Internal Control Specialist

The Rehab Group; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 61,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Maternity/paternity leave

Educational leave

27 days annual leave

Bike to work scheme

Tax saver travel scheme

Income protection

Health and wellbeing programme

Digital Doctor

Study support

Job summary

The Rehab Group is seeking an Internal Control Specialist to strengthen its internal control framework across the organisation and subsidiaries. This permanent role, based in Dublin with hybrid working arrangements, requires extensive audit/controls experience and knowledge of regulatory standards.

You will design, perform and report on control assessments, advising on improvements while aligning with governance policies and the Internal Audit Charter. Competitive salary is offered with benefits.

Qualifications

• Qualified Internal Auditor and/or CCAB accountant is desirable or in progress.
• Degree-level education in a field relevant to internal control/audit.
• Minimum five years' experience in internal/external audit, internal control, compliance or oversight.
• Understanding or experience of the charity sector and regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a comprehensive internal control assessment programme for the Rehab Group and subsidiaries.
• Coordinate scope of annual internal control assessments with owners and internal audit teams.
• Evaluate design and documentation of internal controls and related procedures.
• Identify gaps, prepare concise reports and reinforce understanding of internal controls across units.

Skills

Internal audit experience

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Qualified Internal Auditor/CCAB (desirable)

Degree in a related discipline

5+ years relevant audit/oversight experience

Job description

The Rehab Group

With over 270 locations across the Republic of Ireland, Rehab Group has deep roots in communities nationwide. Every day, individuals, families, local businesses, schools, clubs and community groups experience the impact of Rehab’s work. This role will help turn that goodwill, connection and lived experience into a strong, sustainable community fundraising programme.

Job Title: Internal Control Specialist

Permanent, 39 hours per week

Park West Business Park, Dublin 12,D12 K276 (Hybrid Model Available)

Salary starting from Min 61,306 - 72,125, based on experience, qualifications and experience.

Job Purpose

Internal Audit is an important part of the Rehab Group’s corporate governance structure, with its responsibilities specified in the Internal Audit Charter. The position of Internal Control Specialist is to provide detailed assessments of internal control practices operationally and to advise on the understanding and transformation of internal control within operational units and support functions across the Rehab Group and its subsidiary entities.

Under the general direction of the Head of Internal Audit, you will be required to design and perform internal control assessments, individually or as part of a team, and other reviews, including ad hoc projects responding to emerging risks and management requests, within agreed timescales. You will be required to review internal control practices across the Rehab Group in accordance with its policies and procedures, applicable legislation, and regulatory standards and guidance.

Minimum Education & Experience required:

• Qualified Internal Auditor and/or qualified accountant (CCAB) (desirable) or studying to attain qualification.
• Educated to degree level in a discipline appropriate to the role (desirable).
• Minimum five years relevant audit, internal and/or external, internal control, compliance or oversight experience.
• Understanding or experience of the charity sector.
• Understanding or experience of working in a regulated sector.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop, plan and deliver a comprehensive programme of internal control assessments to ensure the Rehab Group and its subsidiaries comply with policies, procedures, legislation and regulatory requirements. Coordinate the scope of the annual internal control assessment process, ensuring adequate coverage with internal audit and internal control process owners.
• Self-direct or participate in a team on internal control assessments to ensure efficient and effective delivery of the annual assessment programme and ad hoc projects by performing assigned assessments within deadlines and budgets.
• Evaluate the design of internal controls, related manuals and procedures. Determine if internal control documentation reflects a high level of quality, is easily accessible to, and understood by people in units/functions responsible for practising internal controls.
• Assess evidence of internal control practices and develop recommendations for gaps and weaknesses in the operation of internal controls at a local, regional and national level. Write brief, but clear, reports in a structured presentation to document conclusions of internal control assessments, recommendations and advisory support provided to ensure consistent understanding and practice of relevant internal controls.

Staff benefits:

• Company Pension Scheme
• Paid maternity/paternity/adoption leave
• Educational leave
• 27 days annual leave
• Bike to work scheme
• Tax saver travel scheme
• Income protection
• Unpaid leave
• Health and Wellbeing programme
• Digital Doctor
• Financial support for studying and study leave
• Long Service Reward Scheme
• Sick leave
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Closing Date:

29/09/2026

These duties and responsibilities are a reflection of the present service requirements and may be subject to review and amendment to meet the changing needs of the services.

The Rehab Group is an equal opportunity employer