The opportunity
We’re looking for an incumbent who is competent enough to provide advisory services including Accounting support on technical and special matters including GAAP Conversion, accounting policy support, new accounting standard implementation (end to end), and Disclosure support for IFRS / USGAAP. The incumbent will work for top global clients across a wide variety of markets and industry sectors.
As part of our EY GDS Assurance Team, the individual will be responsible for working closely with FAAS Managers and Senior Managers on client engagements across Americas, EMEIA or APAC.
Your key responsibilities
- Manage quality of service delivery
- Ensure quality in delivering client service by directing daily progress of fieldwork, informing Supervisors of engagement status
- Follow through on client requests in a timely fashion, and manage expectations regarding the timing of deliverables and reports
- Explain the client's critical success factors to the engagement team.
- Working directly with the onshore engagement team on a daily basis to deliver work to onshore clients;
- Demonstrate a good understanding of accounting concepts; stay informed of professional standards and firm policies (, guidelines of the EY FAAS Policy Manual); and effectively apply this knowledge to moderately difficult and / or complex client situations
- Identify engagement and client service issues. Research and benchmark client data to industry data.
Explain the client's critical success factors to the engagement team.
tactical insights and tactical insights to disclosures.Apply independent and objective professional judgment in applying accounting standards to meetengagement expectations, including regulatory requirements.
Demonstrate a good understanding of accounting concepts; stay informed of professional standards and firm policies (, guidelines of the EY FAAS Policy Manual); and effectively apply this knowledge to moderately difficult and / or complex client situationsCoordinating with on-shore technical accounting teams to understand their accounting issue(s) and provide research assistance on an as-needed basis on GAAP and IFRS accounting pronouncements.Demonstrate knowledge on special accounting matters, new accounting pronouncements, technology oriented solution driven by accounting as a functional expertiseCustomize each presentation to the acquisition’s specific attributesWork on a variety of corporate finance transactions in all stages, from initial client pitches to transaction closingReceive direction from the Manager, Senior Manager and PartnerMaintaining a relationship approach with senior Stakeholders, interpreting feedback on key business developments / risks and understanding the Clients' marketplace in order to address their needs, while delivering 'one voice' to the client in all communications and correspondenceKeeping abreast of pertinent industry, regulatory and business practices, driving oversight of regulatory adherenceInitiating ongoing improvements by exploring, identifying, and implementing reporting, analysis, and process solutionsCo-ordinating activities between small teams on projects to deliver tasks, including providing guidance and feedback to junior team membersUndertaking 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 clientsContributing to the growth of the practice by providing input to EY Point of views, development of solutions, engagement tools and enablersSkills and attributes for success
Good understanding of IFRS / US / UK GAAP and International auditing standards.Coordinating with on-shore technical accounting teams to understand their accounting issue(s) and provide research assistance on an as-needed basis on GAAP and IFRS accounting pronouncements.Primary responsibility for project management in connection with project role and responsibilities, ensuring relevant information flow and appropriate coordination between cross-functional team members within the finance functionWork on a variety of accounting matters through all stages, from initial client pitches to audit closingStrong written and verbal communication, presentation and technical writing skillsAbility and comfort level in researching client inquires and emerging issues, including regulations,industry practices and new technologies
Flexibility and willingness to travel on short notice, as necessaryWorking experience in relation to the following services / solutions (at least three) :GAAP conversions and implementation of new accounting standardsDrafting and designing accounting policiesTechnical accounting research and adviceConsolidation and Compilation supportGovernance review SupportDisclosure SupportProfessional experience
Typical experience may include, whilst not limited to :
Experience of working in an advisory role.Manage a team of 10+ peopleAdvanced skills and experience with : technical accounting matters, whitepapers on significant issues like consolidation, IFRS 15, 16, etcGAAP Conversion through different GAAPs not limited to IFRS and USGAAPHands-on consulting experience at a Big 4, or top tier consulting firmTo qualify for the role, you must have
Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA (US) or ACCA (UK)6-10 years (post qualification) in Assurance including at least 3+ years of Financial Accounting and \Advisory experience
Ideally, you’ll also have
Interest in business and commerciality.What we look for
A Team of people with commercial acumen, technical experience and enthusiasm to learn new things in this fast-moving environmentAn opportunity to be part of a market-leading, multi-disciplinary team of 7200 + professionals, in the only integrated global assurance business worldwide.Opportunity to work with EY GDS Assurance practices globally with leading businesses across a range of industriesWhat working at EY offers
At EY, we’re dedicated to helping our clients, from start–ups to Fortune 500 companies — and the work we do with them is as varied as they are.
You get to work with inspiring and meaningful projects. Our focus is education and coaching alongside practical experience to ensure your personal development. We value our employees and you will be able to control your own development with an individual progression plan. You will quickly grow into a responsible role with challenging and stimulating assignments. Moreover, you will be part of an interdisciplinary environment that emphasizes high quality and knowledge exchange. Plus, we offer :
Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues aroundOpportunities to develop new skills and progress your careerThe freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for youAbout EY
As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. And with a commitment to hiring and developing the most passionate people, we’ll make our ambition to be the best employer by 2020 a reality.
