Manager - FAAS - FSO BCM

The opportunity

From small businesses to some of the world’s best-known brands, our clients count on reliable financial statements, information and processes to inform their ongoing strategies. More than ever, business is about interpreting and reacting to complex data – and they look to us for advice and services they can trust every time. As Manager, Financial Accounting Advisory Services, Financial Services Organization, Banking and Capital Markets (FAAS-FSO-BCM), you’ll use your professional skills and experience to make it happen, handling complex accounting and finance process issues across a broad range of industries and responsibilities. While we are part of EY’s Assurance service line, FAAS-FSO practice sets itself apart, applying leading industry practices from around the world to help clients meet their challenges.

In today’s world, constant change is the new normal. Disruptive forces are increasing – digital and technological advancement, changing regulatory and political environments, increasing regulation, evolving societal norms, talent shortages and market volatility are forcing CFOs and their Finance teams to become more Agile – more efficient, more responsive, and more insightful. Finance leaders must radically rethink their strategies in the face of shifting priorities as they partner with the business to deliver long-term organizational value. Our FAAS-FSO practice helps our clients in this sector navigate through their most pressing challenges and seek to provide value added solutions that allow for sustainable differentiated performance, reporting and capabilities. 

Your key responsibilities

As a Manager in the Finance Services Organization practice, you will be a member of our team responsible for carrying out various engagements from our service offering described above. Additional responsibilities include the following:

• Lead external client consulting engagements involving the advancement of the CFO agenda for the Financial Services Office.
• Lead business development initiatives including service offering development and roll-out, proposal development, responding to RFXs and participating in oral presentations
• Design and implement finance transformation initiatives, focusing on the integration of technology to modernize the finance function within financial services organizations
• Assess current financial processes and systems to identify opportunities for improvement and optimization
• Develop and execute project plans, timelines, and deliverables to ensure successful implementation of transformation projects
• Provide subject matter expertise and guidance on banking operations, regulatory requirements, financial processes, and industry best practices.
• Stay abreast of current business, industry and regulatory trends relevant to the client's business and overall local industry.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with client management throughout the year. Establish expectations of value to be delivered.
• Maintain cooperative relationships and foster mutual support with other EY service line teams

Skills and attributes for success

To qualify for the role, you must have:

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration or data management/analysis
• At least 5 to 7 years of professional experience in the banking and capital markets industry with a focus on reporting, transformation, process improvement
• Experience in financial accounting or audit, financial analysis, process optimization/documentation
• Strong understanding of banking operations, financial products, and regulatory requirements, including:
• Regulatory rules applicable to financial institutions in Canada
• Working knowledge of capital infrastructure (data, systems, models, management and reporting) and management of key metrics.
• Planning, budgeting, forecasting and stress testing processes
• Performance measurement and management concepts
• Process transformation and improvement methodologies 
• Business performance reporting process
• Key accounting standards relevant to financial institutions, including IFRS 9, IAS 39 and IAS 32
• Financial accounting and financial statement close process
• Project and change management methodologies
• Experience using MS Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, Visio, etc.
• Experience in leading and delivering Finance transformation program/projects that cover the full life cycle of assessment, design and implementation support
• Highly adaptable and open to change
• Integrity within a professional environment 

Ideally, you’ll also have:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to maintain good relationships with clients
• Strong project management and leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and meet deadlines
• An accounting designation (CPA or equivalent)
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic team-oriented environment
• Certification in ERP system or EPM tool configuration
• Basic proficiency in ERP systems such as Microsoft Business Central or D365 Finance & Operations, SAP S4/HANA, Oracle, NetSuite, etc.
• Basic proficiency in EPM tools such as OneStream, Tagetik, Anaplan, Adaptive, Blackline, etc.

What we look for

We’re interested in strong team players who support their colleagues in reaching their goals while also considering their own workload and development. If you have the confidence to speak up and influence a team that affects big businesses worldwide, this role is for you.

What we offer you

The EY benefits package is designed to support your physical, emotional, financial, and social wellbeing. Our extensive benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage, as well as mental health benefits, a robust Employee Assistance Program and group savings plans to promote your overall wellbeing. We offer generous time off, including personal days, vacation days, and additional firm-wide holidays, along with the option to purchase extra vacation days. Employees can take advantage of EY's exclusive learning programs tailored just for them. We also provide internal opportunities for career development and advancement, enabling you to grow within the firm. Get involved in meaningful volunteering through EY Ripples and make a positive impact in the community.

Learn about our commitment to DE&I at https://www.ey.com/en_ca/about-us/corporate-responsibility/equity

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

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