What if we didn’t focus on who you are now, but who you could become? 

Here at EY, you’ll have the chance to build a truly exceptional experience. We’ll empower you with the latest technology, surround you with high-performing teams, and provide the global scale and diverse and inclusive culture you need to discover your full potential. Through our on the job coaching and training programs, you’ll develop the skillsets you need to stay relevant today and in the future – all while building a network of colleagues, mentors, and leaders who will be on the journey with you at EY and beyond.

The opportunity: your next adventure

Are you interested in understanding businesses from different sectors of the economy through numbers? Would you like to start your career by building your capabilities in financial analysis? Then you should join our successful Nordic Transaction Diligence team at EY in Helsinki who excel at deep diving into companies’ financial performance in complex acquisition processes. Our team has a broad expertise across many different industries and clients and our business is rapidly growing. We are now looking for students working on their master’s degree to join our team.

As an Analyst Trainee within our Transaction Diligence team, you will assist in the preparation of client deliverables as well as gather, verify, and analyze information on companies as part of financial due diligence assignments. You will also participate in the communication with other stakeholders such as investment banks, strategy houses and law firms as part of a wider team of advisors to create value for our clients.

What we look for

• You have an agile, growth-oriented mindset. While your current knowledge and experiences matter, the right mindset and willingness to learn and grow are just as important in determining success. We’re looking for people who are innovative, can work in an agile way and keep pace with a rapidly changing world.
• You are curious and purpose driven. We’re looking for people who see opportunities instead of challenges, who ask better questions to seek better answers that build a better working world.
• You are inclusive. We’re looking for people who seek out and embrace diverse perspectives, who value differences and inclusivity, to build safety and trust.
• Qualifications:
  • You are studying towards a master’s or equivalent degree in the field of accounting, finance, economics or engineering
  • Genuine interest in accounting and finance and applying these skills in the transaction space
  • Analytical mindset and social intelligence in order to work in a multicultural and fast paced environment
  • On top of solid skills in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint) you have enthusiasm towards applying analytics (e.g. Alteryx, Power BI) and AI in your daily work

What’s in it for you

• Start your career by investing in your skills to understand businesses through numbers — a key skill in any future career for young professionals
• Broaden your horizons by working on highly integrated teams internationally as part of our wider Nordics transactions team and collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds — both professionally and culturally.
• Bring out the best in yourself with continuous investment in your personal well-being and career development.
• Develop your own personal purpose and help us create a positive ripple effect on our teams, our business, clients and society – building a better working world, together.
• Hybrid working model with modern facilities in the heart of Helsinki City

What you can expect

• To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter and transcripts by September 22, 2024 on our career website.
• Once you’ve applied, you’ll receive an invitation to our gamified ability test and on-demand video assessment. This is done in collaboration with our service provider, HireVue. Please note that the ability test and video assessment are part of the recruitment process and need to be completed in order to be considered in this process.
• Interviews will be conducted during October 2024.
• Ideally your internship would start during spring 2025. The start date can be separately agreed.
• For additional information, please contact Jukka-Pekka Kuljukka (+358 40 845 5702) on September 13, 2024 between 13-15 or Pipsa Oura (+358 50 564 5990) on September 17, 2024 between 9-12.

At EY we celebrate differences and support it. Our employees bring their authentic selves to work every day. We promote diversity of thought, culture and background, and are committed to creating an inclusive EY environment for all employees. EY is an equal opportunity employer for employees and applicants. EY encourages applications from all backgrounds related to gender, age, ethnicity, culture, race, religion and belief, nationality, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability in your recruitment process, you may contact us through the Talent Attraction and Acquisition specialist in this advert.

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