דרושים Junior Forensics Professional M/f ב-Ey ב-Croatia, Zagreb

As a Senior/Assistant Manager, you will be working with experienced due diligence professionals, where you will learn and develop the skills you need to perform due diligence in a range of situations and sectors. As you progress your career with EY, you will have the opportunity to work on more complex transactions, increasingly lead teams, begin to build relationships with our clients and other members of the corporate finance community and take on broader roles within our business.
• Plan and monitor the progress of due diligence fieldwork and inform Managers of the engagement status
• Identify specific transaction risks through historical analyses and direct discussions with Target company’s management
• Prepare detailed due diligence reports and databooks (excel) for clients, clearly communicating key findings, risks, and recommendations.
• Prepare analyses of historical and pro forma financial information to assess trends and fluctuations that may impact cash flow requirements and deal valuation
• Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and compliance of financial data and documentation
• Conduct in-depth industry research to support due diligence efforts, including market analysis, competitor benchmarking, and identification of potential risks and opportunities.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure high-quality work and professional development.
• Share your technical and other knowledge with your team
• Develop and maintain productive working relationships with client personnel
• Contribute to business development efforts by preparing proposals, pitch materials, and client presentations

• Master’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Analysis or Business Planning/Financial mathematics
• 3-5 years of experience in the field of transaction support (preparation of due diligences), accounting, banking or mergers & acquisitions (Big4 experience is considered an advantage)
• Professional accounting designation i.e. ACCA, CFA is considered an advantage
• Familiar with advanced concepts of accounting including IFRS
• Ability to analyze financial and non-financial information to formulate views and conclusions.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking
• Diligent approach and dedication to all assigned tasks
• Excellent project and time-management skills
• Excellent presentation skills and experience with data visualization/presentation
• Ability to lead small teams and coach and develop junior team members
• Strong work initiative and the ability to adapt to new challenges and ideas
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Croatian and English
• Excellent MS Excel knowledge

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• 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.

Our unique combination of transformative strategy, transactions and corporate finance delivers real-world value – solutions that work in practice, not just on paper.

Your key responsibilities

• Delivering clients with quality, timely and responsive advisory services in the area of VAT and other indirect taxes.
• Supervise the work and development of junior tax professionals
• Demonstrate an understanding of complex indirect tax concepts and discuss complex indirect tax issues with the engagement team and client
• Be informed of current tax developments and effectively apply tax knowledge to client situation
• Thoroughly and accurately analyse information and prepare practical and effective approaches to the client's tax situation
• Participate in and contribute to achieving team goals

• Strong technical skills in indirect tax (VAT primarily) and keen to develop further
• Building effective long-term relationships with our clients and understanding their unique needs to provide tailored service
• Team player with ability to build effective relationships at all levels
• Excellent communicator in a range of situations both written and oral
• Ability to identify areas of risk, carry out an effective review and know when to refer upwards
• Client focused and commercially aware
• Ability to solve problems creatively and pragmatically
• Ability to coach and develop more junior tax members of the team

• University degree (degree in Accounting, Auditing or Law is considered an advantage)
• A minimum of 3 years of related tax experience - working experience in one of Big4 companies or tax administration will be considered as an asset
• Experience with VAT is a strong preference
• Fluency in English language
• Good knowledge of MS Word and Excel
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Excellent communication and prioritization skills
• Strong teamwork and leadership/project management skills

• Very strong ambition and priorities related to professional achievements

• Support, feedback and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• Opportunity to work in tax projects at different industry sectors
• Opportunity to work in international environment

If you meet the criteria above, please apply only via application.

Your key responsibilities

• Delivering clients with quality, timely and responsive advisory services in the area of corporate income tax, VAT, withholding tax, transfer pricing and other corporate tax related taxes
• Demonstrate an understanding of complex tax concepts and discuss complex tax issues with the engagement team and client
• Be informed of current tax developments and effectively apply tax knowledge to client situation
• Thoroughly and accurately analyze information and prepare practical and effective approaches to the client's tax situation
• Participate in and contribute to achieving team goals

Skills and attributes for success

• Strong problem-solving skills
• Collaborative team player

To be considered for this role, you should have:

• A university degree (degree in Accounting, Auditing or Law is considered an advantage)
• 3-5 years of relevant professional experience
• Proficiency in English
• Solid knowledge of MS Word and Excel
• Excellent vebal and written communication skills

Ideally, you’ll also have

• A high level of ambition and a strong focus on professional growth and achievements

What we offer you

• Support, feedback and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• Opportunity to work in tax projects at different industry sectors
• Opportunity to work in international environment

Your Key Responsibilities

Your responsibility will include conducting forensic investigations of economic crime and, if necessary, working with clients' legal teams in dispute resolution. As an advisor to various organizations, you will play a key role in establishing and maintaining effective control mechanisms for managing risks associated with the prevention and detection of abuse.

You will work closely with other team members, together developing strategies that are in line with the highest standards and practices in forensic investigations as defined by ACFE. In addition, you will provide clients with expert advice in the field of risk management and abuse prevention, which will contribute to your professional advancement.

To qualify for the role you must have:

• A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in the field of forensic investigations, auditing, accounting, compliance, internal control, AML and CFT and/or risk management standards
• A higher education degree in accounting, finance, law, economics, business administration, or another relevant academic direction; a higher education degree in mathematics, computer science, and data science combined with professional experience in forensics is also appropriate
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in Croatian and English
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office programs with an emphasis on Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Understanding and experience with the analysis of accounting statements and financial information, processes, policies, and procedures
• Experience in data analytics and the use of analytical and AI tools is an advantage, as is knowledge in the field of abuse investigations

Additional Advantages

• Good prioritization, time management, and organization skills with overlapping projects
• Experience in team leadership and training colleagues
• Ability to adapt to new challenges and ideas
• Experience in providing professional services and market knowledge
• CFE/ACAMS/CIA/ACCA and/or other related qualifications
• Knowledge of foreign languages in addition to English (knowledge of the Slovenian language is an advantage)

Continuous Development and Education: Your Path to Professional Excellence

In our dynamic environment, continuous learning is of crucial importance. We offer you the opportunity to constantly develop your knowledge and skills, both through practical work experience and through obtaining professional licenses (e.g., ACCA, CFE, CIA, a multitude of internal trainings, and obtaining an MBA degree from an American university through EY). With us, you will build on your skills and cultivate a mindset that will equip you with the tools for future success.

Success, as You See It: Shape Your Future

With us, you will find the best forensic tools for detecting economic crime, such as Relativity and various systems for effective investigation of abuse in economic companies supported by AI technology. All this will enable you to leave your unique mark on the profession. Your career path will be tailored to your ambitions and vision of success.

A Diverse and Inclusive Environment: Express Your Uniqueness

Join a culture that values diversity and inclusion. Here you will be accepted as you are and encouraged to express your voice. Together we will create a space where everyone can contribute and help others find their place.

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.

• 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

• 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.

• 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

Your key responsibilities

As Senior Financial Controller you report to Head of finance and your main responsibilities include:

• You will be a key person for monthly, quarterly and year-end closing procedures, leading the management closing process in close collaboration with Head of finance,
• Develop and maintain relationships with budget owners, analyze and understand monthly revenue and expenditure variances,
• Coordinate and manage budget and forecast process with budget owners,
• Prepare reports for senior executives and stakeholders, and identify potential risks,
• Active participation in on-going finance related projects,
• Ensure adherence to all internal controls and policies of the company

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A master’s degree in finance and accounting
• Minimum 3-5 years of professional experience in a similar position
• Strong analytic and numerical skills are important, as well as technical skills in MS (Excel, Powerpoint, etc)
• Proficient English knowledge is mandatory

Ideally, you’ll also have

• SAP knowledge would be considered as an advantage
• Positive and proactive attitude, solution-oriented and strong delivery focus willing to lead a project

What we offer

• Support 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 an international environment

If you meet the criteria above, please apply only via application link no later than

EU Funds Junior Consultant will work with the Croatian ministries, public institutions and private sector clients in supporting the preparation and implementation of EU funded programs and projects. It's a highly varied area and you’ll always have opportunities to take on new challenges and responsibilities.

Your key responsibilities

• Working on consulting projects related to the following areas:
  • EU programs and projects preparation and implementation (various sectors), including preparation of Feasibility studies and/or Cost-benefit analysis
  • Capacity building of public institutions - process improvement, performance management, risk management etc.
• Information gathering tasks like interviews and surveys, reviewing existing research reports, performing workshops and conducting analytical tasks like data analysis and comparisons, cost benefit analysis, feasibility analysis etc.
• Screening of funding opportunities and summarizing most important information contained in the calls for proposals
• Preparation of power point presentations as a part of engagements’ delivery, as well as for business development purposes
• Public procurement related activities (preparing proposals for public procurement tenders; control of procurement process and documentation, preparation of tender dossiers etc.).

Skills and attributes for success

• University degree
• Knowledge related to EU programs and funding mechanisms
• Experience in preparation and/or implementation of EU funded projects is considered an advantage
• Experience in preparation of feasibility studies and/or cost-benefit analysis is considered an advantage
• Strong ambition and problem-solving skills
• Hard-working with a positive attitude and ability to work under pressure
• Excellent command of MS Office
• Excellent command of English and Croatian

What we offer you

• Support, feedback and coaching from engaging colleagues
• Opportunity to develop new skills and progress your career
• Opportunity to work in international environment

If you meet the criteria above, please apply only via application link.