Senior Staff Accountant - Center of Excellence - Assurance

EY; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm in Halifax is seeking an Auditor to analyze business and financial processes, identify risks, and assist clients with internal control improvements. Candidates should possess a Business degree and have 3-5 years of auditing experience. Strong communication, project management, and teamwork skills are crucial. The firm values inclusivity and offers a supportive environment for professional growth, making this a great opportunity for individuals ready to take their career to the next level.

Benefits

Support and coaching from engaging colleagues

Learning opportunities for skill development

Flexibility in handling your role

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience working as an auditor.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills in English.
• A dedication to teamwork and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business and financial processes to identify risks.
• Perform audit procedures to identify errors and misstatements.
• Assist clients in strengthening internal controls.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Excellent teamwork skills

Project management skills

Integrity within a professional environment

Desire to learn and mentor others

Education

College and/or University degree/diploma in Business

Job description

Overview

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. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

From small businesses to some of the world’s best-known brands, our clients count on reliable financial statements, information and processes to inform their ongoing strategies. More than ever, business is about interpreting and reacting to complex data — and they look to us for advice and services they can trust every time. You’ll use your professional skills and experience to make it happen, handling complex audit procedures across a broad range of industries and responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze business and financial processes to identify risks and improvements in the controls frameworks for the various processes.
• Perform various substantive and analytical procedures to identify errors and/or misstatements.
• Assist clients in strengthening internal controls and business performance.
• Ensure high quality in client service informing supervisors of engagement status and managing staff performance.
• Demonstrate and apply strong project management skills, inspire teamwork and responsibility with engagement team members, and use current technology and tools to enhance the effectiveness of deliverables and services.
• Maintain long-term client relationships and networks.
• Oversee and review staff work products to ensure high quality and support mentorship and growth of team members.

Skills and Attributes for Success

• College and/or University degree/diploma in Business.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable working remotely.
• Excellent teamwork skills.
• Demonstrated integrity within a professional environment.
• Desire to learn and to coach/mentor others through their learning journey.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience working as an auditor.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills in English.
• A dedication to teamwork and leadership.
• Integrity within a professional environment.

Benefits

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry.
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career.
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you.

Inclusiveness at EY

Inclusiveness is at the heart of who we are and how we work. We’re committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advancing gender equity and women in leadership, advocating for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, promoting our neuroinclusion and accessibility initiatives, and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation. Our diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.