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Financial Accounting Advisor

EY
AthensPosted 26 days agoDiscoveredMatch locked
Full-time

About the role

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 continuously growing team, which has been announced as

Top Employer

for the fourth consecutive year, certified as a

Great Place to Work

for the third year in a row, and awarded as

Best Workplace in Professional Services & Consulting

for the second consecutive time, for our

almost 3,000 professionals

! 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 us as we commemorate 100 years of EY in Greece this year. E xperience great flexibility under our

hybrid operating model

across our offices in Athens, Patras, Thessaloniki and Crete and contribute to

building a better working world

.

The opportunity

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. You can expect leading-class learning and development tailored to your unique interests and motivations.

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 Managers and/or Senior 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 AI solutions and technology tools to continually enhance service delivery

To qualify for the role, you should have

  • 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
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Excellent written and verbal communication in Greek and English

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)

Ability to Shape your Future with Confidence by

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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 various getaways such as short Fridays, Flex Day and Together Day.
  • 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 4 years (Top Employer, Great Place to Work and Best Workplace in Professional Services & Consulting).

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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.

EY

|  Building a better working world EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets.   Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.   EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.

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