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EY GDS - Assurance FAAS - Manager
As part of our EY-Assurance FAAS Team, the Manager will be responsible for working closely with FAAS leadership, Partners, Senior Managers, Assistant Managers, Seniors and Staff on client engagements across Americas and EMEIA.
The opportunity
We are looking for a professional to join EY FAAS, having expertise across the FAAS solutions and specifically for engagements related to Transactions
The Manager should be competent to manage a portfolio of clients and be responsible for the timeliness and quality of the work as per EY Global Standards for our FAAS team. While the Manager will be based out of one of our EY GDS locations globally, the individual will be responsible for supporting EY practices and clients across the Global Market. Also, the individual could be required to travel to other countries (short-term) for executing the client engagements.
- Your key responsibilities;
Lead global or domestic client service teams to execute the following FAAS solutions :
Accounting and PMO support for transactions such as purchase price accounting, divestiture / carve-out accounting, IPOs, SPACs and / or Fresh start (Bankruptcy) accountingPreparation of financial statements / MD&AGAAP conversionAccounting policy and governanceTechnical accounting research and advisoryRemediation and readinessOrganizing and providing technical trainingAddressing service delivery quality issuesManage and develop people
Lead a team of Assistant Managers and Seniors and make sure the team delivers high–quality work, as per EY Global methodology, on time and to budgetConduct FAAS team performance reviews, serve as a positive leader and mentor, and contribute to the team performanceIdentify development opportunities and training needs for high performing Assistant Managers, Seniors or Staff.Manage business and clients
Actively support the Americas or EMEIA FAAS leadership both in terms of growth as well as quality initiativesEnhance relationships with global teams and leverage connections to identify opportunities for work at the GDSApply independent and objective professional judgment in applying accounting standards to meet engagement expectations, including regulatory requirements.Demonstrate a good understanding of accounting concepts; stay informed of professional standards and firm policies (e.g., guidelines of the EY FAAS Policy Manual); and effectively apply this knowledge to moderately difficult and / or complex client situationsUndertaking practice development activities including contributing to thought leadership pieces, running industry events, delivering training, or managing team communicationsContributing to business development activities to help identify and research opportunities on new / existing clientsSkills And Attributes For Success
Expert knowledge of IFRS or US GAAP and International accounting standardsExtensive hands–on experience in the following areas :Transaction accounting and reporting – IPO's, SPACs, Carve Outs, PPA etcGAAP conversions and implementation of new accounting standardsDrafting and designing accounting policiesTechnical accounting research and advisoryConsolidation and compilation supportFinancial statement close process supportFlexibility and willingness to travel on short notice, as necessaryStrong written and verbal communication, presentation and technical writing skillsTo qualify for the role, you must have
Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA (US) or ACCA (UK)6–10 years of post–qualification experience in assurance or finance controllership roles, including 2+ years of Financial Accounting and Advisory experienceCandidates with prior Big 10 experience would be an added advantageEY | Building a better working world
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Skills Required
Us Gaap, International Accounting Standards, Ifrs