#BT81113 Type: Full time

About Baker Tilly

Baker Tilly South East Europe is a leading firm of auditors, accountants, tax consultants and business advisors, operating in Cyprus, Bulgaria, Romania, Moldova and Greece. Country offices are independent member firms of Baker Tilly International; one of the top 10 largest networks in the sector.

We are committed to delivering exceptional professional services by fostering a high-performance culture rooted in integrity, technical excellence, and strategic insight. Our team combines deep local knowledge with international expertise, enabling us to provide tailored, forward-thinking solutions that support our clients’ business objectives. Continuous development, innovation, and cross-border collaboration are at the core of how we operate, ensuring that both our clients and our people stay ahead in a dynamic global environment.

Career Opportunities

We are pleased to invite applications from dynamic and experienced professionals for the position of Audit Director to join our expanding team in the Athens office as of Head of Audit. This is an exceptional opportunity for ambitious individuals, offering a unique opportunity to work on major client engagements in our Athens Office, providing invaluable international exposure and professional growth. We look forward to welcoming a talented leader who is eager to make a significant impact and achieve career advancement.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee audit engagements, including planning, execution and completion of audits.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with current and future clients, understanding their needs and proactively identifying opportunities to deliver tailored solutions.

• Identify new business development opportunities, prepare proposals and develop relationships with potential clients.

• Mentor, guide, and manage audit teams, ensuring they receive appropriate guidance and support while maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.

• Review the audit team’s work to ensure that deliverables adhere to Baker Tilly’s audit methodology, are completed within agreed timeframes and meet quality standards.

• Review audit files and working papers, ensuring they are accurate, complete, and in compliance with professional and regulatory standards.

• Deliver clear and insightful audit reports and financial statements to clients, along with practical recommendations.

• Proactively identify risks associated with client engagements and the audit process, implementing effective solutions to mitigate these risks and ensuring smooth project delivery.

• Foster cooperation and collaboration across Baker Tilly offices within the region.

• Lead, inspire and motivate the financial services audit team to achieve excellence.

• Engage in regional projects and initiatives with colleagues across South East Europe

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in any field of study

• Master’s degree in Accounting & Finance, or a related field, will be considered an advantage

• Holder of a related professional qualification (e.g. ACCA, ACA and SOEL)

• Certified Auditor in Greece (Ορκωτός Ελεγκτής) at the Director level will be considered an advantage

• At least 8-10 years of related experience in the Audit department of a leading audit firm, with at least 5 years in a management role.

• Results orientation, business development and strong negotiation skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Greek and English

• Computer literacy

Remuneration and Benefits

• A competitive salary and benefits package will be offered to the successful candidate, depending on qualifications and experience, with a remuneration package of €120,000 plus, that will include:

  • Telephone allowance

  • Housing Allowance

  • Annual Bonus

• Relocation expenses (if needed)

• Group Healthcare plan (Optional for all employees)

Application Process

If you are interested in joining our firm, please submit your interest by completing our online application here.

Baker Tilly is an equal opportunities employer.