Director (Manager), Financial Restructuring (Calgary or Edmonton)

At EY Parthenon, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

The opportunity

Our global network of Financial Restructuring professionals helps clients develop financial and operational strategies to improve liquidity, credit availability and shareholder return. Our team is fully integrated both within our wider Strategy and Execution practice and our firm as a whole, and our clients reap the benefits of this broad range of  knowledge, skills and experience. We work on the basis of creating long-term relationships with our clients and our teams work closely with them to understand their short and long-term goals - being there at every stage to identify problems and recommend and implement solutions that deliver measurable results. 

This job posting relates to an existing vacancy within our organization. 

Your key responsibilities

As a Director (Manager), you will be part of the restructuring team helping our clients evaluate capital options, capture greater transaction value and achieve strategic objectives - whether they are buying or selling a distressed asset, restructuring a business, dealing with underperformance, or looking to improve cash management. You will assist in the planning and execution of engagements including performing in-depth analysis of a debtor's financial situation and identifying strategies for dealing with various issues. 

Skills and attributes for success

• Business and Commercially Driven - working in a fast-paced, exciting environment with strong business acumen to drive value to our clients.
• Business Development - assist in aspects of pursuits and proposal development. Contribute to our practice development initiatives, supporting the continued focus on our team as a great place to work.
• Learning - learn and develop technical and personal skills to support achievement of career goals, through a blend of structured learning, coaching and experiences.
• Building Relationships - cultivate strong working relationships with clients and support to key decision makers.

To qualify for the role you must have

• Undergraduate degree in Commerce, Accounting or equivalent
• Designated Canadian CPA with minimum 1+ years post qualification experience
• Strong interest to enroll in the Chartered Insolvency and Restructuring Professional Qualification Program
• Experience on large, complex restructuring engagements
• Experience developing and working with cash flow models 
• Advanced business modelling skills and experience required
• Proven capabilities in problem solving, situational analysis, creativity, negotiation and decision making
• High level of technical competence in conducting financial analysis
• Ability to prepare high quality written communication
• Comprehensive understanding of financial statement analysis

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to travel as required

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Effective time management, especially under tight deadline pressures.
• Comprehensive understanding of financial statement analysis
• Superior analytical skills 
• Demonstrated project and people management skills
• An energetic attitude toward successful project completion
• Strong interest in building a business network and participating in business development activities

What we look for 

We are looking for candidates who are highly motivated, analytical, logical thinkers with a passion for Restructuring Services and have a very strong attention to detail. Being a strong team player is critical with the ability to adapt to changing requirements or deadlines in support of our clients goals 

What we offer you 

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a discretionary bonus program, a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage plan, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer: 

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry 

• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career 

• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you 

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. 

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Inclusiveness is at the heart of who we are and how we work. We’re committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advancing gender equity and women in leadership, advocating for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, promoting our neuroinclusion and accessibility initiatives, and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation. Our diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world. 

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