GRC & Internal Audit Senior Associate (Core Industries)

Job Description & Summary

We are a team that turns complexity into opportunity. We look for those who anticipate shifts before they happen, challenge how things are done, and bring the experience to create real change.

SHAPING TOMORROW  

Make a real impact, today, and tomorrow, through work that matters. Here, you will tackle today’s toughest challenges with a future-focused mindset; so our clients turn to us first when it matters most.   
 

Make a real impact  

In this dynamic environment, we are looking for an ambitious and self-driven Senior Associate to join our Governance, Risk, Compliance and Internal Audit (GRC & IA) Consulting team in Athens.  

• Deal effectively with ambiguous and unstructured problems and situations across various sectors (e.g. Manufacturing, Retail, Consumer Goods, Construction, Pharmaceuticals) 

• Work in a team towards the efficient and timely delivery of client engagements, taking ownership for one or more workstreams/assignments  

• Application of common sense / commercial awareness / knowledge obtained during the project to assess the quality and reliability of information supplied  

• Initiate and lead open conversations with teams, clients and stakeholders to build trust   

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key client contacts  

• Participate in proposal development efforts for client engagement opportunities    

• Contribute to an environment where people and technology thrive together 

What you bring matters  

• Three (3) to six (6) years of professional experience in Internal Audit, Risk Management, Compliance or related advisory roles, preferably within a Big4 or similar consulting environment 

• Bachelor’s / Master’s degree from a top-tier university in Business Administration, Management, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or another related field (degree in Internal Audit or Risk Management will be considered an advantage) 

• A relevant professional qualification (CIA, CRMA, etc.) will be considered as an advantage  

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

• Excellent computer skills, proficient use of MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)  

• Experience with data analysis tools such as Alteryx, PowerBI, Tableau, ACL, QlikView or similar will be considered as an advantage  

• A confident and positive attitude, focused on teamwork and communication with colleagues and clients at all levels  

• Ability to synthesize multiple and disparate sources of information into a coherent and compelling point of view  

• Proven experience in planning, executing and reporting internal audit engagements (risk‑based approach, scoping, fieldwork, reporting, follow‑up) 

• Solid knowledge of internal control frameworks (e.g. COSO) and internal audit standards (IIA), with the ability to assess the design and operating effectiveness of controls 

• Hands‑on experience in documenting and evaluating business processes and controls (e.g. walkthroughs, flowcharts, narratives, control matrices) 

• Strong understanding of key business cycles (Purchase-to-Pay, Order-to-Cash, Record-to-Report, Payroll, Inventory, Treasury) and related risks and controls 

• Ability to draft clear, concise and insightful audit findings and recommendations and to present them to clients’ management 

• Experience in supervising and coaching junior team members, reviewing their working papers and providing feedback 

• Experience in managing day‑to‑day client interactions and contributing to the maintenance of strong client relationships 

BRING YOUR BEST, EVERYDAY  

Your skills, integrity, and curiosity make the difference. At PwC Greece, we match that with an environment that brings out your best every day – supported by people who inspire, challenge, and grow with you.    

What we offer goes beyond a competitive package. It’s about creating the conditions for you to learn, belong, and deliver impact. That means:   

• Your work life-balance supported by a hybrid working model   

• Your creativity sparked in collaborative office spaces   

• Your career growing through local and global opportunities   

• Your development advanced with continuous learning and professional certifications  

• Your well-being cared for with extra leave days and wellness initiatives  

• Your perspective valued in an inclusive team where your impact matters  

   
Want to unlock new value by applying your unique perspective and talents? At PwC Greece, you lead by example. Our standards for quality and care are high – and together we surpass them. We redefine possibilities for our clients and communities.  

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All applicants will be acknowledged and treated in the strictest confidence.