Data Analytics Specialist - Associate (Assurance - Data Intelligence Delivery)

EY; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm in Malaysia is seeking a Data Analytics Specialist to join its newly established team. The role involves delivering high-quality analytics, managing engagement portfolios, and developing relationships with teams. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in relevant fields and knowledge of data analytics tools. This position requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills in a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, data analytics, or related fields.
• Understanding of business processes impacting financial reporting.
• Knowledge of data analytics software and visualization tools.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality tasks in line with EY's global methodology.
• Manage engagements through a web-based tracking site.
• Create standardized analytics delivery processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management skills

Innovative mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields

Tools

MS SQL Server

Alteryx

Microsoft Power BI

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Overview

The opportunities EY's commitment to the quality and integrity of our audits is exemplified by our global audit methodology and our thorough quality controls that are applied to every client engagement. Together with our substantial investments in technology, knowledge, and learning resources on behalf of our audit professionals, this commitment enables us to deliver quality assurance services to our clients and their stakeholders.

The use of data analytics and automation of processes is a key focus of EY’s Assurance practice and an integral part of the audit services we provide to our clients. The process to request, capture, transfer, transform and prepare client data for analysis is a foundational prerequisite to integrating analytics into the audit and is the central mission of our Data Intelligence Delivery (DID) team. The team collaborates with Audit teams to deliver in-depth data analysis across a variety of business processes, for a wide range of clients.

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for an exciting career opportunity as a Data Analytics Specialist to join our Malaysia DID team. The successful candidate will be joining a newly established and dynamic team, poised for growth as it supports the Malaysia Assurance business. The reporting line will be to the Malaysia DID lead.

Your key responsibilities

The candidate will be responsible for delivering the highest quality on every task assigned in line with EY Global review methodology and the expectations of the lead audit engagement teams.

• Work with engagement teams to create a repeatable analytics delivery process that allows teams to understand, cleanse and transform complex data sets to an easily digestible format through the use of data analytics tools.
• Manage a portfolio of engagements as assigned by the Malaysia Helix resourcing administrator through a web-based tracking site.
• Develop and maintain relationships with engagements teams and commit to create a common user experience through a standardized analytics approach.
• Complete data analytics projects based on engagement specification and escalate issues as and when required to the Data Delivery Operations Lead.
• Create working papers documenting the procedures performed in a concise and organized manner, and meet the requirements set forth in the audit methodology.
• Apply best practices in managing data efficiency throughout the data delivery process.
• Stay up to date with new analytics techniques, auditing and accounting standards which impact the use of data analytics in audit engagements.

What we look for

To qualify for the role, you must meet the following requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, management accounting, accounting technology, financial management, information systems, Data Analytics, Data Science or other related fields.
• A basic understanding of business processes and related risks particularly those that impact financial reporting.
• Basic understanding of working with remote desktop protocols, file shares and SQL servers.
• Relevant knowledge of data analytics software (e.g., MS SQL Server, Alteryx), is a plus.
• Relevant knowledge of data visualization tools (e.g., Spotfire, Microsoft Power BI) and other ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) specific tools (e.g. SAP, Oracle), is a plus.

Skills and attributes for success

• Strong analytical, innovative, resourceful and problem-solving skills
• Foster an efficient, innovative and team-oriented work environment.
• Good time and project management skills in handling multiple projects with conflicting demands, timeframes, and stakeholders.
• A team player with good interpersonal skills and an inclusive mindset to build relationships with engagement teams.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• An ability to function well in high pressure situations.
• Act with integrity within a professional environment.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below. Note: Candidates must be resident in Malaysia, or have the right to work in Malaysia.