FSO Financial Accounting and Advisory Services-Senior-New York, Washington DC

EY is a leader in serving the global financial services marketplace and the only professional services firm with a separate business unit dedicated to the financial services industry – the Financial Services Organization (FSO). Our focused model and bold ambition have put us at the center of the events that continue to reshape and redefine our industry, working side by side with a range of clients from our most venerable institutions to dynamic new entrants across Banking and Capital Markets, Wealth and Asset Management and Insurance. Our purpose is to help build a financial services industry in which financial institutions are trusted and flourish, and the global economy is healthy, growing and secure. If you have a passion for rallying together to solve complex challenges, then come join our dynamic FSO team!  

Upon embarking on a journey with us, you will experience professional development through exposure to an array of diverse experiences, world-class learning and individual tailored coaching. This is how we develop outstanding leaders who endeavor to deliver on our promises to all our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, our clients and our communities. Sounds interesting? Well this is just the beginning. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience will last a lifetime.  

The Opportunity 

Our Financial Accounting Consulting Services (FACS) team is growing exponentially, and as a senior you will play a key role in that growth.  Your key role will be to drive growth by developing new and enhancing existing client relationships, lead highly skilled project teams and deliver a first-class customer experience through high profile engagements. In return for helping us to build a better working world, you can expect excellent career opportunities within a dynamic and collaborative environment.  

Your key responsibilities 

• Demonstrate basic to intermediate knowledge of complex financial accounting concepts. 
• Manage projects and engagements profitably by leading the team to perform efficiently. 
• Understand the client's industry and recognize key performance drivers, business trends, and emerging technical and industry developments. Stay informed of general business/economic developments and their impact to the client. 
• Develop and maintain long-term productive client relationships and networks. 
• Coach and develop people by sharing knowledge with team members and helping team members attain experiences that cultivate technical competencies. 
• Develop people by encouraging individuals to think for themselves and take responsibility for their contributions to the FAAS team  

Skills and attributes for success 

• Advanced written and verbal communication skills 
• Proven ability to lead a team and develop business opportunities 
• Knowledge of business trends, emerging technical and industry developments 
• Excellent leadership and project management skills 
• Able to manage multiple engagements and deadline-driven  

To qualify for the role you must have 

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 
• Eligibility to obtain US CPA licensure in your work state
• At least 2 years of related work experience in audit field for insurance, banking or asset management industries. 
• The ability and willingness to travel and work in excess of standard hours when necessary
• Access to reliable transportation to/from the EY office and client sites. A driver's license is strongly recommended as ride share and public transportation options may not be available in all locations

Ideally you'll also have 

• Knowledge of current market issues in financial services in the US.  

What we look for
We're interested in leaders with a genuine creative vision and the confidence to make it happen. You can expect plenty of autonomy in this role, so you'll also need the ability to take initiative and seek out opportunities to improve our current relationships and processes. If you're serious about auditing and ready to take on some of our clients' most complex issues, this role is for you.