Associate Data Analytics Windhoek jobs at Ey in Namibia, Windhoek

Requisition Id : 1649957

Analyst – FIDS

Your key responsibilities

• Planning and management
• Conducting audit/assessment/reviews in different cities
• Report reviewing
• Any other tasks that may deemed fit as per the requirement

Hiring duration:

• 1 month contract (With possibility od extension)

Skills and attributes for success

• Excellent oral and written abilities
• Proven relationship development and project management skills
• Strategic, operational and financial analysis acumen
• Ability to work independently once provided with direction
• Willingness to travel

To qualify for the role, you must have:

• A recognized University Degree in a related discipline
• This may include an undergraduate or post-graduate degree in Management/Business Administration, Law Engineering, Business Information/Technology, Finance, Public Administration, Data Sciences, etc.

Ideally you’ll also have

The person will be required to gather data from multiple sources, check the authenticity of the same data with the client objectives and presenting it in the desired format. The person will be responsible for his/her own output and has to make sure that the information gathered and presented is 100% correct

What we look for

People with the ability to work in a collaborative way to provide services across multiple client departments while adhering to commercial and legal requirements. You will need a practical approach to solving issues and complex problems with the ability to deliver insightful and practical solutions.

Primary purpose of this role
In Consulting, we provide a wide array of services to our clients, with a focus on Internal Audit and Risk Management. These services provide our clients with the comfort that their internal control environment is effective and efficient, in support term value creation.

You will primarily be responsible to execute internal audit engagements in line with client expectations. Building and maintaining exceptional long performance management and development of team members.

What you will be doing

• Team leader for internal audit assignments for our clients.
• First review of working papers prepared by team members.
• Drafting of high-quality internal audit reports.
• Providing on-the-job training to team members.

What we require

• Relevant degree in Accounting / Internal auditing or equivalent.
• Candidate must have passed at least 1 of the 3 parts to qualify as a Certified Internal Auditor.
• 3 years' consulting / internal audit experience.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Dedicated to teamwork and leadership.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and MS Teams.

What we offer

• Additional paid leave days.
• Study opportunities including a generous amount of study leave.

Client Rresponsibilities

• Implement leading data and analytics-based audit tools and approaches in the execution of audits
• Manage engagement economics and communicate significant issues to the Engagement Manager and Engagement Partners, as well as clients
• Understand our service offerings and actively identify opportunities to better serve clients
• Manage client expectations
• Managing audit teams, including in managing and coordinating audit engagements, setting engagement strategy, its execution and conclusion on financial statements.
• Manage audit engagements, manage risk and apply professional scepticism
• Apply risk management policies and procedures on engagements with an understanding of global and local independence rules
• Assist Partners with generating new business opportunities and building client networks and relationships
• Enhance EY’s brand positioning through strong external relationships across a network of existing and future clients
• Building, fostering and maintaining client relationships
• Provide strategic and relevant insight, connectedness and responsiveness to all clients

Qualifications and Experience

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(Nam)) or ACCA member.
• Thorough knowledge of current auditing techniques
• Experience of the entire audit process
• Compliance with regulatory requirements
• Expreince within a blue-chip audit form would be advantagous
• 3 to 5 years post articles Audit experience

Technical skills requirements

• Minimum five years of relevant work experience preferred
• Strong understanding of IFRS, including IFRS 9 and IFRS 7
• Detailed understanding of risk-based auditing and risk and control strategies
• Understanding of Quality & Risk Management (Q&RM) procedures
• Compliance with and understanding of regulatory requirements

The ideal candidate

• Strong networking and communication skills. We're looking for someone who's comfortable reaching out and connecting with others, fostering positive relationships both within the team and externally.

• We require a person who practices complete honesty in their actions and communications. Your ability to uphold the highest standards of personal and professional integrity is crucial to this role.

• We value employees with a strong sense of ethics. We need someone who can make the right decisions, not just for the company, but for society as a whole.

• Superior interpersonal skills are a must. You should be comfortable working within a team, as well as interacting with clients. The ability to sensitively navigate and handle conflicts while maintaining strong relationships is also crucial.

• The ideal candidate must be sharp, analytical, and quick to grasp complex concepts. You should have an innate curiosity and a drive to continuously learn and grow, always staying abreast of industry news and trends.

Your key responsibilities

• Collaborate with Recruiters and senior Talent Attraction professionals to identify and engage candidates for roles in CESA.
• Utilize a range of sourcing tools to assist in identifying potential candidates and building a talent pipeline.
• Guide candidates through the recruitment process by providing information about EY’s vision, culture, and values.
• Screen applicants from the ATS for current opportunities and document preliminary interviews to share with hiring teams.
• Support the development of talent communities and assist in managing referral campaigns.
• Gather and analyze basic market data to support decision-making in sourcing strategies.
• Participate in regular meetings with Recruiters and stakeholders to align on targets and objectives.
• Assist in the creation of candidate marketing materials and techniques.

What we look for

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• A proactive and enthusiastic approach to candidate engagement.
• A team player who enjoys collaborating with others.
• Basic experience in recruiting or sourcing, preferably for entry to mid-level roles.
• Familiarity with online sourcing tools and techniques.
• A willingness to learn and develop skills in talent attraction and recruitment.
• Bachelor’s degree or relevant educational background.

What we offer

EY Global Delivery Services (GDS) is a dynamic and truly global delivery network. We work across nine locations – Argentina, Hungary, India, the Philippines, Poland, Sri Lanka, Mexico, Spain and the United Kingdom – and with teams from all EY service lines, geographies and sectors, playing a vital role in the delivery of the EY growth strategy. From accountants to coders to advisory consultants, we offer a wide variety of fulfilling career opportunities that span all business disciplines. In GDS, you will collaborate with EY teams on exciting projects and work with well-known brands from across the globe. We’ll introduce you to an ever-expanding ecosystem of people, learning, skills and insights that will stay with you throughout your career.

• Continuous learning : You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you : We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership : We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.

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

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Associate: Financial Due Diligence and Valuation (Windhoek, Namibia)

Your key responsibilities

You will be required to support in executing the financial due diligence procedures on the Target company which includes understanding and analysing profit drivers and trends, challenge assumptions of future financial performance, analyse working capital and cash flow drivers of the Target and analyse the balance sheet in the context of a transaction. You will gain exposure to identifying deal risks and upsides and issues impacting deal valuation. Our TD teams assist clients throughout the entire transaction process.

Skills and attributes for success

• Analyse financial/operational results of targets through reviewing accounting records and conducting interviews with management
• Participate in due diligence engagements related to acquisitions by private equity investor groups and strategic corporate buyers
• Prepare/evaluate pro forma financial information
• Identify issues for purchase price reductions, deal structuring or deal termination
• Identify post-acquisition action steps to achieve anticipated earnings/cash flow improvements
• Evaluate effects of seasonality on cash flow requirements. Perform industry and company research
• Correlate due diligence findings with client valuations.
• Manage expectations of service.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Accounting and/or related major.
• CA(Nam) or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years of accounting experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong computer skills
• Project management skills
• People management skills

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
• Dedication to teamwork
• Strong work initiative and the ability to adapt to new challenges and ideas
• Willingness to team and learn.
• A self-starter and results-oriented mindset

What we offer

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. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning 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

Client Rresponsibilities

• Implement leading data and analytics-based audit tools and approaches in the execution of audits
• Manage engagement economics and communicate significant issues to the Engagement Manager and Engagement Partners, as well as clients
• Understand our service offerings and actively identify opportunities to better serve clients
• Manage client expectations
• Managing audit teams, including in managing and coordinating audit engagements, setting engagement strategy, its execution and conclusion on financial statements.
• Manage audit engagements, manage risk and apply professional scepticism
• Apply risk management policies and procedures on engagements with an understanding of global and local independence rules
• Assist Partners with generating new business opportunities and building client networks and relationships
• Enhance EY’s brand positioning through strong external relationships across a network of existing and future clients
• Building, fostering and maintaining client relationships
• Provide strategic and relevant insight, connectedness and responsiveness to all clients

Qualifications and Experience

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(Nam)) or ACCA member.
• Thorough knowledge of current auditing techniques
• Experience of the entire audit process
• Compliance with regulatory requirements
• Expreince within a blue-chip audit form would be advantagous
• 3 to 5 years post articles Audit experience

Technical skills requirements

• Minimum five years of relevant work experience preferred
• Strong understanding of IFRS, including IFRS 9 and IFRS 7
• Detailed understanding of risk-based auditing and risk and control strategies
• Understanding of Quality & Risk Management (Q&RM) procedures
• Compliance with and understanding of regulatory requirements

The ideal candidate

• Strong networking and communication skills. We're looking for someone who's comfortable reaching out and connecting with others, fostering positive relationships both within the team and externally.

• We require a person who practices complete honesty in their actions and communications. Your ability to uphold the highest standards of personal and professional integrity is crucial to this role.

• We value employees with a strong sense of ethics. We need someone who can make the right decisions, not just for the company, but for society as a whole.

• Superior interpersonal skills are a must. You should be comfortable working within a team, as well as interacting with clients. The ability to sensitively navigate and handle conflicts while maintaining strong relationships is also crucial.

• The ideal candidate must be sharp, analytical, and quick to grasp complex concepts. You should have an innate curiosity and a drive to continuously learn and grow, always staying abreast of industry news and trends.

Client Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning, execution, and conclusion of audit engagements, including managing risk and ensuring compliance with regulatory and professional standards.
• Manage engagement economics, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met, while communicating significant issues to clients, Engagement Managers, and Partners.
• Leverage data-driven audit tools and analytics to deliver high-quality audits for financial institutions, including banks and insurance companies.
• Develop a deep understanding of client needs within the financial services sector, proactively identifying opportunities to better serve banking and insurance clients.
• Build, foster, and maintain strong client relationships, providing strategic insights that add value to clients in the financial services sector.
• Cultivate and manage team relationships and dynamics to develop highest performing teams for audit engagements, while empowering and mentoring trainee accountants during engagements.
• Actively contribute to generating new business opportunities and expanding client networks, particularly within the banking and insurance industries.
• Enhance EY’s brand in the Namibian financial services market through thought leadership and a commitment to quality.

Qualifications and Experience

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(Nam)) or ACCA member.
• Thorough knowledge of current auditing techniques, particularly in banking and insurance contexts.
• In-depth experience with the application of IFRS standards, including IFRS 9 (Financial Instruments) and IFRS 17 (Insurance Contracts).
• A proven track record of audit experience within an audit firm or leading financial institutions.
• 3 to 5 years of post-articles audit experience, preferably in financial services.

Technical Skills Requirements

• A strong understanding of risk-based auditing, control strategies, and regulatory compliance specific to banking and insurance.
• Experience with Quality & Risk Management (Q&RM) procedures.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks governing financial institutions in Namibia, including Bank of Namibia and NAMFISA requirements.
• Proficiency in managing teams and projects, with a focus on delivering exceptional client outcomes.

The Ideal Candidate

• Integrity and Ethics: Demonstrates unwavering honesty and the highest standards of professional behavior.
• Networking and Communication: A natural relationship builder, comfortable connecting with diverse stakeholders and fostering positive client relationships.
• Interpersonal Skills: Excels at collaboration, conflict resolution, and maintaining strong team dynamics.
• Analytical Mindset: Sharp, curious, and adaptable, with a drive to stay ahead of industry trends and innovations.
• Coaching: Be willing and able to train and coach trainee accountants during the audits (on the job coaching).