Senior Associate - MENA General Ledger (GL) Support - Karachi

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm seeks a Senior Associate for MENA General Ledger support in Karachi. This role involves utilizing SAP for finance modules, overseeing GL functions, and ensuring accuracy through compliance reconciliations. Candidates should possess strong problem-solving and analytical skills, along with a finance-related degree and 4+ years of experience in a professional services setting.

Benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Flexible working tools

Coaching and leadership development

Diverse and inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in a professional services environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills for relationship building across the firm.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Utilize SAP across finance modules and manage offshore work.
• Oversee GL functions and participate in improvement initiatives.
• Conduct reconciliations for accuracy and compliance.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Finance-related degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

SAP

Job description

Overview

MENA General Ledger (GL) Support – Senior Associate

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world.

Opportunity Overview

As we implement the Next Wave Strategy across EY, our MENA Service Lines are embarking on an exciting journey with a bold purpose: to build a better working world by transforming businesses through the power of people, technology, and innovation. In this context, the role of a General Ledger (GL) professional becomes increasingly vital to ensure accurate representation of firm liabilities and a clear balance sheet reflecting vendor positions. To support the expansion of our MENA service lines, we are seeking additional expertise in the GL function.

Key Responsibilities

• Proficiently utilize SAP across all finance modules, demonstrating a solid understanding of ERP/SAP systems.
• Manage offshore work effectively, collaborating with the wider finance community across various Middle East (ME) offices from our Karachi location.
• Independently oversee GL functions while actively participating in and leading improvement initiatives over time.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of and adherence to all finance policies and processes.
• Serve as a primary resource for GL-related inquiries within the designated location.
• Conduct periodic reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Skills and Attributes to Success

• Strong problem-solving abilities with a knack for providing credible solutions.
• Confidence to challenge the status quo when necessary.
• Exceptional analytical and numerical skills, ensuring a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Effective time management skills, capable of balancing multiple priorities while assessing risk, importance, and urgency.
• Eager to learn quickly, take initiative, and share knowledge with others.
• Well-developed listening skills, with the ability to apply judgment and seek guidance when escalation to a functional expert is warranted.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, preferably in a fast-paced professional services environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels within the firm.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with a detail-oriented approach to analyzing and solving complex issues.
• A finance-related degree, progress towards an accountancy qualification, or experience in a professional services or consultancy setting.
• Innovative, confident, and creative thinker with the ability to make swift decisions.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Experience in budgeting and account forecasting.
• People management and development experience.
• Strong understanding of market activities and business-related experience.

What We Look For

We seek individuals who excel in listening, collaboration, influencing, and commercial acumen. The ability to thrive in a dynamic, diverse, and multicultural environment, while maintaining exceptional quality and passion for your work, will set you up for success in this role.

What we offer

• 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.

Note: If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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