Senior FAAS Advisor: Lead Complex Accounting Strategies

EY; McLean (VA); Hybrid; USD 91,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Total Rewards package

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Job summary

EY is seeking a Senior in the Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) practice in the United States. The role focuses on advising clients on complex accounting and control issues across multiple industries, with travel to client sites required.

Qualified candidates typically have a bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance/business and 3–5 years of public accounting audit experience, with CPA licensure eligibility. A master’s degree and Big 4 experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or business.
• Experience as an auditor in a public accounting firm (approx. 3–5 years).
• Eligibility to obtain US CPA licensure in your work state.
• Strong technical writing skills and advanced risk management knowledge.
• Understanding of marketplace terminology, processes and tools.
• Proven track record of mentoring and improving a team.

Responsibilities

• Consulting with clients on complex accounting issues and providing tailored solutions.
• Collaborating with leaders and clients to influence strategy while balancing risk and expectations.
• Ensuring engagement teams fully understand clients' needs and ambitions.
• Building relationships across service lines to deliver integrated services.
• Managing performance and identifying opportunities to improve products and processes.

Skills

Consulting with clients

Risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentoring teams

Strong writing skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/business

Public accounting experience 3-5 years

CPA licensure eligibility

Master's degree preferred

Job description

EY is seeking a Senior in the Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) practice in the United States. The role focuses on advising clients on complex accounting and control issues across multiple industries, with travel to client sites required.

Qualified candidates typically have a bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance/business and 3–5 years of public accounting audit experience, with CPA licensure eligibility. A master’s degree and Big 4 experience are preferred.