Experienced Fraud & Forensics Associate

About the role

PwC's Deals, Fraud & Forensics team in Athens is looking for an ambitious, self-driven Experienced Associate or Senior Associate. The team helps organisations manage risks related to fraud, disputes and other critical events, offering fraud investigations enhanced by eDiscovery and data analytics, and dispute resolution including commercial and M&A disputes and claim support.

Key responsibilities

• Work on high-profile assignments such as forensic investigations (financial statement fraud, asset misappropriation, procurement fraud, bribery and corruption, anti-competitive behaviour) and special reviews
• Carry out e-discovery procedures on mailboxes, laptops and mobile devices
• Quantify damages, loss of profit and claims
• Review non-permitted leakage and completion accounts after M&A closings
• Analyse business plans, forecasts and estimates and act as a Financial Expert witness in disputes and arbitrations
• Handle complex situations, conduct interviews and client meetings, and build long-term client relationships
• Coach junior team members and collaborate on cross-border engagements
• Help prepare pitches and presentations and contribute to product development for client engagements

Required profile

• 3-6 years of experience in a Big-4 or mid-tier firm in statutory, tax audit, internal audit, forensic investigations, dispute resolution, business recovery or similar fields
• Bachelor's or postgraduate degree in accounting and finance, forensic accounting, economics, engineering, business administration or a related field
• ACA, ACCA, CFE, CIA or equivalent is an asset; post-hiring enrolment in an ACA/ACCA programme is mandatory if not already in progress
• Experience in fraud investigations or fraud prevention controls is an asset but not required
• Military service fulfilled for candidates required to serve

Required skills

• Proficient MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) and interest in developing D&A tools (Power Query, Power Pivot, BI, Alteryx)
• Strong analytical, organisational and report-writing skills
• Clear verbal and written communication in English and Greek

What we offer

• Hybrid working model
• Career growth through local and global opportunities
• Continuous learning and professional certifications
• Extra leave days and wellness initiatives