Junior Internal Audit Consultant - Financial Services

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EY Consulting is a fast-moving, high-growth area within EY, and this with a huge potential for you. It offers variety, challenge, responsibility and the opportunity to realize your leadership potential. Our competency teams are focused on helping our clients to improve their business performance and operational efficiency, whilst managing risk. We help clients by delivering assessment, transformation and assurance solutions in specialty areas, like finance, strategic choices, risk management, cyber security and technology.
 

EY is the only major professional services firm with a dedicated financial services (FS) practice integrated in the EMEIA region. An international team of over 11000 professionals are working across borders for our clients in the financial sector: Banking, Insurance and Asset Management, in all service lines: Consulting, Tax, Strategy and Assurance.

The Opportunity: Your Next Adventure Awaits?

At EY, we have a growing Internal Audit practice: our dedicated professionals work with prestigious financial institutions (banks, insurance companies, asset management), helping them to identify and evaluate risks they are facing in their day-to-day activities as well as in their strategic initiatives. For this team, we are looking for a motivated junior consultant to join us.
 

We help our clients to identify and evaluate risks they are facing in their day-to-day business activities as well as strategic initiatives. The following are examples of topics and questions we assist our clients with:

• What are the issues the organization is facing while having implemented the agile way of working ?
• Are external suppliers (e.g. payroll) monitored from the selection until the termination of the contract ?
• Are invoices sent timely and accurately to the customers ?
• Are the organizations’ payment systems secured and meeting the customer’s needs ?
• Are the new technologies (artificial intelligence, robotics, etc.) in place to support the client’s strategy ?
• Is personal data protected from intrusions and external attacks?

Your Key Responsibilities

• Understand the client’s key business activities and use this information to determine the risks they are facing, in collaboration with the internal audit team;
• Establish structured review methods for the key topics identified in scope of the audit;
• Evaluate the financial and operational processes and activities at all levels of the organization;
• Review the suitability of these processes and assess their compliance with policies, procedures and regulatory requirements;
• Write reports to be delivered to the client’s C-suite and its stakeholders;
• As a member of the team, help to create a positive learning culture.

Your Profile 
You have/are:

• Bachelor or Master Degree in (Applied) Economics, Commercial Engineering, Computer Science, Finance, Accountancy, Commercial Sciences, Information Management...;
• Ability to perform effective research and convey complex topics in a clear, understandable manner;
• Fluency in Dutch and/or French, with proficient level of business English;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Strong team spirit, balanced by a healthy sense of autonomy;
• An analytical mind and an eye for detail, with accurate documentation capabilities;
• Eager to learn more about the Financial Services market in Belgium and beyond;
• Available to start in September 2025.

What’s In It For You

• EY Family – you become part of the EY Family providing you with all the necessary skills, training and opportunities; enabling you to grow to your fullest potential.
• Attractive remuneration package - We offer an attractive remuneration package; including a company car and charging card, iPhone plus subscription, health insurance, pension plan, meal vouchers, and eco vouchers. Thanks to our flex plan it is possible to choose what you value most.
• Flexible working arrangements - We are proud of our flexible working arrangements. We will actively support you in building a successful career and delivering excellent client service without sacrificing your personal priorities. We offer flexible working hours and working from home multiple days per week is possible.
• Inspiring work environment - At EY we are dedicated to providing you with an inspiring work environment. A work environment that allows you to further develop your skills and enables you to fulfill your true potential.
• Learning & personal growth - You will benefit from an onboarding program, receive extensive training and will be coached by a counselor. We offer a clear career path tailored to your unique skills with necessary guidance.
• Fun - By joining our EY- teams, you can participate in team activities, and companywide events and enjoy a drink during our monthly after-work drink.
• Sustainability - We have a fleet of hybrid and electric cars. Our flex plan makes it possible for you to choose the most sustainable option for you. You can also opt for a train subscription or lease a bike.
• Diversity & Inclusion - At EY we are passionate about the inclusion and support of individuals of all groups; we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or disability status.
• Location - All of our offices are easily accessible by public transport and/or by car and have parking space. They all have parking spaces and charging stations are provided.
• Best Workplace – You will be part of the 2023 number one rated Best Workplace (Great Place to Work).

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 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.