Audit Data Strategist - Experienced Manager

Data has yet to be utilized to its fullest potential. Clients are looking to build smarter and more efficient   ways to operate through new opportunities uncovered by their data. Our clients look to us as trusted   advisors to provide insights on how to ingest, interpret and manage data. We focus on business intelligence, advanced analytics and information management.   

The opportunity   

We provide constant room for growth through client engagements and personal development. Our   practitioners develop and lead innovative data techniques and methods, supporting both business and   technology leaders. This role provides the unique opportunity to build a professional network, tackle   complex data issues and drive cutting-edge approaches. The experiences you gain here will be more   valuable than anywhere else.   

Your key responsibilities   

• Work on large-scale client projects supporting the Audit Innovation and Digital platform   
• Drive high-quality work products by analyzing complex data through utilization of a suite of   analytical tools and delivering a range of analytics results in written and presentation formats.   
• Develop repeatable data delivery process enablers for frequently used financial systems.   
• Extract data from multiple sources including structures, semi-structured and unstructured data   
• Leverage data to solve strategic, tactical, structured and unstructured business problems through   interpreting complex data from multiple sources and translate into actionable insight for the audit   teams and clients.    
• Manage the delivery of data science insights using a range of tools and methods to create   cognitive services involving complex algorithms, machine learning and artificial intelligence   methods.    
• Create work papers that document the engagement procedures performed in a concise and   organized manner.   
• Lead diverse teams of professionals across different geographies to efficiently and effectively   deliver high quality work products to clients.   
• Provide on-the-job training to analyst team for data analysis methodology, software tools, project   management, and interpersonal skills.    
• Establish and manage priorities and work plans, communicate project status to manager, report   all chargeable hours and deliver work by agreed upon deadlines.   
• Stay informed of analytics solutions, auditing and accounting standards that affect business   processes analyzed and apply analytics approach with expected level of assistance and   supervision.   
• Comply with firm policies and guidelines, AICPA Code of Professional Conduct, and other   professional standards.   
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients (external and internal) and commit to improving   client satisfaction.   
• Assist with scoping the nature and extent of projects to be undertaken.   
• Confer and communicate with clients to execute engagement plan.   

To qualify for the role, you must have   

• A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Operations Research, Math, Statistics, Economics or Industrial Engineering and approximately three years of related work experience; or a graduate degree in the same  and approximately two years of related work experience.
• Practical experience in leading and managing teams through a product life cycle — requirements, design, development and testing   
• Practical experience using the following tools and technologies:      
  • Advanced analytics: SAS, R, Python, SPSS, MapR, Flume, Hue, Impala, predictive   analytics, machine learning, artificial intelligence   
  • Business intelligence and visual analytics: OBIEE, MicroStrategy, Business Objects,  Cognos, Spotfire, Qlik, Tableau, and Power BI   
  • Information Management: Informatica, DataStage, SSIS, Talend, SQL, Alteryx, Hadoop,   Hortonworks, Cloudera, Kerberos, Apache Sentry, Knox, Collibra, AWS, legacy vendor  software   

• Advanced proficiency and experienced in statistical modeling and machine learning techniques       
  • Proficiency in at least one programming language used in data science   
• Excellent teaming skills   
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills   
• Strong written and verbal communication skills   
• Ability to understand business challenges and translate them into value-add analytics solutions      
  • Prior experience in project management and client-serving roles    
• Valid driver’s license in the US   
• Valid passport   

Ideally, you’ll also have   

•     Masters or equivalent experience in computer science, engineering, accounting, finance or a         related field is preferred •     Prior consulting experience   

What we look for   

We’re interested in self-motivated and passionate leaders with a strong vision and desire to stay on the cutting-edge of data technology and science. We are looking for individuals who aspire to build   collaborative team environments and possess effective management skills while demonstrating in-depth technical capabilities and industry knowledge.   

If you have a genuine drive for helping consumers achieve the full potential of their data while working   toward your own development, this role is for you!

What working at EY offers   

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 includes   medical and dental coverage, both pension and 401(k) plans, a minimum of 15 days of vacation plus 10 observed holidays and 3 paid personal days, and a range of programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:   

• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career   
• Support and coaching from the most engaging and knowledgeable colleagues in the industry   
• A collaborative environment where everyone works together to create a better working world   
• Excellent training and development prospects   
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you   

About EY   

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we hire and develop the most   passionate people in their field to help build a better working world. This starts with a culture that believes   in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. So that whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.   

Join us in building a better working world. Apply today.   

EY, an equal employment opportunity employer (females/minorities/protected veterans/disabled), values the diversity of our workforce and the knowledge of our people.