Experienced Forensics Assistant with Audit background

Job description

Despite the best efforts of regulators, internal controls and risk departments, corruption and corporate fraud continue to impact businesses and governments across the globe.  From asset misappropriation to financial statement fraud, no entity is immune. Society’s growing expectations in relation to Integrity, coupled with the increased transparency afforded by technology, pose an ever-changing landscape to all business leaders. When facing acts of fraud, government regulatory inquiries, major litigation or transactional disputes, clients know that we have the investigative experience they need, when they need it, where they need it.

 

The opportunity

 

Our Forensic & Integrity Services (Forensics) team is growing and as an experienced Assistant you will play a key role in that growth. Working with clients across all industries, you will develop innovative recommendations to some of the most complex fraud and corruption issues around. Since we work with such a diverse portfolio of clients across industries and geographies, you can expect to take on a wide range of prevention and detection projects, making this a great place to develop your skills and business knowledge. Sounds interesting?

Your key responsibilities 

 

As all clients have unique issues, it is no exaggeration to say you will never be doing the same type of client engagement for too long. You will work with our clients’ legal counsel, internal audit and compliance departments investigating complex issues and developing practical solutions that address operational challenges. You will also support our clients to proactively monitor and address important risks within their businesses.  It is all about using and developing your technical skills to creatively assess and resolve our clients’ needs from the front lines, producing robust deliverables which contribute to Building a Better Working World.  

Skills and attributes for success

 

•    Fostering an efficient, innovative and team-oriented working environment by maintaining cooperative relationships that lead to open communications and sharing of information
•    Demonstrating positive attitude, professionalism, teamwork competences, project management 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 details
•    Using technology to continually enhance service delivery

 

To qualify for the role, you must have

 

•    Up to 3 years of relevant Audit working experience in one of the big audit or mid-tier firms with a proven track record of outstanding performance
•    A professional accountancy qualification in progress (CA/ACCA/ACA or equivalent) 

•    Excellent academic background including a bachelor and/or master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration or other appropriate academic major 
•    Substantial knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook applications
•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Greek and English
•    Experience in understanding and analyzing company accounts and financial information, processes, policies and procedures
•    A curious, inquisitive mindset and enthusiasm for problem-solving
•    Confidence to support clients in situations with significant ambiguity and uncertainty
•    Knowledge on the fields of Investigations & Compliance
•    Enthusiasm for working across borders in an open and multi-cultural environment and flexibility to travel in accordance with client and other job requirements both locally and internationally (travelling is subject to Covid-19 limitations)

Ideally you will also have

 

•    Proficiency with other than English foreign languages 
•    ACAMS/CIA/CFE qualification 

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

 

What we offer 

 

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer: 

•     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. 

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

Join us in building a better working world.  Apply now.
 

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