EY Corporate Reporting Services Assistant Manager-Manager specialized IFRS 

Greece, Attica, Athens 

13397019

We are currently seeking professionals to strengthen our Corporate Reporting Services (CRS) and Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) teams. Our CRS and FAAS teams consist of a group of experts whose day-to-day activities exist in supporting fast growing companies to take the next step (e.g. being an IPO or sale to a third-party investor) while supporting our clients with their ongoing corporate reporting responsibilities. This involves among others, preparation of high-quality IFRS financial statements and other parts of their annual reports, complying with new and more complex IFRS accounting standards and IFRS sustainability standards, and meeting the demands of regulators who demonstrate heightened interest in corporate reporting, transparency and connectivity. At the same time, the increasing need for dealing with complex financial reporting issues and interpreting technical requirements along with compliance with the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is high on the agenda of our profession but also of big corporate and financial institutions.

Your key responsibilities

As Assistant Manager/Manager will support clients’ accounting advisory engagements, provide technical accounting support, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality work. This role requires strong technical knowledge of IFRS, project coordination skills, and the ability to mentor junior team members.

Skills and attributes for success

• Supporting in researching IFRS accounting issues
• Supporting in pre-issuance IFRS technical reviews on IFRS financial statements
• Fostering an efficient, innovative and team-oriented working environment by maintaining cooperative relationships that lead to open communications and sharing of information
• Ability to network effectively within large organizations and build relationships with colleagues and clients
• Building strong relationships with clients working collaboratively to achieve their goals
• Demonstrating positive attitude, professionalism, teamwork competences, project management and leadership skills and high level of self-motivation and desire to exceed expectations
• Illustrating critical thinking and ability to work in a multi-tasking and results-oriented working environment with keen attention to high quality and accuracy along with strong appetite for development
• Embracing technology to continually enhance service delivery

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Excellent academic background including a bachelor and/or master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration or other appropriate academic major
• Professional accountancy qualification or very close to gaining one (ACCA, ACA, CPA)
• Relevant working experience at a large accounting firm
• Very good IFRS knowledge, strong technical skills, ability to research IFRS technical issues and risk management ability
• Experience in performing IFRS technical analysis, making IFRS calculations and accounting entries for IFRS adjustments and preparing IFRS financial statements
• Strong analytical skills that enable you to think out of the box and ability to produce technical arguments and document solutions to complex accounting questions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Greek and English
• Project management skills and proven experience in managing demanding projects

What we look for

The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong Technical Knowledge and deep understanding of IFRS and GR GAAP, with the ability to research and interpret complex accounting principles.
• Project Management Ability ensuring meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality services
• Excellent communication skills and can build strong relationships with clients and collaborate effectively within teams.
• Eagerness to stay updated on emerging accounting topics.

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 other initiatives such as summer short Fridays and an EY Day Off.
• 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 3 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.

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