finance transformation project management consultant

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.

We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.​

Being part of EY in Greece means being part of a team which has been announced as Top Employer for the third consecutive year, certified as a Great Place to Work for a second year in a row, and awarded as Best Workplace in Professional Services & Consulting for the first time!

At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences through coaching and training programs as well as the use of advanced technology and AI. We’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams

Join our continuously growing team, which employs over 2.600 professionals in Greece, to experience great flexibility under our hybrid operating model across our offices in Athens, Patras, and Thessaloniki and help to build a better working world.

The opportunity

As a Finance Transformation Project Management Consultant, you will have an instrumental role in supporting the finance transformation journey of our clients by ensuring successful project execution of their strategic initiatives. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will provide expert guidance throughout partners update and optimize their finance operations.

Your key responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive project plans; identify and managing project dependencies and critical path tasks; define scope, schedule, budget, resource allocation and anticipate project risks

• Participate in the project's delivery lifecycle, which includes: understanding project objectives and requirements, participating in design, analysis and testing and supporting successful project delivery

• Monitor project progress against milestones using appropriate tools, implement effective mitigation strategies and contingency planning and resolve issues

• Review proposed modifications to project plans and initiate the change management process, facilitating approval and implementation by stakeholders

• Provide regular project progress report updates to clients and internal teams, highlighting strategic decisions to be made by client management and promptly addressing any concerns

• Determine success metrics for project participants and setting clear expectations for all parties involved

Skills and Attributes for Success

• Proactive mindset with strong planning, organizational and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work within project constraints, ensuring timely delivery of project milestones

• Excellent presentation, communication and interpersonal skills

• Detail oriented focus with a logical and methodical approach

• Positive attitude, team working and dedicated work ethic

• Commercial awareness, negotiation skills and ability to foster strong client relationships

• Excellent academic record, ideally including a postgraduate degree in Project Management, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field

• 2-5 years of Project Management experience in large projects

• Good working knowledge of finance technology (e.g., SAP, Budgeting and Planning or Treasury tools)

• Understanding of project management methodologies and tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Asana, Trello)

• Client facing ability and capacity to coordinate virtual teams

• Capacity to express ideas verbally and in writing, in a clear, concise, and professional manner (both in Greek and English)

Ideally, you’ll also have

• PMP, Prince II, or other project management certification

What We Look For

What’s most important is that you’re dedicated to working with your colleagues as part of a high-performing team. You’ll need to demonstrate enthusiasm, high-motivation, and passion to develop fast in a multinational working environment. You’ll need to thrive in picking up new skills and talents as you go, so natural curiosity, a lot of questions and the confidence to speak up when you see something that could be improved are essential. If you’ve got the right combination of technical knowledge and communication skills, this role is for you.

 What we offer you

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.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

To help create an equitable and inclusive experience during the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible about any disability-related adjustments or accommodations you may need.

EY  |  Building a better working world

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