Tragedy when a 33-year-old Ernst and Young worker is found dead in the company’s Sydney office, after working until midnight after having a drink at a popular bar.
- Body of 33-year-old Ernst & Young worker found dead on company premises
- Woman discovered on Saturday night five hours after leaving a drinking event
- Ernst & Young will review its work and social culture after tragedy
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Accounting giant Ernst & Young was left in shock after a 33-year-old employee was found dead at its premises after returning to work from an after-hours drinking session.
Police and emergency services at around 12:20am on Saturday were called to the company’s building on George St in central Sydney, where they found the woman’s body.
The staff member went for work drinks at the Ivy nightclub in Sydney’s CBD at 5:30pm before leaving two hours later to return to the office.
A 33-year-old Ernst & Young worker was found dead at the accounting giant’s Sydney offices shortly after midnight on Friday.
Police declined to comment further on the incident, but The Australian reported that a review of security footage did not show the woman to be noticeably intoxicated.
August is considered peak auditing season for those who work at one of the ‘big four’ accounting firms like Ernst & Young.
This can put severe stress on auditors who may have put in many hours to complete work ahead of deadlines.
As a result of the tragedy, the company will begin a “comprehensive and wide-ranging internal review encompassing health and safety, social events in relation to our staff,” EY CEO and Regional Managing Partner David Larocca said. it’s a statement.
Police and ambulance responded to the scene at around 00:20 on Saturday and a forensic report is being prepared.
“Our Director of Mental Health will be part of an ongoing review and has been instrumental over the weekend in providing ongoing advice and guidance.”
Staff are offered support to deal with their shock and grief.
“Advice has been offered to all staff and team members,” said Mr. Larocca.
‘We have an Employee Assistance Program in place that is available 24/7 to our people and their families, as well as on-site counseling services.
“We are deeply shocked and saddened by the tragic events of the weekend.”
The woman had attended an after-hours social event at the Ivy nightclub in central Sydney before returning to the office.
The firm is now assisting police with their ongoing investigation, however investigators are not treating the case as suspicious.
“Our hearts go out to the family and we have reached out to offer our support and condolences,” Larocca said.
A report will be prepared for the coroner.
For 24-hour confidential support in Australia, call Lifeline on 13 11 14.
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