Experienced Staff/senior Financial Accounting jobs at Ey in Portugal, Lisbon

Whole industries have been disrupted and transformed in recent years by digital technology. As a Senior IT Auditor, you will help businesses in continuous improvement and control of internal IT processes and procedures. In this context, they will realize the value they can gain from their IT investments — supporting strategy and being a key growth driver.

As a Senior IT Auditor you will help organizations in leverage technology to achieve a competitive advantage, advising on how to make IT more efficient and manage the risks associated with running IT operations.

Your key responsibilities

In this role, you will be part of multiple projects that require you to give the best advice to our clients using your knowledge and experience to provide the best outcomes. The job description is the following one:

• Supporting multiple IT Audit projects for multiple clients that operates in non-financial services market;
• Helping organizations to identify and assess their most important IT risks, to mitigate the risks and to maintain the confidentiality, integrity and availability of IT and data, including business continuity management;
• Designing and monitoring IT General Controls and IT process reviews based on various IT governance and IT security standards (e.g. CobiT 5, ITIL v.3, ISO 27001);
• Supporting the design and implementation of efficient measures (assessment of IT processes that includes Security Policies and procedures, Incident Management, Continuity and Service Availability, Change Management, User Access Management, Physical and environmental security, Business Continuity Management);
• Assessing the evaluation, definition and implementation of risk, governance and regulatory compliance initiatives for IT functions;
• Working with external audit, internal audit, IT departments and business functions to support the implementing and maintaining of reliable IT environments, systems and data;
• Supporting the team management;
• Acting as mentor and coach to the junior members of the team and leading by example;
• Understand EY and its service lines and actively assess/present ways to serve clients.

Skills and attributes for success

• To demonstrate technical knowledge of IT environment and controls and risk based auditing methodologies;
• Ability to identify technological developments and evaluate impacts on the client's business;
• A risk focused mindset;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to delivery multiple projects and to present information in a clear and concise manner;
• A strong work ethic;
• Forward thinker and self-starter;
• Creative, proactive, team player and able to work under pressure.
• Business mindset and some commercial acumen.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Academic education in financial, technological or analytical fields of study;
• 3-5 years of professional experience related with IT Audit, Technology Risk or similar;
• Experience in consulting environment is valued;
• Good knowledge of the main IT and Audit controls, fundamentals and requirements;
• Focused in project management;
• Ability to think out of the box and create multidisciplinary solutions;
• Full English Proficiency;
• Availability to work in Portugal and abroad.

What we look for

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident team player equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. If you’re ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.

EY offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with your work experience. Plus, we offer:
- Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around;
- Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career;
- The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you.

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

As a Senior in Turnaround & Restructuring Strategy, you will play a key role in supporting clients through financial and operational restructuring, turnaround strategies, and crisis management. You will work closely with senior stakeholders, contribute to strategic decision-making, and help organizations stabilize and transform during periods of disruption.
Key responsibilities

• Support clients in evaluating capital options, improving liquidity, and achieving strategic objectives in distressed or underperforming situations;
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis, including Independent Business Reviews (IBR), cash flow forecasting, and liquidity assessments;
• Assist in planning and executing restructuring engagements, including stakeholder management and negotiation support;
• Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations with actionable recommendations for clients;
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across Transaction Strategy, Debt Advisory, and M&A
• Contribute to business development activities, including proposals and client meetings;
• Actively participate in practice development initiatives to strengthen EY-Parthenon’s TRS offering.

Skills and attributes for success

• Strategic mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder engagement;
• Commercial acumen and results-oriented approach;
• Proactive, collaborative, and adaptable in dynamic environments.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related fields;
• 3–6 years of experience in consulting, corporate finance, restructuring, or insolvency;
• Strong knowledge of financial modeling and liquidity analysis;
• Full proficiency in Portuguese and English;
• Willingness to travel nationally and internationally.

EY offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with your work experience. Plus, we offer:
- Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around;
- Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career;
- The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you.

Your key responsibilities

• Delivery of projects in the Enterprise Risk Management, Internal Control & Internal Audit fields, focusing on IT and Digital risks.
• Contribute with insights and ideas and assist in drafting high quality project reports.
• Develop, maintain, and strengthen client relationships.
• Demonstrate high levels of technical and professional knowledge.
• Support the implementation of recommendations and solutions, in close alignment with clients’ teams, ensuring the creation of tangible impact.
• Support in market development through market prospection and opportunity identification.

Skills and attributes for success

Success in this role is guaranteed by the commitment and proactive intervention in the processes of project delivering and seeking opportunities within the clients and prospective clients and by building relationships within the team and with the client.

• Display teamwork, integrity, and leadership.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• A strong work ethic.
• Forward thinker and self-starter.
• Creative, proactive, team player and able to work under pressure.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Master's/University Degree in Engineering, Business Administration and Management, Computer Science, Information Systems or related fields;
• Experience of at least 3 years working as an IT risk consultant, IT auditor or related role;
• Experience on IT - Internal controls and/or SOX-related controls (COBIT framework, ISO 27001, ISO 42001, among others);
• Experience on IT-related internal audits;
• Experience on IT risk transformation services such as IT risk management, GRC, data analytics, policy and standard management, issues management, or IT regulation and compliance and/or;
• Experience on management of Risks and Control of ERP implementation and/or ERP security and controls reviews (Oracle, SAP, PeopleSoft);
• English Proficiency.

Additional valuable knowledge / background

• Experience or knowledge in management of Artificial Intelligence related risks is valued;
• Knowledge of Internal Audit and Internal Control concepts (ICFR / SOX / IIA / COSO) is valued;
• Knowledge of Risk Management / Enterprise Resilience concepts (ISO 31000 / COSO ERM) is valued;
• Eligibility to obtain certifications such as CIA, CISA, CRISC, COBIT, among others, is valued.

What we look for
Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident team player equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. If you’re ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.

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

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver a comprehensive range of tax services tailored to FATCA, CRS, QI, DAC6, and DAC7 compliance for clients in the financial services sector (Banking, Insurance, Capital Markets, Asset Management) with a commitment to efficiency and quality.
• Assist in the creation, implementation, and maintenance of comprehensive tax policies and procedures specifically addressing FATCA and CRS requirements, ensuring alignment with local and global regulations;
• Provide detailed tax reporting, analysis, and validation services, focusing on compliance with DAC6 and DAC7 reporting obligations;
• Define, develop, and implement effective tax and reporting solutions that comply with both local and global regulations, including risk assessment frameworks for FATCA and CRS;
• Support the establishment, monitoring, evaluation, and interpretation of tax data, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with international tax standards;
• Aid in the implementation of key regulatory requirements and guidelines related to FATCA, CRS, QI, DAC6, and DAC7, keeping clients informed of changes in legislation and best practices;
• Identify risks and opportunities for improvement within tax functions, particularly in relation to compliance and reporting processes;
• Support team management and contribute to a collaborative work environment, ensuring that all team members are informed of regulatory changes and compliance requirements;
• Build and maintain professional and trusting relationships with clients and colleagues, fostering a flexible and team-oriented culture;
• Mentor and coach junior team members, leading by example and sharing best practices;
• Understand EY’s service lines and actively explore ways to enhance client service, particularly in the context of international tax compliance.

Skills and Attributes for Success

• In-depth technical knowledge of FATCA, CRS, QI, DAC6, and DAC7 regulations and their implications for financial services;
• Strong attention to detail and rigor in work, particularly in compliance and reporting;
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on identifying compliance risks and opportunities;
• A strong work ethic and commitment to quality in delivering tax services;
• Ability to manage multiple projects and present information clearly and concisely, particularly in the context of regulatory reporting;
• Professional integrity, confidentiality, and responsibility;
• Innovative and efficient approach to teamwork;
• Resourceful and able to thrive under pressure;
• Business acumen and a commercial mindset.

Qualifications

• Academic background in Law, Tax, Business, Economics, or related fields;
• Minimum of 3 to 4 years of professional experience in a Tax/Compliance role, primarily within Financial Services;
• Strong understanding of local and global tax requirements;
• Experience working in multicultural projects and environments;
• Fluent in both Portuguese and English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

What we look for

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident team player equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. If you’re ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.

EY offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with your work experience. Plus, we offer:
- Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around;
- Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career;
- The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you.

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

• Lead the implementation and configuration of SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud Finance solutions for clients.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and design effective financial processes.
• Provide expertise in financial accounting, management accounting, and reporting within the SAP S/4HANA environment.
• Conduct training sessions and workshops for clients on SAP S/4HANA Finance functionalities.
• Analyze and troubleshoot finance-related issues, providing timely resolutions.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in finance and SAP technologies.
• Assist in the development of project plans, timelines, and deliverables.
• Mentor and guide junior team members in SAP S/4HANA Finance practices.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in SAP S/4HANA Finance or related finance roles.
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud configuration and implementation is preferred.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Relevant certifications are a plus.
• Full English Proficiency.

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident team player equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. If you’re ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.

EY offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with your work experience. Plus, we offer:
• Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around;
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career;
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you.

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

In a rapidly changing cybersecurity threat landscape, clients from all industries look to us for trusted solutions for increasingly complex threats and risks. As a member of our Cybersecurity team, you’ll be right at the heart of that goal, helping clients gain insight and context to their cyber threats - assessing, improving, and building security operations to mitigate these threats. You’ll get to use your technical and business skills to help us drive this mission and have an impact on cybersecurity at a global level.

You’ll work alongside respected industry professionals, learning about and using the latest tools and techniques to identify and overcome some of the most relevant and pressing security issues in the world. It’s a highly specialized area, where you’ll learn highly sought-after technical skills, all while developing your relationship management abilities – often by working directly on-site with our clients.

Your key responsibilities

As part of our Cybersecurity Consulting practice, you’ll assist clients in identifying potential threats, vulnerabilities, and deficiencies in their environments and aid them by bolstering their cybersecurity maturity and resilience.

Skills and attributes for success

• Execute security assessments to identify potential threats, vulnerabilities, and deficiencies in client environments;
• Conduct research, develop, and implement solutions to protect our clients against new attack techniques and threats;
• Solve challenging technical problems and devise creative solutions;
• Perform in-depth analysis of testing results, create reports that articulate findings, and develop risk mitigation recommendations;
• Manage engagement execution and ensure project timelines remain on track;
• Manage multiple competing priorities, thrive in a matrixed organization and work independently as well as part of diverse teams as the situation requires;
• Coach and provide technical leadership/advice to junior team members and encourage them to take ownership of their engagements and development.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, Management Information Systems or related field;
• A minimum of 3-5 years of work experience in cybersecurity;
• Fluent written and verbal communication skills in both Portuguese and English;
• Certifications and/or experience in:
  • Identity and Access Management – IAM; Privileged Access Management - PAM (Sailpoint, Okta, Microsoft, CyberArk); or
  • Cloud Security (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud); or
  • Network Security (SASE, Zscaler, NetSkope, Palo Alto, Cisco, etc.

What we offer you

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. Whether your profile is considered for this recruitment process, we will contact you within 15 working days.

As Manager, in ACR team, you will have the opportunity to benefit from an extraordinary global network working on challenge multi-service line projects and innovative global business solutions in the Accounting and Tax areas. Focused on the mission of improving the efficiency of organizations’ accounting compliance and reporting processes, you will work to efficiently prepare both local and consolidated financial statements, reduce year-end disruption and facilitate a smoother audit.

Your key responsibilities

• Providing a well-integrated broad array of accounting, tax compliance and reporting services for multiple clients with a high level of efficiency and quality;
• Assisting in the creation, implementation and maintenance of comprehensive accounting policy and procedure documentation to improve clarity and consistency of reporting;
• Developing accounting analysis and validations;
• Defining, developing and implementing effective accounting and reporting solutions and processes in accordance to local and global requirements;
• Assisting in establishing, monitoring, evaluating and interpreting accounting and tax data;
• Supporting the implementation of key regulatory requirements and guidelines;
• Identifying risks and/or improvement opportunities;
• Team management;
• Establishing professional and trust relationships with customers;
• Developing and implementing commercial strategies;
• Demonstrating in-depth technical capabilities and professional knowledge;
• Contributing to the team’s good productivity and motivation with good communication and cooperation to guarantee the best result;
• Understanding EY and its service lines and actively assess/present ways to serve clients.

Skills and attributes for success

• Technical rigor and attention to detail;
• Commercial acumen;
• Team and project management skills;
• High level of dynamism;
• Strong problem-solving skills;
• Efficient, innovative and team-oriented work environment;
• Demonstrate ability to assimilate new knowledge;
• A strong work ethic;
• Professional responsibility, confidentiality and integrity;
• Dedicated, innovative, resourceful and able to work under pressure;
• Team player and critical thinking;
• Forward thinker and self-starter.
  

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Academic Degree in Accounting, Tax, Economics, Finance or similar financial fields of studies;
• At least 6 years of professional experience in accounting, tax compliance and reporting roles;
• Familiarity with the financial services industry is valued;
• Background in consulting environment, mainly in Big4 or Second Tier companies, is valued;
• Good knowledge about international requirements: IAS, IFRS and/or US GAAP;
• Experience in team management;
• Some experience in business commercial development;
• Experience in ERP SAP, Navision, Primavera or another similar;
• Ability to work in multicultural projects and environments;
• Fluent written and verbal communication skills in both Portuguese and English.
  

Ideally, you’ll also have:

• Accounting or Tax professional certifications.
  

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident team player equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. If you’re ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.

EY offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with your work experience. Plus, we offer:

• Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around;
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career;
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you.

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