FULL TIME
L-IMSIDA, MALTA
FULL DAY
13 October 2026
Ref: 455120

EY Malta is seeking an experienced IFRS specialist to lead and grow our Financial accounting advisory services offering.

The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced IFRS specialist to lead and grow our Financial accounting advisory services offering. This is a senior role for a technically strong accounting professional with extensive IFRS experience and the ambition to become the market's trusted advisor on complex financial reporting matters. The successful candidate will act as an IFRS leader, supporting audit teams and clients on complex accounting issues, advising on significant transactions, and driving thought leadership in the Maltese market. The role offers the opportunity to build a market-leading IFRS advisory practice while working directly with CFOs, boards, audit committees, regulators, and other key stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Serve as a main point of contact for IFRS and financial reporting advisory services. Provide technical advice on complex IFRS matters, accounting transactions, restructurings, acquisitions, and capital market activities. Support audit teams on significant accounting judgements and financial reporting matters. Review technical accounting papers and financial statements. Monitor IFRS developments and advise clients on their implications. Deliver IFRS training and thought leadership to clients and professionals. Develop strong market relationships and establish us as a leading provider of IFRS advisory services. Identify and lead business development opportunities in accounting advisory. To Qualify for the Role Professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent). Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or a related field. 8-10+ years of relevant experience, including substantial IFRS technical advisory experience. Strong knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting requirements. Proven experience advising on complex accounting issues and business transactions. Strong leadership, stakeholder management and communication skills. Experience working directly with senior finance leaders and boards. Excellent written and verbal English skills. What We Look For We are looking for a highly respected technical accounting professional who combines deep IFRS expertise with commercial awareness, leadership capability, and a strong market presence. The successful candidate will be capable of becoming a recognised IFRS expert and a point of contact for clients and colleagues on complex financial reporting matters. The candidate will also be able to demonstrate sound judgement, strong relationship-building skills, and a passion for developing both people and business opportunities. What we offer We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Click here and apply today.

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Competencies

Validate internally generated schedules (production cost, ...). Draw up summary tables for results analysis
Check regularity and reliability of transactions. Check financial position of the organisation
Handle files, follow-up disputes of private persons or companies (investigating the balance, exemption procedure...)
Identify and disclose irregularities or inaccuracies determined during examinations or checks
Plan or execute audits of accounts in companies. Provide expertise on tax regulations
Check and record (entry of customer payments, drafting invoices, reminders...) company income
Analyse reasons for losses and evolutions in financial resources and clients' accounts and present corrective measures
Administer clients' portfolio; present closed accounts and provide management advice
Carry out studies on: financial analysis
Provide economical and financial advice to companies. Promote your own service

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AUDITOR

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DRIV. LIC. B / B(auto) - CAR

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Salary: €50,000-95,000 per year

Ifrs Specialist

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