senior auditor

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 continuously growing team, which has been announced as Top Employer for the fourth consecutive year, certified as a Great Place to Work for the third year in a row, and awarded as Best Workplace in Professional Services & Consulting for the second consecutive time, for our almost 3,000 professionals!

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 us as we commemorate 100 years of EY in Greece this year. Experience great flexibility under our hybrid operating model across our offices in Athens, Patras, Thessaloniki and Crete and contribute to building a better working world.

The opportunity

This is a great opportunity to join the fast-growing Audit practice in Athens. You will be part of a team where you will receive exposure to some of EY's most diverse and exciting clients and be given all the skills, knowledge and opportunities to progress and become ready to build a better working world for our people, our clients and our communities. Through our modern Audit approach, you’ll experience how we’re transforming the way audit is done and expanding the purpose it serves. By combining AI, cutting-edge technology, meaningful data and human insight, you’ll be part of delivering high-quality audits that enhance transparency and build trust. Our EY Audit teams have one compass: to secure trust and assure the future!

Your key responsibilities

As a Senior Auditor, you will work on various Audit engagements in different industry sectors (Core/Shipping/FSI) in which EY is acknowledged as a market leader. You will become a credible Auditor, influencing clients and engagement teams on resolutions that will impact entire sectors by: 

• Leveraging AI and technology solutions to offer high-quality deliverables

• Leading day-to-day fieldwork and keeping engagement executives updated on Audit engagements

• Effectively completing Audit processes with appropriate consideration of Audit risk issues and accounting technical matters

• Embracing technology for a more efficient and effective Audit approach

• Constantly developing your understanding of current market and industry trends and processes and sharing your knowledge to develop junior colleagues by providing on the job training on Audit skills and industry matters

• Understanding our clients’ unique ambitions and needs and demonstrating a dedication to continually improve our services and broaden our business relationships where possible

• Actively tracking developments on financial reporting frameworks (IFRS, and/or US GAAP) to demonstrate exceptional technical expertise to clients and engagement executives

Skills and attributes for success

• Fostering an efficient, innovative and team-oriented working environment

• Demonstrating positive attitude, professionalism, teamwork competences, project management skills

• Illustrating critical thinking and ability to work in a multi-tasking and results-oriented working environment with keen attention to high quality and details

• Using technology to continually enhance service delivery

To qualify for the role, you should have

• Extensive Audit working experience with a proven track record of outstanding performance

• Excellent academic background including a bachelor and/or master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration or other relevant academic major

• Professional accountancy qualification or working towards gaining one (ACCA, ACA, CPA, SOEL)

• Substantial knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook applications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Greek and English

• Flexibility to travel in accordance with client and other job requirements both locally and internationally

Ideally you will also have

• Experience with reporting requirements for EU listed companies

• Experience with reporting requirements (SEC, SOX 404) for US listed companies

• Prior working experience in one of the big audit firms

What we look for

We are interested in highly motivated candidates with a creative vision and the confidence to make it happen; candidates who can integrate with and influence clients from a varying range of organizations, as part of a diverse and highly driven team. If you are looking to develop your career within a truly dynamic team, where you will make a measurable difference across some of the most prestigious businesses around, this role is for you.

Working location: Athens (hybrid)

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 various getaways such as short Fridays, Flex Day and Together Day. 

  • 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 4 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.