Your key responsibilities

The Senior should be competent to manage a portfolio of clients and be responsible for the timeliness and quality of the work as per EY Global Standards for our FAAS team. The role requires technical knowledge of IFRS/US/UK GAAP along with well-developed communication skills. While the Senior will be based out of our Manila office, the individual will be required to travel to other Countries (short term) for executing the client engagements.

Skills and attributes for success

• Execute the following FAAS solutions using Global service delivery framework:
  • Financial Accounting and Reporting Excellence
  • Accounting Processes
  • Regulation, Governance and Financing
• Ensure quality in delivering client service by directing daily progress of fieldwork, informing Supervisors of engagement status and follow through on client requests in a timely fashion to manage expectations regarding the timing of deliverables and reports.

• Identify engagement and client service issues; research and benchmark client data to industry data in order to make possible recommendations for improvements.
• Receive direction from the Manager, Senior Manager and Partner and explain the client's critical success factors to the engagement team.
• Apply independent and objective professional judgment in applying accounting standards to meet engagement expectations, including regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrate a good understanding of accounting concepts; stay informed of professional standards and firm policies (e.g., guidelines of the EY FAAS Policy Manual); and effectively apply this knowledge to moderately difficult and/or complex client situations.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• 1-3 years (post qualification) in relevant experience including at least one year of experience
• in Financial Accounting and Advisory
• Good understanding of IFRS / US GAAP
• Working experience in relation to the following services/solutions (at least three):
  • GAAP conversions and implementation of new accounting standards.
  • Drafting and designing accounting policies
  • Technical accounting research and advice
  • Consolidation and Compilation support
  • Financial statement close process support
  • Transaction accounting and reporting – IPO’s, Carve Outs, PPA etc.
  • Benchmarking services and market analysis

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Strong written and verbal communication, presentation and technical writing skills
• Ability and comfort level in researching client inquires and emerging issues, including regulations, industry practices and new technologies
• Flexibility and willingness to travel on short notice, as necessary

What we look for

We look for high performers, who consistently deliver quality work while continually looking for ways to improve. We want you to have a clear sense of personal and professional accountability and know how to build relationships by doing the right thing. We look for people who demonstrate drive, vision and determination and are passionate about helping our clients achieve their goals.

We want people who understand the challenges of working in a professional services environment and are focused on achieving and delivering the best for our clients.

What working at EY offers

We offer a competitive compensation & benefits package and different rewards program like awards & recognitions, loyalty awards and travel opportunities.

EY is committed to doing its part in building a better working world, thus, the organization promotes continuous learning and development opportunities by providing in-house technical and supplemental training related to each role, as well as promoting developmental programs, such as mentoring activities, projects, and the like, which will aide in our employees’ succession planning and career advancement.

Talk to anyone at EY and they’ll tell you what a rewarding place it is to work. As you collaborate with colleagues in our high-performing teams, you gain exposure to some of the most complex and stimulating situations in the business world.

For us, it’s vital you share our goals — so we can work together to achieve success.

About EY

EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality   services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world   over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders.   In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.    

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

Join us in building a better working world.

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