senior financial analyst- financial advisory | financial & operational restructuring

Grant Thornton always focuses on providing clients with value-added, forward-looking advice. For this reason, a specific Financial Services Department has been established which combines expertise from all Assurance, Advisory and Tax Business Lines. This Department consists of dedicated and experienced executives who specialize in providing services to several dynamic organizations in the Financial Sector. Through a wide range of integrated services, we identify the needs of our clients and offer a genuine collaborative approach ensuring flexible solutions that can be applied immediately and effectively.

We do not stop designing new services and enhancing existing ones adapting to the challenging environment. Our key industry specific solutions can be summarized in the following groups of services:

• Financial Advisory

• Internal Audit & Compliance

• Portfolio Services

• Audit & Assurance

• Risk Services

• Tax & Outsourcing Services

• Operational Advisory

• Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG)

The Role in Detail

• Assisting in the day-to-day management of corporate turnaround, operational restructuring, and performance improvement projects. This includes liquidity management, financing, capital structure optimization, and cost reduction initiatives.

• Contributing to the design and implementation of cash flow forecasting models to support effective financial management.

• Leading the preparation of business plans, financial information packages, and management presentations to support strategic decision-making.

• Analyzing financial statements and operational data to enhance client liquidity, optimize credit availability, improve operational efficiency, and maximize shareholder returns.

• Utilizing financial and operational expertise to assess crisis situations, support business stabilization, and drive operational restructuring efforts, including cost optimization and process improvement.

• Assisting clients in identifying value creation and performance improvement opportunities within their organizations and developing actionable strategies to achieve operational excellence.

• Participating in a variety of advisory projects, including operational restructuring, with regular interactions with clients, banks, private credit funds, legal advisors, and other stakeholders.

• Proactively seeking challenges and opportunities to enhance individual and team strengths, expand skill sets, and foster a collaborative learning environment.

What You'll bring:

• 2-4 years’ experience in financial & operational restructuring and turnaround, pre-pack, out-of-court workout (OCW), M&A.

• Excellent academic background, including a Bachelor’s degree from a top tier university in Accounting / Finance / Banking / Economics, or other related field with a strong quantitative focus.

• Master’s degree or relevant professional qualifications (ACCA, ACA, CFA) in any of the above-mentioned disciplines will be considered a strong asset.

• Excellent written and verbal skills both in Greek and English.

• Advanced knowledge in MS Office packages, in particular MS Excel and PowerPoint.

• Knowledge of IFRS and Greek GAAP.

• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.

• Ability to work in a team and to tight deadlines.

• Strong problem-solving, attention to detail and project management skills.

• Effective communication and rapport building skills.

• Ability to develop and deliver high quality services and solutions.

• Motivation for career progression and development.

• Military obligations fulfilled (if applicable).

What’s in it for You?

At Grant Thornton Greece, we believe that great work deserves great rewards! Here’s what you can look forward to:

• 🌈 Diverse and inclusive workplace

• 🏋️‍♂️ Friendly, Dynamic Working environment

• 💰 Competitive Salary & Bonus

• 🩺 Insurance Program for all GT members

• 👩‍🏫 Fully funded Training & Professional Qualifications

• 🏖 Extra Days-off: August Freedays, Volunteering Days, Early leave days

• 🏃🏽‍♂️ Corporate Sports Teams (e.g., Running, Basketball, Volleyball)

• 🎁 Exclusive Discounts: Special offers and discounts for employees

• 🚗 Company Car (depending on job level)