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Job description
At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too.
Join our continuously growing team, which employs over 2.200 professionals in Greece, and is listed in Greece's Top Employers for 2023! Experience great flexibility, under our hybrid operating model across our offices in Athens, Patras, and Thessaloniki, while benefiting from personalized learning and career development opportunities. We prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering an environment where everyone's unique perspectives are valued, that supports you in building an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.
The opportunity
Your business will only succeed if you build it on a strong foundation and grow it in a sustainable way. At EY, we believe that managing your tax obligations responsibly and proactively can make a critical difference. Our 50,000 talented tax professionals, in more than 150 countries, give you technical knowledge, business experience, consistency and an unwavering commitment to quality service — wherever you are and whatever tax services you need.
EY’s more than 350 tax professionals in Greece provide you with deep technical knowledge, both globally and locally, combined with practical, commercial and industry experience. Our talented people, consistent methodologies and unwavering commitment to quality service help you build the strong compliance and reporting foundations and sustainable tax strategies that help your business succeed.
Your key responsibilities
- Ensure that client requests are communicated to the senior-in-charge and addressed on a timely basis
- Identify opportunities and come up with ideas to provide added value to the client
- Secure and enhance client relationships at the appropriate level and present a positive impression of the firm
- Use electronic working papers efficiently, including various software applications and sources of knowledge in an appropriate manner
- Assist in preparing reports that will be delivered to clients and other parties Understand and follow workplace policies and procedures
- Build strong internal relationships with members of the TAX team and other EY services
- Work effectively as a team member, sharing responsibility, providing support, maintaining communication and updating senior team members on progress
Skills and attributes for success
To qualify for the role you must have
- University Degree in Business Administration, Banking & Finance, Accounting or Law
- Advanced business writing and verbal communication skills both in Greek and English
- Proficient skills in Microsoft Office
- Excellent analytical and interpersonal abilities
- Strong analytical, problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Completed military obligations (where applicable)
Ideally, you’ll also have
- Postgraduate studies in a related field
What we look for
What’s most important is that you’re dedicated to working with your colleagues as part of a high-performing team. You’ll need to demonstrate enthusiasm, high motivation and passion to develop fast in a multinational working environment. You’ll need to thrive in picking up new skills and talents as you go, so natural curiosity, a lot of questions and the confidence to speak up when you see something that could be improved are essential. If you’ve got the right combination of technical knowledge and communication skills, this role is for you.
What we offer
- Competitive remuneration package: You’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Depending on your experience, our comprehensive rewards package includes benefits that suit your needs including cutting-edge technological equipment, ticket restaurant vouchers, a private health insurance scheme, life insurance, income protection and an exclusive EY benefits club that provides a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions.
- Flexible working arrangements: We operate under a hybrid working model, which is defined based on both your own preferences and team’s needs, and we enjoy our summers with short Fridays.
- Personalized learning experience and career development: We provide free and unlimited access to educational platforms and EY Badges, support certifications, and provide coaching and feedback, as a part of our Leadership & Development process, all of which can lead to a meaningful impact and success as defined by you.
- Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
- Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
- International Experience: Become part of international projects and work along multicultural teams, through our global network.
- Above all, you will be working in one of the Top Employers in Greece for 2023, awarded by the Top Employers Institute.
The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.
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