At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.The exceptional EY experience. It's yours to build.EY focuses on high-ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities.This position could be located in NY, IL.At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.When our clients are facing complex finance and controllership issues, they look to us to get it right. Whether weighing the pros and cons of business transaction structure alternatives or tackling various technical accounting and financial reporting projects, we provide the answers to the important questions. The opportunity Our Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) team is growing rapidly, and as a Senior in our Technical Accounting Advisory Group (TAAG) group, you will play a key role in that growth. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and regulatory requirements. As part of the TAAG team, you will provide technical support and guidance to our clients on complex accounting matters involving various transaction structures under US GAAP, IFRS, or other regulatory standards.Your key responsibilities
Provide advice on the application of accounting standards and financial reporting requirements.
Assist clients with the implementation of new accounting standards
Analyze financial statements and related disclosures to ensure compliance with GAAP, IFRS, SEC, and other regulatory bodies.
Conduct research on technical accounting issues and prepare memos and whitepapers to support conclusions.
Collaborate with audit teams to address and resolve accounting issues identified during the audit process.
Develop and deliver training sessions on technical accounting topics for clients and internally
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of emerging accounting pronouncements and industry trends.
Support clients with mergers and acquisitions, IPOs, divestitures, and other business combinations by providing technical accounting support
Support project teams within FAAS and cross service line with technical accounting components of engagements involving tax, M&A, subledger implementation, SOX 404 implementation and remediation, financial statement remediation, and GAAP conversions
Liaise with clients' finance and accounting teams to provide recommendations for process improvements and best practices.
To qualify for the role you must have
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license is required.
Minimum of 6 years of experience in accounting, with a focus on technical accounting in a Big 4 or large regional firm or accounting policy department in the financial services industry
Strong understanding of GAAP, IFRS, SEC reporting, and other financial regulations.
Proven ability to interpret and implement new accounting standards.
Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex accounting concepts to non-technical audiences.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with accounting software and systems.
What we offerWe offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being. Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.What we offerWe offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $111,600 to $204,500. The salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $133,900 to $232,500. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year. Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate.Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.For those living in California, please click here for additional information.EY is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law. EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3, select Option 2 for candidate related inquiries, then select Option 1 for candidate queries and finally select Option 2 for candidates with an inquiry which will route you to EY’s Talent Shared Services Team (TSS) or email the TSS at [email protected]