Senior Manager - Ey Finance Cfo Advisory jobs at Ey in Australia, Sydney

Join our Valuation Modelling & Economics (VME) division. As a pivotal leader in a global network of over 10,000 experts across 100 nations, you will provide high-level counsel to clients on capital preservation, optimization, acquisition, and investment strategies. Our EY Parthenon service line encompasses specialised groups such as Mergers and Acquisitions, Project Finance, Corporate Restructuring, Operational Transaction Services, Transaction Support, Transaction Tax, and VME.

We’re looking for a Senior Consultant to join our Decision Modelling team in VME during a time of strong growth. As part of our Decision Modelling team, you’ll manage, deliver and review a wide range of decision modelling engagements supporting our clients in making critical business decisions. You will also have the opportunity to grow our market presence and lead in the winning of work. Working with a wide variety of clients and industries, you’ll gain experience in understanding client issues and building client relationships. In our friendly, collaborative environment, you’ll receive the support, formal training and coaching you need to further progress your career. The role can be based in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne or Canberra.

Your key responsibilities

In this role, you’ll have a primary focus on modelling, data analytics, and economic analysis. You’ll spend your time working with team members to deliver and review a wide range of engagements including financial modelling, decision support and transaction analytics, macroeconomic forecasting, scenario analysis, options analysis and business case development. In addition, you will have the opportunity to develop and share sector specific expertise in a number of industry sectors aligned with your experience and interests.

During projects, you will have the opportunity to:

• Identify issues and propose strategies related to the procedures executed
• Assume a leadership role in report generation and detailed financial modelling
• Build and nurture positive, productive, and professional relationships with both internal and external clients.
• Collaborate effectively with team members, mentor colleagues, stay informed about current business and economic trends relevant to clients, and leverage the latest technology and tools to enhance service delivery.
• Seek out and seize new business opportunities, participating in client proposals and presentations to grow the valuation practice.
• Mentor and develop junior team members through delegation and hands-on training, fostering an inclusive and innovative team environment.

Skills and attributes for success

Here’s our ‘wish list’ but don’t worry if you don’t tick all the boxes. We’re interested in your strengths, what you want to learn, and how far you want to go.

• A bachelor's degree with around 3-5 years of relevant work experience.
• Exceptional numerical and analytical skills, preferably with a degree in IT, Engineering, Economics, Sciences, or Accounting & Finance.
• Highly desirable knowledge in venture capital, investment banking, commercial banking, strategy, and/or financial research.
• Experience in business development and client management.
• Strong financial modelling skills with the ability to create financial models based on strategic financial business plans.
• Ability to manage project expenditures against budget and revenue, and provide guidance to team members to ensure the completion of work deliverables.

• Career development:At EY, your career is yours to shape!We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences
• Flexible work arrangements:Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.
• A comprehensive benefits package: From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally

Acknowledgement of Country

or +61 3 8650 7788 (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.

Our preferred applicant will be required to undertake employment screening by EY or our external third-party provider.

© 2025 Ernst & Young Australia. A member firm of Ernst & Young Global Limited. All Rights Reserved. Liability limited by a scheme approved under Professional StandardsLegislation.

Your key responsibilities

• Working as part of our integrated team in owning and coordinating the provision of statutory reporting services to an allocated book of corporate clients on a day-to-day basis.

• Oversight and supervision of the statutory reporting services we provide, including the co-ordination of client and auditor stakeholders.

• Management and delivery of the full spectrum of corporate financial reporting services based on where our clients’ needs take us with full support from some of Australia’s best Financial Accounting and Advisory and Tax technicians.

• Building networks and meaningful connections internally and externally to stay abreast of issues and build a pipeline of future opportunities.

• Supervision of our team members and support for their career development.

• Contributing to a positive team culture that promotes high performance, strong collaboration and teaming, and celebrates successes.

What we look for

To be considered for this role you must have

• Detailed knowledge of, and experience with, Australian Accounting Standards gained through working in a professional services firm or in a comparable industry role.

• Experience in working with remote teams, both within Australia and overseas.

• Strong communication skills with a confidence to lead discussions with clients in relation to both technical matters and in the coordination of engagements.

• Demonstrate a high level of accuracy with first-class prioritisation and organisational skills.

• CA qualification or equivalent completed or in the process of completing.

Ideally, you’ll also have the skills and attributes below but don’t worry if you don’t tick all the boxes. We’re interested in your aptitude, attitude and willingness to learn.

• Willingness and ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic team environment.

• A proactive approach with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to reporting deadlines.

• A flair for identifying risk and driving continuous improvements and automation.

What we offer you

At EY, we’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn .

• Career development: At EY, your career is yours to shape! We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences

• Flexible work arrangements: Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.

• A comprehensive benefits package: From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally

• Salary: We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience.

Acknowledgement of Country

Our preferred applicant will be required to undertake employment screening by EY or our external third-party provider.

© 2025 Ernst & Young Australia. A member firm of Ernst & Young Global Limited. All Rights Reserved. Liability limited by a scheme approved under Professional Standards Legislation.

Our preferred applicant will be required to undertake employment screening by EY or our external third-party provider.

© 2025 Ernst & Young Australia. A member firm of Ernst & Young Global Limited. All Rights Reserved. Liability limited by a scheme approved under Professional Standards Legislation.

Your key responsibilities

• Collaborate with the leadership team to coordinate and manage the provision of taxation services for an allocated book of corporate clients, overseeing day-to-day operations, corporate income tax compliance, and the preparation and review of income tax returns and accounting calculations.
• Deliver a full spectrum of corporate taxation advisory and compliance services tailored to client needs, while supporting senior team members in complex tax engagements, including ATO risk reviews, audits, and ruling application processes, with the backing of Australia’s top tax technicians.
• Lead and mentor the team, including managers, senior consultants, consultants, and graduates, by acting as a 'Counsellor' for junior members, fostering their career development, and contributing to a positive team culture that promotes high performance, collaboration, and celebrates successes.

Skills and attributes for success

• Possess detailed knowledge and experience with the Australian taxation system, acquired through work in a professional services firm or a comparable industry role, along with expertise in corporate income tax compliance calculations, processes, and ATO lodgement obligations.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills and confidence in leading direct engagements with clients on substantive tax matters and coordinating various engagements, ensuring clarity and effectiveness in all interactions.
• Hold a CA qualification or equivalent, or have completed other postgraduate studies (e.g., Tax Masters), with technical knowledge of IFRS and Tax Accounting considered an advantage, though not essential.

Ideally, you’ll also have the skills and attributes below but don’t worry if you don’t tick all the boxes. We’re interested in your aptitude, attitude and willingness to learn.

• Willingness and ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic team environment.
• Attention to detail and task oriented.

Here’s how we use AI to shape your future in Tax with confidence:

• Accelerate complex reviews : AI compares tax reports, due diligence files and checklists in minutes, saving hours of manual work.
• Enhance quality and compliance : Automated checks ensure deliverables meet EY’s rigorous standards for risk and quality.
• Streamline tax calculations : Copilot extracts and reconciles financial data to support accurate, audit-ready tax filings.
• Simplify client communications : Drafts emails, summaries and templates based on real-time document and inbox analysis.
• Unlock strategic insights : Supports market analysis and opportunity spotting to help you stay ahead of client needs.
• Boost personal productivity : From learning new tax topics to preparing for meetings, AI helps you work smarter every day.

What we offer you

At EY, we’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn .

• Career development: At EY, your career is yours to shape! We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences
• Flexible work arrangements: Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.
• A comprehensive benefits package : From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally
• Salary: We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience.

Acknowledgement of Country

Our preferred applicant will be required to undertake employment screening by EY or our external third-party provider.

© 2025 Ernst & Young Australia. A member firm of Ernst & Young Global Limited. All Rights Reserved. Liability limited by a scheme approved under Professional Standards Legislation.

You will play a pivotal role in:

• Leading the execution of transactions through the lifecycle including financial modelling, diligence, financing and transaction negotiation
• Performing origination work, including client relationship development and develop market insights collateral
• Leading conversations with potential investors and debt financiers to position deals in the market and thoughtfully address client needs
• Identifying key value drivers and risk mitigation strategies, challenging assumptions about prices, asset performance and portfolio development strategies
• Providing seamless integrated experiences for our clients throughout the growth and optimisation M&A journey alongside other EY service lines.

Our focus spans various segments of the energy sector including renewable energy generation, storage, transmission build out and optimisation strategies for infrastructure investors, developers and utilities across the mid-market and majors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement innovative strategies for energy sector M&A transactions that align with client objectives while responding to evolving market conditions.
• Preparation of detailed investment materials, supporting financial analyses and models that assist clients in their decision-making processes.
• Understanding critical issues impacting purchase price negotiations and deal structuring efforts including a fundamental appreciationof risk and value and the process of how to proactively manage risk.
• Project manage individual due diligence workstreams and junior team members effectively while ensuring overseeing information flows among key stakeholders.
• Contribute to business plan initiatives by taking ownership of initiatives and starting to build strong client relationships while demonstrating comprehensive knowledge of their operations.
• Monitor industry trends, regulatory developments and competitive dynamics to identify opportunities to present to clients.
• Mentoring junior team members.

Skills & Attributes for Success:

• Over 6 years’ experience in a transactions role within an advisory environment; adept at working independently as well as collaboratively with senior stakeholders across multiple engagements.
• Proven experience in M&A, project and corporate finance structuring, and knowledge of energy market fundamentals, regulatory frameworks, relevant energy technologies, supply chains, public policy implications and general project development challenges and opportunities.
• Demonstrated expertise in project finance and valuation modelling in a live transaction environment, deal document production (PowerPoint and Microsoft Word) and verbal presentation skills.
• Track record of managing and coaching individuals.
• A strong desire to make a difference in decarbonising our economy with evident passion for the energy sector
• Strong work ethic coupled with adaptability towards new challenges within a collaborative team setting: resilient and creative thinking is key to overcoming hurdles to get deals over the finishing line.
• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, economics, engineering and/or law is preferred.

What we offer you

• Career development:At EY, your career is yours to shape! We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences
• Flexible work arrangements:Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.
• A comprehensive benefits package:From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally www.ey.com/au/benefits
• Salary:We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience.

Acknowledgement of Country

Our preferred applicant will be required to undertake employment screening by EY or our external third-party provider.

© 2025 Ernst & Young Australia. A member firm of Ernst & Young Global Limited. All Rights Reserved. Liability limited by a scheme approved under Professional Standards Legislation.

As a Senior Payroll Consultant you'll play a key role in implementing our growth strategy and provide a range of payroll services to our clients. You will provide an advisory service on payroll matters in this client facing role. In this exciting offering, you will have the opportunity to establish, improve and implement new procedures and processes, whilst building relationships with both internal and external stakeholdrs. This is a hybrid position based in Warrang – Sydney. Our roles can potentially be adjusted to work flexibly with reduced hours. Please speak with us about potential options.

Your key responsibilities

• Payroll Leadership & Compliance : Lead payroll validation and reconciliation processes to ensure data accuracy and integrity, while staying current with legislative changes and delivering induction and ad hoc training updates.
• Process Standardisation & Improvement : Establish consistent payroll procedures across diverse employee groups, drive continuous improvements by identifying gaps, implementing new processes, and communicating changes effectively to stakeholders.
• Reporting, Collaboration & Strategic Impact : Collaborate with offshore teams for seamless service delivery, generate and analyse payroll reports (e.g., audits, STP2), track KPIs like accuracy and compliance, and contribute to scalable payroll solutions across multiple projects and clients—with flexibility for global meetings outside standard hours.

Skills and attributes for success

• Payroll Expertise & Technical Skills : Brings extensive experience in high-volume, full-function payroll operations, with strong proficiency in SAP and other payroll software, large-scale ERP systems, and intermediate to advanced Excel capabilities.
• Leadership & Implementation Experience : Demonstrated leadership in payroll teams and successful involvement in payroll implementation projects, supported by sound numeracy, attention to detail, and effective communication skills.
• Qualifications & Versatility : While formal payroll certification is advantageous but not required, the candidate offers a broad and adaptable skill set across varied systems and processes, ensuring readiness for complex payroll environments.

What we offer you

• Career development:At EY, your career is yours to shape! We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences
• Flexible work arrangements:Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.

• A comprehensive benefits package

• We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience.

Acknowledgement of Country

or +61 3 8650 7788 (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.

Our preferred applicant will be required to undertake employment screening by EY or our external third-party provider.

© 2025 Ernst & Young Australia. A member firm of Ernst & Young Global Limited. All Rights Reserved. Liability limited by a scheme approved under Professional Standards Legislation.

You will play a pivotal role in:

• Performing origination work including client relationship development
• Identifying key value drivers and risk mitigation strategies, challenging assumptions about prices, asset performance and portfolio construction
• Leading the execution of transactions through the lifecycle including financial modelling, diligence, financing and transaction negotiation
• Providing seamless integrated experiences for our clients throughout the growth and optimisation M&A journey alongside other EY service lines.

Our focus spans various segments of the energy sector including renewable energy generation, storage, transmission build out and optimisation strategies for infrastructure investors, developers and utilities across the mid-market and majors.

Your key responsibilities

• Develop and implement innovative strategies for energy sector M&A transactions that align with client objectives while responding to evolving market conditions.
• Manage engagement teams to undertake the acquisition or disposal of energy projects, portfolios or businesses working with integrated developers, infrastructure and private equity investors, financiers and strategic corporate buyers on the sellside or the buyside.
• Collaboratively co-ordinate and lead execution aspects of energy M&A transactions encompassing origination ideas and proposals, crafting bid strategy and documentation, managing due diligence processes, performing valuation assessments, undertaking capital structuring and managing transactions through negotiation to completion.
• Provide expert advice on regulatory compliance issues specific to the energy sector underpinned by a comprehensive understanding of the intersection of the public and private sector organisations undertaking projects and programs in the energy transition
• Oversee the preparation detailed investment materials, supporting financial analyses and models that assist clients in their decision-making processes.
• Identify critical issues impacting purchase price negotiations and deal structuring efforts including a fundamental understanding of risk and value with a demonstrable ability assisting clients to proactive manage risk.
• Project manage teams effectively while overseeing information flows among key stakeholders.
• Contribute to business plan initiatives (e.g., key accounts development) by building strong client relationships while demonstrating comprehensive knowledge of their operations.
• Understand our firm’s capabilities thoroughly; seek opportunities to offer additional services tailored to client needs including leveraging deep relationships across our global renewables platform to deliver exceptional insights and transaction expertise for our clients.

Skills and attributes for success

• Proven experience in a transaction role within an advisory environment; adept at working independently as well as collaboratively with senior stakeholders across multiple engagements.
• Demonstrated expertise in M&A, project and corporate finance structuring, a deep knowledge of the energy market fundamentals, relevant technologies, supply chains, public policy implications and general project development challenges and opportunities.
• A strong desire to make a difference in decarbonising our economy with evident passion for the energy sector
• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, economics, engineering and/or law is preferred.
• Strong work ethic coupled with adaptability towards new challenges within a collaborative team setting: resilient and creative thinking is key to overcoming hurdles to get deals over the finishing line
• Proficiency in assignment delivery—including requirements gathering—and presentation of results reflecting high-quality standards.
• Competence in risk management practices ensuring quality assurance throughout project execution.

What we offer you

• Career development:At EY, your career is yours to shape! We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences
• Flexible work arrangements:Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.
• A comprehensive benefits package:From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally www.ey.com/au/benefits
• Salary:We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience.

Acknowledgement of Country

Our preferred applicant will be required to undertake employment screening by EY or our external third-party provider.

© 2025 Ernst & Young Australia. A member firm of Ernst & Young Global Limited. All Rights Reserved. Liability limited by a scheme approved under Professional StandardsLegislation.