Financial Accounting Advisory - Assistant Manager

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. Experience 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

The recent disruptions to businesses globally have given rise to the increase in financial and technological innovations. The importance of accurate and complete accounting and reporting to stakeholders increases, with regulators becoming ever vigilant, while supporting our advisory clients in discussion with their auditors is necessary. In this context and with the aid of technology tools & enablers, we provide our clients with:

1. technical accounting support with consolidation, financial reporting and management reporting services, purchase price allocation, carve out accounting & GAAP conversions, including drafting accounting papers, policy manuals and disclosures,
2. assistance with the implementation of new accounting standards and provide services to support compliance with evolving financial reporting requirements,
3. accounting advice on complex transactions,
4. assistance with regulatory filings, including pro-form and interim financial statements, MD&A and responses to regulator’s comment letters.

Your key responsibilities

As an Assistant Manager/Manager, you’ll be responsible for coaching and developing the team and manage engagements end-to-end, while collaborating with other teams to create value for clients, identifying, discussing and documenting in technical memos the issues that arise based on the legal and other documents.

You will consult with appropriate resources to solve complex accounting and reporting issues for clients and participate in sales of new transaction accounting services. As an experienced professional you will work as part of a team of problem solvers with extensive consulting and industry experience, helping our clients with their reporting needs.

Skills and attributes for success

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject such as Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration
• JES, AMP, ACCA, ACA rofessional qualification in progress
• Previous working experience in Audit enagements
• Sound understanding of transaction accounting and reporting requirements
• Deep knowledge of IFRS

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Experience with a Big 4 accounting firm, ideally within accounting advisory, transaction accounting and/or capital markets teams
• US GAAP experience.

What we look for

We are not just looking for technical accounting experience - we are interested in professionals with a creative vision and the confidence to make it happen; professionals who can integrate with and influence clients from a varying range of organizations, as part of a diverse and highly driven team. Create presentations and using AI and technology solutions to continually enhance service delivery

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 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).

• 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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