Senior Consultant - Financial Accounting and Advisory Services-Transactions

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Toronto; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial consulting firm in Toronto seeks a Transactions Senior Consultant to join their Financial Accounting Advisory Services team. In this role, you will support clients in optimizing financial processes and achieving their transactional goals. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical background, project management experience, and excellent communication skills. The firm offers comprehensive benefits and personal development opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage

Mental health benefits

Generous time off

Qualifications

• Professional designation (CA, CPA) in-progress or completed.
• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to business development and client management.
• Help clients achieve transaction and process optimization goals.
• Utilize technology to enhance client service delivery.

Skills

Identification and assessment of business needs

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills for business case modeling

Experience in process optimization

Project management skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in relevant field

Tools

Modelling and process management tools

Process flowchart software (e.g. Visio, LucidChart)

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

The opportunity

As a Transactions Senior Consultant, you will be a professional member of our Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) team. FAAS operates principally through 4 main pillars: Enhanced Corporate Reporting & Accounting, Finance Optimization, Treasury Management and Transactions Advisory. We understand the evolving role of the CFO and the Finance function, and work with our clients to automate and streamline efficiency, control, and compliance functions, while simultaneously improving the value Finance provides to the organization. Together with our substantial investments in technology, knowledge, and learning resources available to our advisory professionals, you will be part of the team that delivers fit for purpose financial advisory services to our clients and their stakeholders.

Your key responsibilities

As a Transactions Senior Consultant, you will be an active contributor to teams focused on the growth and development of our Transactions service pillar including business development, client relationship management, opportunity management and client-facing engagement delivery. You will help finance leaders meet challenges that their teams are currently facing. You will work with them to achieve their potential transaction, acquisition, divestiture, process optimization, and process digitization objectives. You will offer them innovative advice for optimizing processes, using cutting-edge technologies and creating value for their organizations.

Skills and attributes for success

• Identification and assessment of business and operational needs, development of solutions tailored to client needs, assessment of the Finance function, performance of operations diagnostics, optimization of financial processes, provision of tailored training, and other
• Prepare deliverables tailored to client needs
• Promote an innovative and team-oriented work environment
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with client management
• Understand the client’s industry and recognize key performance drivers, business and operational trends, and new technical and industry developments
• Stay informed of changing market conditions and new regulatory developments and their impacts on clients
• Attend training programs to continually develop skills
• Utilize technology to develop yourself, share knowledge with team members and enhance service delivery
• Maintain cooperative relationships and foster mutual support with other EY service line teams
• Strong spoken and written English skills; French language skills is an asset
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to maintain impeccable relationships with clients
• Deep knowledge of business trends, emerging technical and industry developments
• Excellent project management and leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and meet deadlines

What we look for

• Undergraduate degree in project management, business administration, operations management or industrial engineering
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
• Professional designation and/or qualification i.e. CA, CPA (completed or in-progress)
• Highly adaptable and open to change
• Integrity within a professional environment
• Knowledge/experience in several of:
• IPO readiness assessment and management of activities across the IPO lifecycle. Participation / involvement in an IPO would be an asset
• Planning and integration of acquisitions across all aspects of Organization / People, Process and Technology including both project management and execution
• Planning and management of disposals across all aspects of Organization / People, Process and Technology including both project management and execution
• Technical accounting experience in IFRS and US GAAP
• Audit or business (operational) experience in financial statement close and the application of Internal Controls over Financial Reporting, with a preference for experience
• with SOX 404 or NI 52-109 compliance

• Highly developed analytical skills focused on business case and financial modelling
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an ability to think critically and identify creative solutions outside of the box and thrive on new challenges
• Experience in process optimization or business analysis, including business process documentation
• Experience in process digitalization projects (dashboard, robotization, etc.)
• Experience in using the following tools and software:
• Modelling and process management tools
• Process flowchart software (Visio, LucidChart, etc.)
• Microsoft Officesuite

Leading and driving high-quality work products within expected timeframes and on budget

Knowledge and working experience on business processes including record to report, plan-to-perform, order-to-cash, and procure-to-pay an asset

The ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Excellent communication skills including verbal, written, and presentation

A high level of motivation and a self-starting attitude

A willingness to travel on short notice to meet client needs

Ideally, you’ll also have

• The ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic team-oriented environment
• The ability to develop relationships and rapidly build credibility and trust
• Demonstrated record of driving revenue within existing accounts and in developing new prospects within client organizations

What we offer you

The EY benefits package is designed to support your physical, emotional, financial, and social wellbeing. Our extensive benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage, as well as mental health benefits, a robust Employee Assistance Program and group savings plans to promote your overall wellbeing. We offer generous time off, including personal days, vacation days, and additional firm-wide holidays, along with the option to purchase extra vacation days. Employees can take advantage of EY\'s exclusive learning programs tailored just for them. We also provide internal opportunities for career development and advancement, enabling you to grow within the firm. Get involved in meaningful volunteering through EY Ripples and make a positive impact in the community.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

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