Junior Financial Accounting Advisor

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.

We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.

Being part of EY in Greece means being part of a team which has been announced as Top Employer for the third consecutive year, certified as a Great Place to Work for a second year in a row, and awarded as Best Workplace in Professional Services & Consulting for the first time!

At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences through coaching and training programs as well as the use of advanced technology and AI. We’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams

Join our continuously growing team, which employs over 2.600 professionals in Greece, to experience great flexibility under our hybrid operating model across our offices in Athens, Patras, and Thessaloniki and help to build a better working world.

The opportunity

We are currently seeking professionals to strengthen our Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) team. Our FAAS team consists of a group of experts who’s day-to-day activities exist in supporting fast growing companies to take the next step. In this dynamic environment, we help companies prepare their financial statements (standalone and consolidated) as well as any other financial reports for Management or Group Reporting purposes. Next to this, our team offers technical accounting advice to different entities. Large, multinational companies as well as financial institutions, e.g. Banks, count on our teams to analyze how major transactions would influence their financial statements. As a FAAS professional you will have a great opportunity to expand your technical accounting and financial reporting knowledge and skills, work on different projects and frequently work with other service lines. At the same time, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to the FAAS team during a time of exciting growth. You can expect leading-class learning and development tailored to your unique interests and motivations. You will be given all the skills, knowledge and opportunities to progress and become ready to build a better working world for our people, our clients and the communities that support us. Sounds interesting?

Your Key Responsibilities

The nature of this role means no two projects will be the same. You will provide accounting advisory services encompassing support in the implementation of new accounting standards, advice to clients -including financial institutions- or teams on complex accounting matters; improvement of reporting processes such as fast close and business intelligence projects; GAAP conversion and implementation; on call financial reporting advice; accounting/reporting processes and controls support assistance. That means you need to think outside the box, be creative and solutions oriented, challenge existing practices and be adaptable to change. As you build your knowledge and experience, you will become a credible advisor, influencing clients and engagement teams on resolutions that will impact entire industries.

Skills And Attributes For Success

• Collaborating effectively with Seniors and Managers at the planning, execution and wrap-up stages of FAAS engagements
• Working in multi-disciplinary teams and ensuring deliverables are of a high quality according to EY standards
• Fostering an efficient, innovative and team-oriented working environment by maintaining cooperative relationships that lead to open communications and sharing of information
• Demonstrating positive attitude, professionalism, teamwork competences, and high level of self-motivation and desire to exceed expectations
• Illustrating critical thinking and ability to work in a multi-tasking and results-oriented working environment with keen attention to high quality and details
• Identifying and communicating relevant trends, developments and key performance drivers relevant to the client
• Creating presentations and using technology to continually enhance service delivery
  
  

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Up to 2 years of working experience in consulting / audit services in relevant positions or a financial accounting/reporting role
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or any quantitative degree.
• Good understanding of accounting logic and ability to research IFRS technical issues
• Results-oriented approach with keen attention to high quality and accuracy and distinct willingness to learn
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Excellent written and verbal communication in Greek and English
• Flexibility to travel in accordance with client and other job requirements both locally and internationally (travelling is subject to Covid-19 limitations).
  
  

Ideally you will also have

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or any quantitative degree.
• Professional accountancy qualification or working towards gaining one (ACCA, ACA, CFA, SOEL)
  
  

What We Offer You

Ability to Shape your Future with Confidence by:

• Developing your professional growth:
• You'll have unlimited access to educational platforms, EY Badges and EY Degrees, alongside support for certifications. You will experience personalized coaching and feedback, and gain exposure to international projects, through our expansive global network, empowering you to define and achieve your own success.
• Dive into our innovative GenAI ecosystem, designed to enhance your EY journey and support your career growth. These advanced AI tools will empower you to focus on higher-value work and meaningful interactions, enriching your professional experience like never before.
  
  

Empowering your personal fulfilment: We focus on your financial, social, mental and physical wellbeing.

• Our competitive rewards package, depending on your experience, includes cutting-edge technological equipment, ticket restaurant vouchers, a private health and life insurance scheme, income protection and an exclusive EY benefits club card that provides a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions.
• Our flexible working arrangement (hybrid model) is defined based on your own preferences and team’s needs, and we enjoy other initiatives such as summer short Fridays and an EY Day Off.
• Our commitment to a sustainable way of operating, encourages volunteerism, promotes sustainable practices and offers opportunities for you to create a positive societal impact.
• Our pride lies in working at EY as one of the most recognized employers in Greece through our multiple awards received over the last 3 years (Top Employer, Great Place to Work and Best Workplace in Professional Services & Consulting).
• Fueling an inclusive culture: We prioritize a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment, where you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
  
  

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

To help create an equitable and inclusive experience during the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible about any disability-related adjustments or accommodations you may need.

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