Financial Accounting Advisory Services Senior (m/f)

When our clients are facing complex financial and controllership issues, they look to us to set it right. Whether a system conversion has been miscalculated or they simply don’t have the knowledge in the right area of accounting, we provide the answers to the big questions nobody else can.

When our clients are striving to improve their financial statement closing process, and overall reporting or when there is a need to work on faster integration of the new business into existing one or need support with consolidation process, they seek our help. 

We specialize in delivering high quality advisory services to a portfolio of clients, understanding the enterprise-wide view of business and financial reporting risks and how this risk can be effectively managed. We use state-of-the-art diagnostic tools to evaluate business processes and controls, and advanced technology in knowledge sharing. 

The opportunity

Our Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) team is growing exponentially, and as a Senior you’ll play a key role in that growth. Working across all industries, you’ll develop your career by communicating creative, strategic goals both internally and externally. It’s all about listening to and understanding our clients to give them a truly exceptional experience in a field where there really are no off-the-shelf recommendations. You will have the opportunity to team with different experts and expand your knowledge and experience and to participate in creation of a better working world through overall enhancement of financial reporting processes (internal and external), quality of information produced and disclosed and better application of complex International Financial Reporting Standards requirements.

Responsibilities

The nature of this role means no two projects will be the same. That means you’ll need to challenge existing practices to develop answers to complex issues. You’ll also be collaborating with colleagues across multiple service lines, so we’ll look to you to build relationships and identify opportunities for our clients to benefit from our knowledge in other areas. 

Your key responsibilities:
• Consulting with clients on complex accounting and financial reporting issues
• Collaborating with partners, senior managers, managers and clients to influence strategy, balancing risk and client expectations
• Building relationships with colleagues across multiple service lines to provide seamless integrated service
• Managing performance and identifying opportunities to improve our products and processes
• Assist clients to navigate through accounting changes by developing fit-to-purpose solutions and/or providing practical expedients
• Provide technical accounting services as part of complex transactions (M&A, IPO, Carve outs, etc.) or implementation of new business strategies under IFRS and local GAAP
• Support clients in the transformation of their finance, controlling and financial reporting functions through the review of governance structures, processes & controls in place and the identification of solutions and tools to introduce better practices and bring efficiencies

To qualify for the role you must have:
• A master's degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance or related discipline
• 3 to 5 years of working experience in relation to the following services/solutions:
• Implementation of new accounting standards
• Drafting and designing accounting policies 
• Technical accounting research and advice
• Consolidation and Compilation support
• Financial statement close process support 
• Transaction accounting and reporting – IPO’s, Carve Outs, PPA etc.
• Good understanding of IFRS and local GAAP
• Strong technical writing skills and risk management knowledge
• A proven record of excellence when managing, mentoring and improving a team of high-performing colleagues
• The confidence to research and resolve emerging client issues, including regulations, industry practices and new technologies
• Eager to learn and strive for excellence
• Ability to take initiatives with a team mindset

What we look for

We’re interested in versatile people with the ability to take on new responsibilities and listen to clients to get things done. We’re not just looking for technical accounting experience — we’re after genuinely interested people with the ability to build relationships, negotiate and think in unique and creative new ways. If you’re a confident leader with a curious mind and the ability to solve complex issues, this role is for you.

What working at EY offers
• Support, feedback and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career both inside and outside of Croatia
• Developed system of performance management and career development that enables you to have the freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you
• Opportunity to work in international environment
• Variety of training programs (both internal and external)
• Developing a broad business knowledge, making you a trusted finance function advisor to your clients
• Interesting portfolio of clients and projects

Working location: Zagreb, Croatia

About EY
As a global leader in assurance, tax, strategy and transactions and consulting services, we hire and develop the most passionate people in their field to help build a better working world. This starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. So that whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.
 

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please apply only via application link no later than 6 October 2024.
 

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