Governance, Risk & Assurance Manager.

Our client, a well-established and highly regarded accountancy practice based in Athlone, is seeking a talented Governance, Risk & Assurance Manager to become part of their expanding team. They are seeking a Governance, Risk & Assurance Manager to support their continued growth, bringing management‑level experience across governance, risk, credit underwriting, data protection, AML/CTF, outsourcing, and investment management.

Responsibilities

• Lead outsourced risk management, compliance, internal audit, and bespoke internal control review engagements across diverse clients.
• Oversee planning and delivery of high‑quality work within agreed timelines and budgets, including presenting findings to partners and clients.
• Manage, coach, and develop a team of qualified and trainee accountants while coordinating workflows and presentations with administrative support.
• Assess and advise on internal control frameworks, risk identification, compliance with legislation and best practice, and development of internal audit strategies and programmes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in commerce, business, finance, or a related discipline.
• Professional certification in risk, compliance, or internal audit is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in risk, compliance, governance, or internal audit, with strong understanding of internal control frameworks.
• Relevant industry or sector exposure, coupled with strong presentation skills, attention to detail, and a practical, solutions‑focused mindset.
• Self‑motivated and able to work independently in a fast‑moving environment, with proven ability to manage and develop people effectively.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary: €65k – €75k (depending on experience)
• Performance-related bonus
• Pension scheme Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• 25 days annual leave
• Employee wellbeing programme
• Ongoing learning and development support
• On-site parking
• Transparent promotion pathways
• Company events and initiatives

If you are a Governance, Risk & Assurance Manager considering a career move, please don’t hesitate to send your CV or contact Katie McMahon at (086) 827 9647 for a confidential discussion.

GPC Finance will not share any applicant’s CV with clients without prior consent after a comprehensive discussion. Rest assured that all conversations will be handled with the utmost confidentiality.