Assurance Data Technology Risk National Service Personnel jobs at Ey in Ghana, Accra

As a member of the Consulting Finance team, you will be required to support the transformation of our clients’ finance functions by providing innovative solutions to reengineer accounting policies and processes, internal controls, and risk management processes. Additionally, you will explore how reporting processes can be enhanced through the adoption of new technologies and reporting tools, including ERP and data analytics tools. We are seeking a finance professional who would work as a consultant to help transform our clients’ finance functions in the private sector, with innovative services aimed at enhancing the value of our clients' businesses.

Key responsibilities

Client Responsibilities

• Actively participate in engagement delivery.
• Actively participate in market development activities.
• Actively contribute insight and ideas and assist in drafting high quality project reports.
• Participate in research and support the development of the private sector finance portfolio
• Keep abreast of current industry and economic developments relevant to our client's business.
• Demonstrate high levels of technical and professional knowledge.
• Use technology and tools to continually learn and innovate, share knowledge with team members and enhance the delivery of services.

To qualify for the role, you must have the following:

Technical Skills and Experience

• Consulting experience is highly desired
• At least five years’ experience delivering change in a Finance function environment – gained either from prior experience in consulting, working in the private or public sector/government parastatal within the operational finance or accounting function.
• Understanding of finance processes and finance technology, including but not limited to ERP, Reporting/Visualization systems & tools.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, Odoo, Sage etc
• Strong written and verbal communication, presentation and technical writing skills
• Display teamwork, integrity and leadership

Educational and Academic Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics or Business Administration from a reputable institution
• Professional Certification in Accounting (CA Ghana, ACCA or CIMA) is a plus
• An advanced degree from a reputable institution will be a bonus

We offer you

• Work with a bright, friendly, enthusiastic and energetic team
• An opportunity to develop your personal and business skills by working on challenging projects with some of the most well-known companies as well as through our extensive learning and development programs
• Receive a competitive remuneration package

Job Purpose

As a National Service Personnel in the Climate Change and Sustainability Services (CCaSS) team, you will play a vital role in assisting the team as they navigate the complexities of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues of the firm’s clients. Your work will involve collaborating with a team to support clients in integrating sustainability into their operations, managing climate-related risks, and complying with evolving regulations. You will contribute to providing insights on sustainability strategies, climate change mitigation, decarbonisation, and sustainability reporting among others. This role requires a keen interest in climate change and sustainability issues, analytical skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at various levels.

Key Responsibilities

Carrying out your work in line with a given work-programmes as they relate to:

• Client Engagement:

• Support the team in client engagements focused on climate change and sustainability strategies.

• Assist in developing sustainability assessments, strategies, and action plans.

• Help support the team in advising clients on climate risk management and sustainability reporting.

• Sustainability Reporting:

• Aid the team in developing sustainability reports in line with local and international frameworks (e.g., GRI, TCFD, SASB, ISSB, Bank of Ghana Sustainable Banking Principles and Sector Guidance Notes, Bank of Ghana Climate-Related Financial Risk Directive).

• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and reporting standards.

• Provide support in integrating sustainability metrics into financial and non-financial reporting.

• Climate Risk Assessment:

• Assist the team in conducting climate risk assessments, including scenario analysis and climate resilience planning.

• Help support the team in advising clients on regulatory requirements related to climate change, including disclosures and compliance.

• Strategy Development:

• Collaborate with the team to support the development and implementation of sustainability strategies that align with clients' business objectives.

• Identify opportunities for clients to reduce their environmental impact and improve sustainability performance.

• Project Management:

• Assist in managing project timelines, budgets, and deliverables, ensuring high-quality outcomes.

• Coordinate with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders to support project delivery.

• Stakeholder Engagement:

• Engage with a range of stakeholders, including senior management, regulators, investors, and community groups.

• Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and presentations to build capacity on sustainability issues.

• Research and Analysis:

• Stay updated on global trends, regulations, and best practices in sustainability and climate change.

• Conduct research on emerging sustainability issues and provide insights to the team and clients.

• Business Development:

• Support business development activities, including proposal writing and client presentations.

• Identify new opportunities for service offerings and assist in expanding the firm’s sustainability practice.

• Additional Skills
  • Keep accurate working papers on work done
  • Timely, bring work related challenges to the attention of your team leader and or manager
  • Undertake all works that will be assigned to you for the purpose of meeting internal and clients’ objectives

Education and Qualifications:

• Final year university student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in sustainability related fields such as Environmental Science, Sustainability, Climate Change, Engineering and Geography.
• Expected CGPA of a Second Class Upper or better.

Experience:

• No prior work experience is required; however, relevant academic projects in related topics and/or internships in sustainability consulting or climate change advisory will provide evidence of added advantage.

Technical Skills:

• Basic understanding of sustainability frameworks (e.g., GRI, CDP, TCFD, SASB, ISSB, Bank of Ghana Sustainable Banking Principles and Sector Guidance Notes, Bank of Ghana Climate-Related Financial Risk Directive).
• Familiarity with climate risk assessment tools and methodologies is a plus.
• Proficiency in data analysis and environmental modelling is beneficial.

Soft Skills:

• Strong writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively within a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Other Requirements:

• Willingness to travel as needed for client engagements.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development in sustainability and climate change.

We Offer You:

• Work with a bright, friendly, enthusiastic, and energetic team.
• Develop your personal and business skills by working on challenging projects with well-known companies and through our extensive learning and development programmes.

When you join us, you will gain unique experiences and valuable knowledge working across capabilities, sectors and geographies which can give you the opportunity to take your career in the direction you want.

Key and Client responsibilities:

• Assisting in gathering and analyzing data related to client workforce metrics, employee engagement surveys and organizational culture assessments to provide insights and recommendations.
• Collaborating with senior consultants to support the delivery of client projects, including preparing presentations, drafting reports and contributing to the development of client solutions.
• Assisting with research on industry trends, best practices and benchmarking data to inform client strategies and enhance the effectiveness of consulting recommendations.
• Engaging with clients through meetings and workshops, taking notes, and ensuring that client needs and feedback are documented and addressed throughout the consulting process.
• Providing administrative assistance to the consulting team, including scheduling meetings, organizing project documentation and maintaining project timelines to ensure smooth project execution.
• Assist project teams with client engagement such as, the design, implementation, communication and monitoring of projects across the People Consulting pillars - performance, talent, HR systems, reward, mobility and analytics
• Support project work streams by applying a proven EY approach and methodology based on global standards

People Responsibilities:

• Support project teams to ensure the optimal and efficient use of time and resources
• Demonstrate EY’s fundamental values: professional respect to all team members; personal accountability; integrity and trustworthiness; and teamwork

To qualify for the role, you must have the following:

• Ability to learn new technology and ability to learn quickly
• Good writing, communication and presentation skills
• Team player with leadership skills and aspirations
• Innovative thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated, positive attitude
• Attention to detail with a commitment to high quality and accuracy
• Desire to exceed expectations
• Interest in the different fields of advisory
• User level IT (Ms Office) knowledge

Education and Academic Qualification:

• Final year university student pursuing Human Resource Management(HRM)
• Expected CGPA of a Second Class Upper or better
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Proficient IT skills (Word, Excel, Power Point)
  

We offer you

• Work with a bright, friendly, enthusiastic and energetic team
• An opportunity to develop your personal and business skills by working on challenging projects with some of the most well-known companies as well as through our extensive learning and development programs
• Receive a competitive remuneration package

As a Senior Manager in Data & Technology Risk, you will be responsible for overseeing engagements across various industry sectors, including financial services, telecommunications, and energy. You will lead a team of professionals, ensuring effective IT risk management and data analytics practices while driving operational excellence and strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a high-performing team of data analysts and IT auditors, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented work environment.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement strategic plans for data analytics and IT risk assurance services, aligning with organizational goals and client needs.
• Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their IT environments, risks, and controls, and providing strategic insights to enhance their operations.
• Project Management: Oversee multiple audit engagements, ensuring timely delivery, adherence to budgets, and compliance with industry standards.
• Quality Assurance: Establish and maintain quality assurance processes for data analytics, ensuring accuracy and reliability in audit findings and recommendations.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process enhancements and automation, driving efficiency and effectiveness in audit methodologies and data analysis.
• Training and Development: Lead training initiatives for team members, ensuring continuous professional development and knowledge sharing within the team.
• Business Development: Drive business development efforts by identifying new opportunities and expanding existing client relationships in the data analytics and IT risk assurance space.
• Reporting and Insights: Prepare and present comprehensive reports to management and clients, summarizing audit findings, risk assessments, and strategic recommendations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) and Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) certifications.
• 10+ years of experience in IT risk assurance, data analytics, and audit support, with a strong focus on managerial roles.
• Proven experience in leading teams and managing complex projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable business insights.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a track record of engaging stakeholders at all levels.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with audit standards and security frameworks such as COBIT, SOX, ISO27001/2, and ISO22301.
• Experience with emerging technologies such as AI and Machine Learning.
• Strong project management skills, including budgeting and resource allocation.
• Proficiency in data analytics tools and techniques, including Power BI, Alteryx, Python, and SQL.
• Ability to interpret and analyse complex data sets to drive strategic decision-making.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A dynamic and inclusive work environment.

Job Purpose

As a National Service Personnel within our Business Consulting team, you will work within diverse teams on various engagements in different industry sectors to assist with solving a whole range of complex tasks from the requirement to respond to the ever-changing demands of the market.

Your client responsibilities

Working in a team, you will assist with the clients in order to collect all necessary data/ information, obtain understanding of significant classes of transactions, perform substantive testing, maintain working papers, etc.

Specific Skills

• Project management
• Stakeholder management

Qualifications

• Final year university student pursuing Finance / Economics / Accounting or a related field.
• Expected CGPA of a Second Class Upper or better
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Proficient IT skills (Word, Excel, Power Point)

General Skills

• Ability to learn new technology and ability to learn quickly
• Good writing, communication, and presentation skills
• Team player with leadership skills and aspirations
• Innovative thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated, positive attitude
• Attention to detail with a commitment to high quality and accuracy
• Desire to exceed expectations
• Interest in the different fields of advisory
• User level IT (Ms Office) knowledge

We offer you

Receive a competitive remuneration package

Your client responsibilities

• Supporting the development of strategic plans for clients, including market entry strategies, growth plans and operational improvements.
• Participating in client meetings and workshops to understand their strategic objectives and to provide relevant insights and analysis.
• Preparing presentations, information memoranda and other transaction-related documents for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Assisting with the coordination of transaction processes, including communication with clients, legal advisors and other professionals involved in the deal.
• Assisting in the due diligence process by collecting, organizing and analysing financial and operational data from target companies.
• Supporting the team in identifying risks and opportunities associated with potential transactions.
• Conducting research on industry trends, market conditions and competitive landscapes to inform transaction strategies.
• Gathering data from various sources to create industry reports that help in understanding the market dynamics relevant to client projects.
• Assisting in the analysis of financial statements and the preparation of financial metrics to support valuation and strategic decision-making.

Your people responsibilities

• Positive attitude and demonstrate willingness to learn;
• Work constructively with team.

Qualifications

• Final year university student of a recognised Tertiary Institution
• Expected CGPA of a Second Class Upper or better
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (other language is a plus)
• Proficient IT skills (Word, Excel, Power Point)
• A student member or affiliate of the ICAG/ACCA/CIMA OR a high motivation and drive to pursue a professional accountant qualification. Membership of ICAG/ACCA/CIMA is an advantage.

Skills

• Self-motivated, positive attitude
• Willingness to learn
• Attention to detail with a commitment to high quality and accuracy
• Desire to exceed expectations
• Interest in the different fields of Taxation
• User level IT (Ms Office) knowledge

We offer you

Receive a competitive intern remuneration package

Your client responsibilities

• Prepare various tax returns and supporting schedules and assist with the filing of the returns
• Prepare tax advice for clients and assist with the procurement of tax exemptions and waivers
• Liaise with the GRA on behalf of clients
• Work effectively as a team member, sharing responsibility, providing support, maintaining communication and updating senior team members on progress
• Develop and maintain productive working relationships with client personnel
• Comply with risk management procedures
• Build strong internal relationships within the business tax compliance team and across other service lines.

Your people responsibilities

• Positive attitude and demonstrate willingness to learn
• Work constructively with team.

Qualifications

• Final year university student of a recognised Tertiary Institution
• Expected CGPA of a Second Class Upper or better
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (other language is a plus)
• Proficient IT skills (Word, Excel, Power Point)
• A student member or affiliate of the ICAG/ACCA OR a high motivation and drive to pursue a professional accounting/tax qualification.

Skills

• Self-motivated, positive attitude
• Willingness to learn
• Attention to detail with a commitment to high quality and accuracy
• Desire to exceed expectations
• Interest in the different fields of Taxation
• User level IT (Ms Office) knowledge

We offer you

• Work with a bright, friendly, enthusiastic and energetic team
• Develop your personal and business skills by working on challenging projects with some of the most well-known companies as well as through our extensive learning and development programs
• Receive a competitive intern remuneration package