Audit Admin Assistant - Assurance jobs at Ey in Canada, Toronto

EY Canada’s Corporate Development Office (CDO), responsible for managing mergers and acquisitions for EY Canada, has an exciting opportunity for a full-time position as an Assistant Director - Corporate Development. This role supports an important strategic inorganic growth objective of the firm as part of our All-In Strategy. In addition to the CDO, you will be a core member of our Strategic Investment Office, working closely with various areas of the business involved in:

• The identification and validation of potential acquisition targets and management of transactions from inception through due diligence, day 1 readiness, successful closure, onboarding, and integration into the firm.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Deal Sourcing, Target Analysis and Administration
• Work with our business leaders across Service Lines, Sub-service lines, Competencies, Industry Groups and Sectors to understand the areas of strategic priority for inorganic growth.
• Develop and maintain a robust M&A pipeline, working directly with our leaders as well as through the running of markets scans, targeted research and relationships with investment bankers,
• Build strong internal relationships with our leaders, maintaining regular touch points to continue to drive deal origination.
• Take part in target outreach, supporting initial exploratory discussions and strategic alignment sessions.
• Develop a deep understanding of how EY assess targets in terms of Strategic, Cultural and Financial fit, leveraging that knowledge and experience to evaluate and document potential M&A
• targets, providing critical insights to assist leadership decide on the right opportunities to pursue.
• Support valuation modelling and business cases development.
• Support in the preparation of expressions of interest (EOI), letters of intent (LOI), and purchase and sale agreements (PSA).
• Maintain an awareness of M&A activity outside of EY, including market trends
• Maintain and enhance CDO governance, acquisition tracking, and reporting.
• Bring thought leadership around continuous improvement of CDO tools, processes and procedures including the use of AI and automation.
• Oversee and manage the acquisitions database, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information.
• Assist in Post Acquisition Reporting (PAR), and deal evaluation against business case.

Transaction Management Office (TMO)

• Working with the Director of Corporate Development, you will have the opportunity to lead the TMO on certain transactions, providing TMO support on others, as appropriate.
• Help plan and execute due diligence and day 1 readiness activities, coordinating across multiple internal workstreams and target leadership.
• Build and maintain relationships with Target leadership, in many cases acting as a single point of contact.
• Manage and maintain transaction documentation: project kick-off materials, org charts, timeline & milestone charts, status updates, meeting notes, action logs, confidentiality NDA logs, etc.
• Identify, document, and manage program risks, ensuring all stakeholders are informed and appropriate actions are taken.
• Coordinate team meetings with multiple internal stakeholders and target leadership.
• Maintain constant communications across multiple workstreams, understanding and coordinating the flow of critical and relevant information to the right audiences in a timely manner.
• Lead team meetings, driving the agenda, identifying and tracking key decisions and actions.
• Coordinate the collection and distribution of diligence responses and supporting documentation shared by the target.
• Help ensure that we close transactions on a timely basis and have a robust onboarding and integration plan.

Strategic Investment Office (SIO)

• Act as a core member of the Strategic Investment Office, supporting its initiatives and objectives.
• Collaborate with the SIO team to assess investment requests and provide insights and recommendations.
• Assist in the development of business cases for investment requests, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
• Assist in the preparation of detailed investment reports and presentations for the Strategic Investment Committee (SIC).
• Engage with cross-functional teams to assist in the tracking and reporting on the performance of approved investments, providing analysis and insights to leadership.

What You Will Gain from This Role

• Broad Exposure : You’ll understand the “inner-workings” of EY, working directly with our Chief Investment Office (CIO), Director of Corporate Development, our newly formed Strategic Investment Committee (made up of our CIO, Chair & CEO, COO/CFO along with 3 other members of our EC) and your CDO and SIO team colleagues. You will also develop relationships with your colleagues in Finance, Global Corporate Development, CTO, C&I, Talent as well as with leaders across all Service Lines and Industry Groups. You’ll have direct insight and exposure into the strategic initiatives of the firm.
• Leadership : You’ll develop key leadership attributes, gain confidence in chairing discussions, presenting ideas, and managing critical decision points.
• Understand EY: You will develop a deeper understanding of the firm’s capabilities and strategic growth priorities.
• M&A Experience: You’ll hone your skills across the M&A transaction lifecycle, including financial modeling, due diligence processes, and integration strategies, including cross border transactions and intra-firm agreements.

What We Look For

• Positive Attitude : A strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and openness to welcome new challenges.
• Work Independently : Ability to work effectively under pressure and time constraints in an unstructured environment relying on self-direction.
• Creativity : Leverage past experiences to continuously improve and streamline processes.
• Teaming – Be dedicated to the program and help your team be successful.
• Strategic Mindset : Understand the ‘big picture’ of the transaction and its strategic importance.
• Organizational Skills : Diligently track, execute, and follow up on daily activities; manage your own and your team's workload effectively. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects andmeet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Consulting Skills : Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a high degree of proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint and financial analysis tools. Advanced Microsoft Suite skills considered anadvantage.
• Confidentiality : Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Executive Presence : Ability to work seamlessly with and direct the activities of senior leaders demonstrating credibility and inspiring confidence.
• Analytical Skills : Ability to synthesize information, draw conclusions, and make appropriate recommendations.
• Financial Modeling Skills : Proficiency in financial modeling and analysis tools is essential.
• Communications : Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely to a senior leadership audience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field
• CPA, CBV and or CFA designation or working towards it is considered an asset

You will help finance leaders address the challenges and ongoing changes facing their business and manage the resulting repercussions on the accounting and finance function. You will partner with them to achieve their potential in accounting standards policy implementation and convergence, acquisitions, divestitures or optimization/restructuring. In addition, you will create innovative commercial insights for clients, and drive improvements in business processes.

Your key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain productive relationships with client management throughout the year.
• Establish expectations of value to be delivered.
• Participate in performing Canadian GAAP and IFRS analysis procedures, especially focusing on complex and/or specialized issues.
• Create reports and other deliverables.
• Understand the client's insurance business and recognize key performance drivers, business trends, and emerging technical and industry developments.
• Stay informed of general business/economic developments and their impact to the client.
• Develop people by encouraging individuals to think for themselves and take responsibility for their contributions to the team.
• Delegate work successfully.
• Conduct timely performance reviews and provide performance feedback/training. Lead by example.
• Use technology to continually learn, share knowledge with team members, and enhance service delivery.
• Demonstrate detailed understanding of key concepts and principles related to application of complex accounting standards, finance process improvements, project management and change
• management; show an ability to apply these consistently in engagement settings
• Maintain an educational program to continually develop skills. Maintain cooperative relationships with other engagement teams.
• Monitor the engagement team's progress against the plan and alter it when needed.
• Generate new business opportunities.
• Understand EY and its service lines and actively assess/present ways to apply knowledge and services.
• Develop long-term relationships and networks both internally and externally.

Skills and attributes for success

• Accounting expertise in IFRS and US GAAP specific to insurance, preferably with experience in IFRS 17.
• Ability to research accounting topics using a variety of sources and apply to transactions or contracts to develop accounting policy examples or recommendations. Experience preparing technical accounting memos or papers to define a transaction and provide application to accounting guidance for clients and EY executives
• Plan, manage and participate in various engagements (researching application of accounting standards to various transactions, assessing financial and governance processes, assisting with accounting framework transitions, comparisons of different company practices, developing and providing tailored training, etc.)
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to lead a team and develop business opportunities
• Knowledge of business trends, emerging technical and industry developments
• Excellent leadership and project management skills
• Able to manage multiple engagements and deadline-driven

What we look for

• A degree in accounting and/or other appropriate academic major and a minimum of 3-5 years’ relevant experience along with CPA, CA designation or equivalency
• Audit or business experience in financial statement close or the application of accounting standards specific to insurance companies
• Demonstrate mastery of key concepts and principles related to process improvements, project management and change management; show an ability to apply these consistently in engagement settings
• Impeccable client relationship skills
• A dedication to teamwork and leadership
• Good communication skills

Ideally, you’ll also

• Have the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic team-oriented environment

You will help finance leaders address the challenges and ongoing changes facing their business and manage the resulting repercussions on the accounting and finance function. You will partner with them to achieve their potential in accounting standards policy implementation and convergence, acquisitions, divestitures or optimization/restructuring. In addition, you will create innovative commercial insights for clients, and drive improvements in business processes.

Your key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain productive relationships with client management throughout the year.
• Establish expectations of value to be delivered.
• Participate in performing Canadian GAAP and IFRS analysis procedures, especially focusing on complex and/or specialized issues.
• Create reports and other deliverables.
• Understand the client's industry and recognize key performance drivers, business trends, and emerging technical and industry developments.
• Stay informed of general business/economic developments and their impact to the client.
• Develop people by encouraging individuals to think for themselves and take responsibility for their contributions to the team.
• Delegate work successfully.
• Conduct timely performance reviews and provide performance feedback/training. Lead by example.
• Use technology to continually learn, share knowledge with team members, and enhance service delivery.
• Demonstrate detailed understanding of key concepts and principles related to application of complex accounting standards, finance process improvements, project management and change management; show an ability to apply these consistently in engagement settings
• Maintain an educational program to continually develop skills. Maintain cooperative relationships with other engagement teams.
• Monitor the engagement team's progress against the plan and alter it when needed.
• Generate new business opportunities.
• Understand EY and its service lines and actively assess/present ways to apply knowledge and services.
• Develop long-term relationships and networks both internally and externally.

Skills and attributes for success

• Accounting experience in IFRS is required and exposure to US GAAP and/or ASPE is desired
• Ability to research accounting topics using a variety of sources and apply to transactions or contracts to develop accounting policy examples or recommendations. Experience preparing technical accounting memos or papers to define a transaction and provide application to accounting guidance for clients and EY executives
• Plan, manage and participate in various engagements (researching application of accounting standards to various transactions, assessing financial and governance processes, assisting with accounting framework transitions, comparisons of different company practices, developing and providing tailored training, etc.)
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to lead a team and develop business opportunities
• Knowledge of business trends, emerging technical and industry developments
• Excellent leadership and project management skills
• Able to manage multiple engagements and deadline-driven

What we look for

• A degree in accounting and/or other appropriate academic major and a minimum of 3-5 years’ relevant experience along with CPA, CA designation or equivalency
• Audit or business experience in financial statement close or the application of accounting standards
• Demonstrate mastery of key concepts and principles related to process improvements, project management and change management; show an ability to apply these consistently in engagement settings
• Impeccable client relationship skills
• A dedication to teamwork and leadership
• Good communication skills, with proficiency in English

Ideally, you’ll also

• Have the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic team-oriented environment

Your key responsibilities

As a Manager focused on NetSuite within our Finance Optimization competency, you will be an active contributor to teams focused on the growth and development of our NetSuite-enabled Finance Optimization service pillar including business development, client relationship management, opportunity management and client-facing engagement delivery. You will help finance leaders meet challenges that their teams are currently facing. You will offer them innovative advice for optimizing financial accounting and reporting processes leveraging NetSuite capabilities, using cutting-edge technologies and creating value for their organizations. You will serve as a NetSuite expert on our ERP-enabled finance optimization projects, advising clients on leading practices, system configuration, and optimization strategies and ensuring alignment with client business objectives and operational requirements. This will typically involve working with clients to assess the current state of existing systems and processes, identify pain points, and define requirements to achieve the client’s target operating model leveraging NetSuite capabilities. You will manage the full lifecycle of our NetSuite engagements, from initial scoping, requirement gathering through to implementation, training, and post-go-live support, preparing deliverables tailored to client needs. You will develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, effectively communicating complex NetSuite functionalities in simple terms and propose innovating business process improvements. Collaborating across cross-functional teams, you will integrate NetSuite with other business applications systems and ensure cohesive operation across platforms. As part of your practice development responsibilities, you will provide thought leadership and contribute to the growth of the FO NetSuite practice through business development and knowledge sharing, and mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and teamwork.

Skills and attributes for success

• Identification and assessment of business and operational needs, development of solutions tailored to client needs, assessment of the Finance function processes and technology environment, performance of operations diagnostics, optimization of financial processes, provision of tailored training, and other process improvements and NetSuite optimization for the key financial processes of:
• Order to Cash (O2C) covering from the order management through to Accounts Receivable and Collections.
• Procure to Pay (P2P) from procurement through Accounts Payable and Payment management
• Inventory management process, including inventory tracking, costing, and reporting to ensure accurate and efficient inventory control.
• Record to Report (R2R) under General Accounting covering general ledger, journal entries processing, automated bank matching / reconciliations, prepaids amortization schedules and expense allocation.
• Acquire to Retire (A2R) process from purchase to asset life cycle management.
• Optimization of the monthly financial statement close process (FSCP), including consolidation of multiple subsidiaries and foreign currency revaluation under Global Business Management.
• Report building and automation to streamline internal and external reporting and reduce the need for manual templates where possible.
• In addition, we assist clients in streaming data integration of various supporting applications that supplement NetSuite in some of the more specialized areas such as indirect taxes, expense reimbursements, accounts payable automation, etc.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with client management and maintain cooperative relationships and foster mutual support with other EY service line teams

What we look for

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Must hold the following NetSuite certifications: Administrator, ERP Consultant, Financial User, SuiteFoundation.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles; CPA designation is required.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in a NetSuite consulting and/or administrative role.
• Specific NetSuite module and third-party integration experience, such as Advanced Revenue Management (ARM), SuiteBilling, Fixed Assets Module (FAM), Zone Billing, Avalara, Salesforce, and Concur.
• Demonstrated experience in client-facing roles, with a proven ability to communicate effectively with external clients.
• Experience in leading and delivering complex technology implementation projects within a consulting or corporate environment.
• Proficiency in project management, with an ability to manage multiple engagements simultaneously. PMP Designation an asset but not required
• Experience in process optimization or business analysis, including business process documentation
• In-depth knowledge of typical finance processes such as Order-to-Cash, Procure-to-Pay, Record-to-Report, and Acquire-to-Retire, with the ability to apply this understanding to optimize and implement effective processes within NetSuite.
• Experience with inventory management processes, including inventory tracking, costing, and reporting.
• Leading and driving high-quality work products within expected timeframes and on budget
• Highly adaptable and open to change
• Excellent communication skills including verbal, written, and presentation Strong spoken and written English skills; French language skills is an asset
• A high level of motivation and a self-starting attitude
• Excellent project management and leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and meet deadlines
• A willingness to travel on short notice to meet client needs. Ability to travel 10-30%.

Ideally, you’ll also

• The ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic team-oriented environment
• The ability to develop relationships and rapidly build credibility and trust
• Demonstrated record of driving revenue within existing accounts and in developing new prospects within client organizations

As an Assurance Manager, you will be a professional member of our Toronto Audit practice. Together with our substantial investments in technology, knowledge, and learning resources for our audit professionals, you will be part of the team that delivers quality assurance services to our clients and their stakeholders.

Your key responsibilities

As an Assurance Manager, you will deliver quality assurance services to our clients and their stakeholders.

• Develop and maintain productive relationships with client management throughout the year. Establish expectations of value to be delivered.
• Participate in performing audit procedures, especially focusing on complex and/or specialized issues.
• Collaborate to plan engagement objectives and an audit strategy that complies with professional standards and appropriately addresses risk.
• Understand the client's industry and recognize key performance drivers, business trends, and emerging technical and industry developments.
• Stay informed of general business/economic developments and their impact to the client. Develop people by encouraging individuals to think for themselves and take responsibility for their contributions to the team.
• Delegate work successfully. Conduct timely performance reviews and provide performance feedback/training. Lead by example.
• Use technology to continually learn, share knowledge with team members, and enhance service delivery.
• Maintain an educational program to continually develop skills. Maintain cooperative relationships with other engagement teams.
• Monitor the engagement team's progress against the plan and alter it when needed. Generate new business opportunities.
• Understand E &Y and its service lines and actively assess/present ways to apply knowledge and services.
• Develop long-term relationships and networks both internally and externally.

To qualify for the role you must have

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting or related field with minimum of 5 to 7 years of relevant experience- Using IFRS and US GAAP
• Post-graduate diploma or degree in Accounting preferred
• Canadian CPA, CA designation or reciprocal CPA, CA designation recognized with the CICA mandatory
• Extensive knowledge of IFRS conversion
• Knowledge of SOX and GAAP
• Excellent project management skills
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• A dedication to teamwork and leadership
• Integrity within a professional environment

Ideally, you’ll also have

• The ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic team-oriented environment

As an Audit Administrative Assistant, you will be a professional member of the EY Assurance team. Together with our substantial investments in technology, knowledge, and learning resources for our audit professionals, you will be part of the team that delivers quality assurance services to our clients and their stakeholders

Your key responsibilities

As an Administrative Assistant, you will assist Audit Managers and Partners in organizing the workflow, supporting the organization of files, and communicating with the audit teams.

Skills and attributes for success

• Setting up new client files or rolling forward in Caseware/Canvas
• Working in MS Excel to manipulate trial balances for importing
• Importing trial balances into Caseware/Canvas
• Preparing and balancing financial statements in Caseware
• Updating/formatting financial statements, making adjusting entries
• Proofreading financial statements (if required)
• Prepare bank, A/R, A/P and inventory confirmations
• Finalizing financial statements, ensuring files have required sign offs and archiving
• Coordinating the flow of tax returns and review notes between tax and audit
• Preparing corporate/partnership/trust tax returns packages for client
• Organizing and saving signed tax documents
• Efiling tax returns/forms/Paper filing returns when necessary
• Maintain and organize the client directory
• Assist managers with client meeting presentations
• General help to organize the managers and facilitate communication and meetings
• Prepare covering letters, tax letters and all other correspondence
• Respond to any other duties as required

Lead marketing that powers Canada’s future.

We’re looking for a strategic thinker and an influential leader who can:

• Set the vision for sector marketing and translate it into actionable strategies that drive growth and market leadership.

• Partner with senior leaders to align marketing priorities with business objectives and deliver high-impact initiatives.

• Lead go-to-market programs that position EY as a trusted advisor and innovator in Industrials and Energy.

• Harness market intelligence to anticipate trends, identify opportunities, and inform strategic investments.

• Champion collaboration across industry groups, service lines, alliances and stakeholders to ensure seamless execution and measurable results.

• Inspire and develop talent, fostering a high-performing marketing team equipped to deliver excellence.

• Allocate budgets to optimize spend, drive performance and support the overarching marketing strategy.

• Track performance and ROI to ensure marketing activity delivers tangible impact.

What we look for

• Prior experience with brand and marketing strategy and campaign development, preference for experience within a professional services setting.
• Strong skills in managing and supporting multiple stakeholders across the portfolio.
• Strong grasp of data analytics, performance metrics, and full-funnel optimization.
• Professional maturity, resilience and adaptability.
• At ease managing multiple high-priority projects and navigating ambiguity in a deadline-driven and matrixed environment
• Strong leadership skills and experience with overseeing staff
• Process-driven, always looking for ways to improve efficiency and effectiveness
• Ability to work both independently and with the team, relying on strong influencing skills to achieve results
• A bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field is required. A graduate degree is preferred.
• A minimum of 10 years of relevant business experience.
• In-depth knowledge of professional services and its unique characteristics.
• Proven experience in program, project, and campaign management and execution.
• Strong skills in stakeholder management, with the ability to work comfortably with senior leaders.
• Comprehensive knowledge of marketing trends, execution, and measurement.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, stakeholders, and complex projects and initiatives simultaneously.
• This role involves interaction with internal and external clients and professionals nationally and globally. Professional competency in the English language is therefore a requirement of this role. Bilingualism in both French and English is considered an asset

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Past experience in professional services is highly desirable.
• B2B marketing experience an asset.

What we offer you

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer:

• Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

The salary range for this job in British Columbia is $92,300 to $153,800. Individual salaries within this range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and work location city.