Risk Consulting - Digital Risk - Senior Consultant - Power & Utilities - Open Location

EY; New York (NY); On-site; USD 97,900 - 179,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Pension and 401(k) plans

Paid time off options

Hybrid work model

Job summary

EY in New York is seeking a Senior Consultant for Power & Utilities Consulting to lead risk and controls engagements, focusing on regulatory compliance, operational processes, and IT controls.

The role involves guiding regulatory requirements, designing controls, mentoring junior staff, and delivering client-focused risk assessments in the Power & Utilities sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree required.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in Power & Utilities industry or consulting.
• Proven regulatory compliance experience and understanding of operational processes in Power & Utilities (Work Management, Asset Management, and/or Utility accounting).
• Strong leadership with ability to drive project teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to build client relationships.
• Willingness to work excess hours; valid passport required.

Responsibilities

• Lead risk and controls projects focused on regulatory compliance in the Power & Utilities sector.
• Design and implement information systems, resources, and controls to maximize efficiencies and minimize risk.
• Lead analysis, evaluation, and enhancement of information systems to support business internal control processes.
• Provide guidance on regulatory requirements and industry trends.
• Mentor and develop junior team members.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Mentoring

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PMP

Six Sigma

CPA/CA/CISA/CISSP/CISM/CBCP/CIA/CIPP/CGEIT

Job description

Location: New York, McLean, Los Angeles, Hoboken, Miami, Phoenix, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, San Francisco, San Jose, Seattle, St. Louis, Atlanta, Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Akron, Dallas, Detroit, Houston, Irvine

Senior Consultant – Power & Utilities Consulting

As a Senior Consultant, you will lead risk and controls engagements for clients in the Power & Utilities sector, providing expertise in regulatory compliance, operational processes, and information technology controls.

The Opportunity

Our consulting risk services provide clients with a candid and reliable overview of their risk landscape. We help Power & Utilities clients navigate regulatory compliance and operational efficiency, building confidence and trust with stakeholders.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Lead risk and controls projects focused on regulatory compliance in the Power & Utilities sector.
• Design and implement information systems, resources, and controls to maximize efficiencies and minimize risk.
• Lead analysis, evaluation, and enhancement of information systems to support business internal control processes.
• Provide guidance on regulatory requirements and industry trends.
• Mentor and develop junior team members.

Skills and Attributes for Success

• Lead and manage projects focused on regulatory compliance within the Power & Utilities sector.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance operational processes and efficiency.
• Drive risk and controls project teams, ensuring alignment with industry standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with clients to identify compliance challenges and develop tailored solutions.
• Provide expert guidance on regulatory requirements and industry trends.
• Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Requirements

• A bachelor's or master's degree.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in the Power & Utilities industry or consulting in the sector.
• Proven experience in regulatory compliance and understanding of operational processes in Power & Utilities, particularly Work Management, Asset Management, and/or Utility accounting.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to drive project teams effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Willingness to work excess hours when necessary; valid passport required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in business, accounting, finance, computer science, information systems, engineering, or a related discipline.
• Relevant certifications: PMP, Six Sigma, CPA, CA, CISA, CISSP, CISM, CBCP, CIA, CIPP, CGEIT. Non-certified hires are required to become certified to be eligible for promotion to Manager.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and paid time off options. Base salary ranges for U.S. locations from $97,900 to $179,500, with higher ranges for NYC, Washington State, and California.
• Hybrid work model: 40-60% on-site for external, client-serving roles.
• Flexible vacation policy with additional EY paid holidays, winter/summer breaks, personal/family care leave, and other leaves of absence.

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