Position: Assistant Consultant - Senior Consultant | Risk Advisory Services – Nicosia

The Accounting and Internal Controls department (under the Risk Advisory Services) is rapidly expanding, locally and in the region, and we are looking for a team of professionals, with a diverse range of background and experience, to join us at the levels of Assistant Consultant - Senior Consultants, in our Nicosia Office.

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The Team

Our wider Accounting & Internal Controls team helps clients address issues and operational risks, internal audit risk management and internal controls services. They team with clients to assist in process efficiency, fraud detection, operational quality, internal control, and regulatory compliance, helping them to better understand and manage risks, controls, and governance. This is a unique opportunity to engage in cross-border collaboration with Deloitte professionals across the Deloitte network, broadening your knowledge and building your competencies and skills.

The Role

• Participating in internal audit engagements to clients based in Cyprus and in the Middle East region, in line with Deloitte’s methodology, including development of Internal Audit Plans, preparation of Audit Programs and Working Papers, and reporting of identified deficiencies
• Reviewing and evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, and the quality of operating performance of key clients, primarily in the financial services industry
• Assisting in the preparation of risk assessments, at an entity and process level for key clients
• Reviewing and assessing the Internal Control Systems and Governance arrangements for key clients, identifying areas of potential efficiency improvements
• Participating in compliance, regulatory and other agreed upon procedures engagements
• Building strong working relationships with the client, ensuring any problems or requests are dealt with and escalated as applicable promptly
• Drafting proposals for prospective clients

Requirements

• Two (2) to five (5) years of relevant professional experience
• Possession of, currently pursuing or willingness to obtain a relevant professional qualification (e.g. CIA, ACA, ACCA, CFA)
• Undergraduate and/or Postgraduate degree from a reputable University in Mathematics, Statistics, Operational Research, Engineering or in Business Administration fields such as Finance, Economics, Management or in any related disciplines.
• Understanding of key financial industry regulations, investment management principles, products and financial instruments
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment; strong leadership and people management skills
• Ability to work under pressure and achieve results, whilst maintaining a professional, friendly and client focused approach
• Strong attention to detail with a curiosity to understand data
• Excellent analytical and report writing skills
• Excellent organizational and planning skills
• Strong multitasking, troubleshooting and problem solving skills
• Experience with using Teammate will be considered an advantage
• Strong computer literacy, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point
• Excellent command of the Greek and English languages, both verbal and written
• Willing to travel and possibly spend long periods of time working overseas (including in the Middle East)

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package
• Provident fund
• Medical coverage and life insurance
• Deloitte Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7/365 specialist counselling support
• Continuous professional development and accelerated career growth
• Flexible working hours and hybrid working
• Friday afternoon off throughout the year
• 34-hour week between July-September, including 2 afternoons off on Wednesday and Friday
• Public Holidays falling on weekends given as paid Wellbeing Day off on the Friday before
• Wellbeing Days Off throughout the year
• Special types of paid leave
• Dress for your day
• Free parking

Why Deloitte?

• Be the true you! We foster diversity and inclusion and encourage you to bring your authentic self to work. Explore, question and collaborate while building a career that inspires and energises you.
• Never stop growing! Diversity of thought makes us stronger. At Deloitte, we tailor a personalized learning experience, offering you the opportunity to grow at your own pace and achieve maximum impact.
• We practice what we preach! As a Purpose-led organisation, at the heart of everything we do is a set of timeless principles and unifying values.

Applications

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality. Interested applicants should apply through cydeloittecareers.com selecting the specific vacancy under ‘Vacancies at Deloitte’.

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