Internal Audit & Internal Controls Senior Consultant

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 2.500 professionals in Greece, and is listed in Greece's Top Employers, Great Place to Work and Best Workplaces for Women for 2024! 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

We are currently seeking highly motivated people, experienced in Internal Audit & Internal Controls to join our Enterprise Risk team of EY Greece Consulting Services, which is a leading provider of consulting services in Greece.

Your key responsibilities

Being part of our Enterprise Risk team you will be given the opportunity to work on a creative, fast-paced environment, build strong relationships with external clients and internal peers in Greece and abroad. You will further build your capabilities enhancing your career growth across a wide range of industry sectors and domains, including internal audit, internal controls, risk management, compliance, corporate governance, process design and optimization/transformation. 

Skills and attributes for success

• Remain current on new developments in consulting services capabilities and industry knowledge.
• Strong analytical skills, accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to interact with teams and client members at all hierarchical levels.
• Delegating, supervising and supporting the development/coaching of junior team members.
• Ability and willingness to meet business critical deadline.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a virtual, fast-paced and changing environment.
• Productivity and self-motivation.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Team working, problem solving approach.
• Contribute to business development efforts.
• Ambition for professional development.

To qualify for the role you must have

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance, Business Administration, Information Technology or other related field.
• At least 3 years of relevant consulting or industry experience in Internal Audit and/or Internal Controls.
• Demonstrate good understanding of compliance, financial, strategic and operational risks along with performing internal control testing, develop internal audit plans and provide remediation actions and areas for improvement.
• Experience in application of Internal Audit standards and Internal Control frameworks.
• Good understanding of Accounting standards.
• Fluent knowledge of English (written and verbal).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office. Other relevant IT skills (Python, SQL, etc.) will be considered an asset.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• A Master’s degree in Accounting/Finance, MBA, Risk Management, Internal Audit, Information Technology or other related field.
• Specific sector experience in processes, risks and controls associated with these in one of the following sectors: Energy, Power & Utilities, Pharmaceutical, Shipping, Banking, Manufacturing, Telco.
• Professional certifications/other certifications such as: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), COSO Internal Controls will be considered an asset.
• Ability/flexibility to travel on overseas assignment as the need arises.
• Completed military obligations (where applicable).

What we look for

We are interested in motivated professionals worthy of trust, with a natural ability to lead, resolve complex problems and work as part of a team. If you enjoy facing new challenges, challenging the status quo, and being part of a culture that encourages teaming and creative problem solving, 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 most recognized employers in Greece, as we have been awarded the Top Employers, Great Place to Work and Best Workplaces for Women awards for 2024.

 If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. 

The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.

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