Public Sector Assurance Analyst — Strategic Impact

EY; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 64,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Pension and 401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

EY is seeking an analyst in the Government and Infrastructure Assurance practice to support audit services for federal/state/local and education clients. You will be the primary day-to-day contact, building relationships with client personnel and collaborating with the assurance team to deliver high-quality services.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, a path toward CPA certification, and the ability to obtain secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or graduate degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA certification path upon passing examination.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain secret clearance or higher.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
• Dedication to teamwork and leadership.
• Travel 25–30% or more in a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary day-to-day client contact.
• Build knowledge of current issues and industry developments.
• Develop relationships and expertise with team members.
• Identify audit issues and communicate to the assurance team.
• Document audit procedures per objectives and engagement history.
• Challenge past procedures and enhance audit techniques.
• Demonstrate professionalism in the client environment.
• Maintain strong client focus and productive relationships.
• Stay informed on business/economic developments.

Skills

Audit analysis

Documentation

Client relations

Written communication

Team orientation

Travel readiness

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

CPA licensure path

CGFM/CDFM (ideally)

Job description

EY is seeking an analyst in the Government and Infrastructure Assurance practice to support audit services for federal/state/local and education clients. You will be the primary day-to-day contact, building relationships with client personnel and collaborating with the assurance team to deliver high-quality services.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, a path toward CPA certification, and the ability to obtain secret clearance.