Senior - GCC National - Financial Accounting & Advisory Services

EY; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

EY in Riyadh is seeking a Senior Consultant in Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) within Assurance. You will support clients in addressing accounting and reporting challenges, helping to strengthen finance functions and enable better decision-making.

You will lead technical work for financial and non-financial sectors, manage client relationships, supervise juniors, and present findings. Strong IFRS knowledge and regulatory awareness are essential, with consideration for Arabic

Qualifications

• Strong academic record including a degree.
• Professional accountancy qualification or working towards gaining one.
• 3–5 years of relevant work experience.
• Familiarity with IFRS and local GAAP standards.
• Understanding of risk-based auditing and risk and control strategies.
• Understanding of Q&RM procedures.
• Compliance with and understanding of regulatory requirements.
• Track record with a leading audit firm.

Responsibilities

• Lead in both financial and non-financial service sectors.
• Establish, maintain and strengthen client relationships; execute complex assurance procedures.
• Supervise junior team members and help define strategy.
• Present findings to clients and ensure work is properly planned, executed and documented per QRM guidelines.
• Coach and develop junior team members and foster a positive learning culture.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Risk-based auditing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (Accounting or related)

Professional accountancy qualification or pursuing

Job description

Senior - GCC National - Financial Accounting & Advisory Services

Location: Riyadh

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Requisition ID: 1756445

Senior Consultant – Financial Accounting Advisory Services

In Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) within Assurance, we assist our clients to address the accounting and financial reporting challenges facing their business. You will be part of a team that provides insight and services that accelerate analytics, decision-making and innovation to build a stronger and more efficient finance function. You will experience ongoing professional development through diverse experiences, world-class learning and individually tailored coaching.

That is how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

Sound interesting? Well this is just the beginning. Because whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

The opportunity

Having the largest geographical footprint in the MENA region, EY is perfectly placed to help the multitude of government entities and businesses change their accounting standards to the latest IFRS standards. We’re looking for ambitious people to help drive and support this change while learning about the intricacies of dealing with diverse clients in a challenging yet rewarding environment.

Your key responsibilities

As a Senior Consultant, you'll make a technical contribution to clients in a lead role in both financial and non- financial service sectors. You'll actively establish, maintain and strengthen internal and external relationships, execute complex assurance procedures, supervise junior team members and help define strategy. Working under the supervision of an assurance manager and senior manager, you'll also help execute our work and present findings to the client.

With a clear focus on anticipating and identifying risks, you'll elevate issues as appropriate. Working closely with colleagues, you'll determine whether the work plan is properly executed, documented and concluded in compliance with our Quality & Risk Management (Q&RM) guidelines. As an influential member of the team, you'll help to create a positive learning culture, will coach and counsel junior team members and help them to develop.

Skills and attributes for success

Pro- activity, accountability and results- driven people will flourish in this environment. Dealing with competing priorities, understanding how to manage resources and communicating effectively are key skills. This will have a huge impact on those around you and help promote a positive work ethic.

To qualify for this role, you must have

• Strong academic record including a degree
• Professional accountancy qualification or working towards gaining one
• 3-5 years of relevant work experience
• Familiarity with IFRS and local GAAP standards
• Understanding of risk- based auditing and risk and control strategies
• Understanding of Q&RM procedures
• Compliance with and understanding of regulatory requirements
• Track record with a leading audit firm

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Proficiency in the Arabic language

What we look for

We are interested in entrepreneurs who have the confidence to develop and promote a brand new strategic vision both internally and externally. You will be business savvy with a passion for innovation as well as the motivation to create your own EY journey.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, 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.

The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.

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