Join our continuously growing team, which employs over 2.500 professionals in Greece, and is listed in Greece's Top Employers, Great Place to Work and Best Workplaces for Women for 2024! Experience great flexibility, under our hybrid operating model across our offices in Athens, Patras, and Thessaloniki, while benefiting from personalized learning and career development opportunities. We prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering an environment where everyone's unique perspectives are valued, that supports you in building an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

The opportunity

As a Consultant within the Technology Risk Assurance team you will provide clients with reliable overview of their risk landscape and the controls in place. You will work with clients to help create trust and confidence in their financial reporting and internal control over financial reporting. Furthermore, you will provide assurance related to internal controls, and offer industry/sector insight and thought leadership with a focus on risk and control matters. Other areas of services include consulting work in cybersecurity, IT strategy, architecture and optimization, business continuity planning, IT Governance and IT service management, information systems requirements analysis, solution design, implementation support, and technology-related regulatory compliance.

Your key responsibilities

• Participating in IT assurance/audits by conducting client interviews, testing, and documenting the Test of Design and Test of Operating Effectiveness for General IT Controls (ITGCs) and Application Controls across a wide range of applications and operating system platforms.
• Supporting or leading the execution of audits/ assessments of IT processes against leading practices, frameworks and common standards (e.g. CoBIT, ITIL, ISO 27001/02)
• Participating in the design of audit procedures to effectively accomplish documented audit objectives. Conducting audit procedures across multiple platforms and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, such as Windows, SAP, Unix, Hyperion Financial Management, SuccessFactors, PeopleSoft, Oracle, and AS400.
• Participating in IT controls reviews, security assessments, and IT attestations to ensure compliance with various regulatory frameworks and industry standards (e.g., SOx, ISAE3402, SOC2), and providing recommendations for remediation actions.
• Assist in the preparation of reports for clients and key stakeholders.
• Contribute to developing and maintaining productive working relationships with client personnel.
• Working effectively as a team member - providing support, maintaining communication and updating senior team members and management on progress.
• Ensure client deliverables are on time and up to the expected standards.

Skills and attributes for success

• You will produce complete and accurate work by demonstrating strong analytical, problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Good organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and complete multiple complex projects under tight deadlines.
• An ability to interact with teams at all hierarchical levels.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively within a team.
• Ability to develop presentations that are clear and impactful, translating EY consulting services into meaningful valued propositions for clients.
• Strong attention to detail with a logical and methodical approach.
• Evidence of self-motivation to continuously expand technical and business skills in the area IT audit, information security and information technology in general.
• Excellent business acumen and commercial awareness.
• A logical and structured approach to challenges, projects and documentation.

To qualify for the role you must have

• University degree in information technology, business, accounting, engineering or other related field with strong quantitative focus.
• Graduate or with up to three years of experience in information systems audit/security and/or data analytics related area for IT Auditors.
• At least three years of experience for Senior IT Auditors.
• Willingness to learn and continuously expand technical and business skills in the area IT audit, information security and information technology in general.
• Excellent business writing and verbal communication skills both in Greek and English.
• Advanced Ms Office skills specially in Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong analytical skills and conceptual attitude.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally to meet client needs.
• A passion to provide high quality service to our clients.

Ideally, you'll also have

• Knowledge of IT architecture and network design, operating systems, database management systems, statistics, modelling and data analytics tools.
• Professional qualifications such as CISA, CRISC, CISM, COBIT, CDPSE, ISO 27001/02 or other related to IT audit/security.
• Understanding of business processes (e.g. Finance/Accounting, Procurement, Sales, etc.).
• Knowledge of basic principles of Accounting and Financial Reporting.
• Knowledge of business and accounting information systems (Accounting, Billing, Payroll, ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, etc.).

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

• Competitive remuneration package: You'll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Depending on your experience, our comprehensive rewards package includes benefits that suit your needs including cutting-edge technological equipment, ticket restaurant vouchers, a private health insurance scheme, life insurance, income protection and an exclusive EY benefits club that provides a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions.
• Flexible working arrangements: We operate under a hybrid working model, which is defined based on both your own preferences and team's needs, and we enjoy our summers with short Fridays.
• Personalized learning experience and career development: We provide free and unlimited access to educational platforms and EY Badges, support certifications, and provide coaching and feedback, as a part of our Leadership & Development process, all of which can lead to a meaningful impact and success as defined by you.
• 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.
• International Experience: Become part of international projects and work along multicultural teams, through our global network.
• Above all, you will be working in one of the most recognized employers in Greece, as we have been awarded the Top Employers, Great Place to Work and Best Workplaces for Women awards for 2024.

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

The exceptional EY experience. It's yours to build.

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