Associate, Financial Accounting Advisory Services (Financial Services Industry)

TheCovid-19 pandemic is creating seismic challenges around the world. Our purpose,to build a better working world, has never been more important. Life at EY hasbeen transformed dramatically but our strong culture of flexible and remoteworking has helped EY people navigate new ways of working and remain connectedwith each other and our clients.

Abetter working world truly starts with the people at EY who are building itevery day. Now more than ever we need talented people from diverse backgroundsto help our clients navigate the complexities of this Transformative Age:people with the passion, curiosity and drive to make things better.

The opportunity

Weare looking for an Associate to join our Melbourne based Financial AccountingAdvisory Services Team, specialising in the clients within the FinancialServices Office (FSO) industry. This role is offered on a flexible full-timebasis. We are seeking a driven and ambitious Associate to play a key role indeveloping client relationships, supporting highly skilled project teams anddelivering a first-class customer experience on high-profile engagements.

TheFSO team provides accounting, risk, treasury and other advisory services toaudit and non-audit clients and supports other EY services lines in largemulti-disciplinary projects. Services include:

• Accounting - interpretation, application and technical guidanceon accounting standards.
• Treasury - transformation, process improvement ("PI") and targetoperating model projects, system implementation, bank accounting restructuring,cash solutions, financial risk management and transaction support
• Finance Technology - working with clients to implementworld-class technology solutions to improve the effectiveness and efficiency ofFinance and related functions
• Assurance and diligence - various assurance and diligence-basedengagements undertaking deep-dives on specific aspects of organisations (e.g.credit and treasury)

Your key responsibilities

Supporton various engagements working directly with a wide range of clients acrossseveral industries in the areas outlined above.

• Execute projects end-to-end, including defining strategies,solving problems, mentoring junior team members and keeping engagement leadersup to date
• Work effectively both autonomously and in teams
• Understanding our clients' unique ambitions and needs andreferring them to colleagues in other teams and areas to broaden our businessrelationships where possible
• Take ownership of, prepare and communicate high quality clientdeliverables
• Ensure work is delivered in a timely fashion and in compliancewith EY policies

Skills and attributes for success

• Relevant Bachelor degree and completed professionalqualifications relevant to Finance, Risk or Treasury (e.g. CA, CFA oracceptable international equivalent)
• 2 years post qualification experience
• Good understanding of the Financial Services industry, ideallywithin Australia
• Advanced business written and spoken English, including excellentcommunication and negotiation skills
• Some capability in technical finance and risk relevant mattersand/or treasury (financial services related, or non-financial servicesrelated)
• Open to travel for work purposes, flexible with work hours to accommodateproject deadlines

Ideally, you'll also have

• Knowledge of contemporary technologytools such as Alteryx, BluePrism, PowerBI or Tableau
• Experience in Finance, Risk or Treasury environment
• Knowledge of current market issues in Australia

What working at EY offers

We offer a competitive remuneration package where you'll be rewarded foryour performance. In addition, our comprehensive Total Rewards package can be tailored to your individual needs,to give you the freedom to manage your role in a way that's right for you. Thisincludes;

• a variety of flexibleworking and leave arrangements
• personalised career developmentincluding coaching and support to help you build your career and access toformal learning so you can develop the skills you'll need to thrive in thefuture
• arange of tools and benefits to guide and support your health and wellbeingthroughout your entire EY career

About EY

At EY, we hold a collective commitment tofoster an environment where all differences are valued and respected, practicesare equitable and everyone experiences a sense of belonging. Through ourinclusive leadership behaviours, a variety of internal networks, flexibleworking and mentoring programs, you will have the support and flexibility tobuild an exceptional career.

EY is committed to making reasonableadjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process forpeople with disability. If you require any adjustments to the recruitmentprocess in order to equitably participate, we encourage you to advise us at thetime of application via contactrecruitment@au.ey.comor phone +61 38650 7788.

We understand the importance of socialdistancing at this time so our recruitment and onboarding process will be managedvirtually so we can continue to prioritise the safety and wellbeing of EYpeople, clients, guests and the broader public.

Theexceptional EY experience. It's yours to build.

Apply now.

Thepreferred applicant will be subject to employment screening by EY or by theirexternal third party provider. Regarding this role, the minimum salary is $61,500including 9.5% superannuation.

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