Senior Consultant - Financial Accounting & Advisory Services (FAAS) - Ramallah - FY25

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The opportunity

Our FAAS practice is one of the fastest growing areas of our business.  As a result, we have a recruitment need for a Senior to join our team to support big scale projects ranging from Finance Operating Model Design & Development to financial planning & Analysis, FSCP and financial policies and procedures support.

Your key responsibilities

In this role you’ll work directly with a wide range of clients across several industries to assess the impact of new accounting standards, proposed transactions or other regulatory changes. Specifically you’ll build and maintain strong networks internally and externally in order to grow the pipeline of FAAS work, report directly to Managers, Senior Managers, Directors and Partners at the planning, execution and wrap-up stages of FAAS engagements, coach and mentor junior team members and conduct performance review by contributing to performance feedback for staff and ensure work is of a high quality, delivered in a timely fashion and in compliance with EY policies.

Working with other EY locations, service lines and specialists to deliver a fully integrated service offering is integral, as is monitoring engagement economics against key financial metrics and managing the appropriate internal and external stakeholders.

You’ll be expected to identify and communicate relevant trends, developments and key performance drivers relevant to the client, consult with appropriate resources on complex accounting issues, ensure that the FAAS work products meet the needs and expectations of clients are clear, accurate and well presented, ensure work is delivered timely and in compliance with regulatory requirements and deliver effective execution of the FAAS service delivery framework.

Skills and attributes for success

Pro- activity, accountability and results- driven people will flourish in this environment. Dealing with competing priorities, understanding how to manage resources and communicating effectively are key skills. This will have a huge impact on those around you and help promote a positive work ethic.

• A bachelor's degree in finance and / or accounting or any other related field.
• Minimum three years of experience working as an internal auditor/ consultant or technical resource.
• Having an experience with for a public accounting firm or consultancy firm is a plus.
• Knowledge of accounting and finance processes.
• Strong technical skills, risk management abilities, and excellent communication, presentation, and technical writing skills.
• Willingness to research client inquiries and emerging issues, with flexibility to travel within the MENA region on short notice as needed.

Ideally, you’ll also

• Track record with a leading audit firm
• Proficiency in the Arabic language
• CFA, ACCA, CMA, CIA, Six Sigma Consultant or any other related certification

What we look for

We are interested in entrepreneurs who have the confidence to develop and promote a brand new strategic vision both internally and externally. You will be business savvy with a passion for innovation as well as the motivation to create your own EY journey.

What we offer you

At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.

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

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