.
• Collaborate with the ICFR team and other finance partners observing the relevant roles are responsibilities matrixes.
• Plan and implement control tests including coordinating the review process with partners, managing the activities of control testing senior analysts.
• 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 agreement to action.
• Coordinate activities throughout the review lifecycle with senior partners
• Collaborate with Data Analytics team to identify opportunities for converting manual testing into analytics-based testing and assurance activity.
• Support 1LOD with issues remediation and validation of evidence before issue closure

Qualifications

What you will bring:

• Professional finance or accounting qualification ACA/ACCA or equivalent, including either an audit background or corporate experience, in an assurance, internal controls or risk department.
• 4 years+ experience in an audit and accounting firm.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• An understanding of IT systems and operation.
• An approach that promotes collaboration and consultation.
• Experience identifying main risks and driving improvements in the control environment. Familiar with queries, report writing and presenting findings.

Additional Information

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 and books.
• 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 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.

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Client-provided location(s): Sofia, Bulgaria

Job ID: Experian-744000079717415

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-09-04T18:34:35