Sustainability Manager - Financial Services jobs at Ey in Portugal, Lisbon

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver a comprehensive range of tax services tailored to FATCA, CRS, QI, DAC6, and DAC7 compliance for clients in the financial services sector (Banking, Insurance, Capital Markets, Asset Management) with a commitment to efficiency and quality.
• Assist in the creation, implementation, and maintenance of comprehensive tax policies and procedures specifically addressing FATCA and CRS requirements, ensuring alignment with local and global regulations;
• Provide detailed tax reporting, analysis, and validation services, focusing on compliance with DAC6 and DAC7 reporting obligations;
• Define, develop, and implement effective tax and reporting solutions that comply with both local and global regulations, including risk assessment frameworks for FATCA and CRS;
• Support the establishment, monitoring, evaluation, and interpretation of tax data, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with international tax standards;
• Aid in the implementation of key regulatory requirements and guidelines related to FATCA, CRS, QI, DAC6, and DAC7, keeping clients informed of changes in legislation and best practices;
• Identify risks and opportunities for improvement within tax functions, particularly in relation to compliance and reporting processes;
• Support team management and contribute to a collaborative work environment, ensuring that all team members are informed of regulatory changes and compliance requirements;
• Build and maintain professional and trusting relationships with clients and colleagues, fostering a flexible and team-oriented culture;
• Mentor and coach junior team members, leading by example and sharing best practices;
• Understand EY’s service lines and actively explore ways to enhance client service, particularly in the context of international tax compliance.

Skills and Attributes for Success

• In-depth technical knowledge of FATCA, CRS, QI, DAC6, and DAC7 regulations and their implications for financial services;
• Strong attention to detail and rigor in work, particularly in compliance and reporting;
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on identifying compliance risks and opportunities;
• A strong work ethic and commitment to quality in delivering tax services;
• Ability to manage multiple projects and present information clearly and concisely, particularly in the context of regulatory reporting;
• Professional integrity, confidentiality, and responsibility;
• Innovative and efficient approach to teamwork;
• Resourceful and able to thrive under pressure;
• Business acumen and a commercial mindset.

Qualifications

• Academic background in Law, Tax, Business, Economics, or related fields;
• Minimum of 3 to 4 years of professional experience in a Tax/Compliance role, primarily within Financial Services;
• Strong understanding of local and global tax requirements;
• Experience working in multicultural projects and environments;
• Fluent in both Portuguese and English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

What we look for

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident team player equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. If you’re ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.

EY offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with your work experience. 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.

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

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and providing tailored audit solutions.
• Lead the planning and execution of audit engagements, ensuring compliance with auditing standards and regulations.
• Supervise and mentor audit staff, providing guidance and support to enhance their professional development and performance.
• Ensure the quality and accuracy of audit work, reviewing deliverables and providing constructive feedback to team members.
• Identify and assess risks associated with audit engagements, developing strategies to mitigate those risks effectively.
• Prepare and present audit findings and recommendations to clients and stakeholders, ensuring clarity and actionable insights.
• Drive initiatives for process improvement within the audit function, leveraging technology and best practices to enhance efficiency.
• Stay updated on changes in accounting and auditing standards, ensuring that the audit team adheres to all relevant regulations.
• Participate in business development activities, identifying opportunities for new services and contributing to proposals and presentations.
• Work closely with other service lines and departments within EY to provide integrated solutions to clients.

• Ability to lead and motivate teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients and stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze complex information and make informed decisions.
• Focus on understanding and meeting client needs, building trust-based relationships.
• Ability to adapt to rapid changes in the business environment and client demands.
• Commitment to ethical values and responsible practices, aligning with EY's mission to build a better working world

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. A postgraduate degree or MBA is a plus.
• Relevant professional certifications, such as CPA, CA, or equivalent.
• A minimum of 5 to 7 years of experience in auditing, preferably in a large accounting firm or corporate environment.
• Strong understanding of auditing standards, accounting principles, and applicable regulations.
• Familiarity with auditing tools and data analysis software, as well as an understanding of technology trends and their application in auditing.

•Experience in consulting.
•Ability to work in multicultural projects and environments.
•Analytical mindset.

An effective communicator and you’ll be a confident team player equipped with strong people management skills; Creative, proactive, a team player, and able to work under pressure. It’s important to have a strategically focused mindset and the ability to deliver multiple projects and present information in a clear and concise manner. Business mindset and some commercial acumen. We value a strong work ethic, forward-thinking, and being a self-starter; If you’re ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.

We offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Plus, we offer support and coaching, opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career, and the freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you.

• 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.

As Manager, in ACR team, you will have the opportunity to benefit from an extraordinary global network working on challenge multi-service line projects and innovative global business solutions in the Accounting and Tax areas. Focused on the mission of improving the efficiency of organizations’ accounting compliance and reporting processes, you will work to efficiently prepare both local and consolidated financial statements, reduce year-end disruption and facilitate a smoother audit.

Your key responsibilities

• Providing a well-integrated broad array of accounting, tax compliance and reporting services for multiple clients with a high level of efficiency and quality;
• Assisting in the creation, implementation and maintenance of comprehensive accounting policy and procedure documentation to improve clarity and consistency of reporting;
• Developing accounting analysis and validations;
• Defining, developing and implementing effective accounting and reporting solutions and processes in accordance to local and global requirements;
• Assisting in establishing, monitoring, evaluating and interpreting accounting and tax data;
• Supporting the implementation of key regulatory requirements and guidelines;
• Identifying risks and/or improvement opportunities;
• Team management;
• Establishing professional and trust relationships with customers;
• Developing and implementing commercial strategies;
• Demonstrating in-depth technical capabilities and professional knowledge;
• Contributing to the team’s good productivity and motivation with good communication and cooperation to guarantee the best result;
• Understanding EY and its service lines and actively assess/present ways to serve clients.

Skills and attributes for success

• Technical rigor and attention to detail;
• Commercial acumen;
• Team and project management skills;
• High level of dynamism;
• Strong problem-solving skills;
• Efficient, innovative and team-oriented work environment;
• Demonstrate ability to assimilate new knowledge;
• A strong work ethic;
• Professional responsibility, confidentiality and integrity;
• Dedicated, innovative, resourceful and able to work under pressure;
• Team player and critical thinking;
• Forward thinker and self-starter.
  

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Academic Degree in Accounting, Tax, Economics, Finance or similar financial fields of studies;
• At least 6 years of professional experience in accounting, tax compliance and reporting roles;
• Familiarity with the financial services industry is valued;
• Background in consulting environment, mainly in Big4 or Second Tier companies, is valued;
• Good knowledge about international requirements: IAS, IFRS and/or US GAAP;
• Experience in team management;
• Some experience in business commercial development;
• Experience in ERP SAP, Navision, Primavera or another similar;
• Ability to work in multicultural projects and environments;
• Fluent written and verbal communication skills in both Portuguese and English.
  

Ideally, you’ll also have:

• Accounting or Tax professional certifications.
  

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident team player equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. If you’re ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.

EY offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with your work experience. 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.

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

As a Tech Lead, you will play a crucial role in guiding our development teams and supporting the overall technology strategy, using your experience in cloud and web development, Kubernetes, cloud concepts, full-stack development, and DevOps best practices, to enhance our projects and ensure high-quality deliveries.

Your key responsibilities

• Provide leadership and guidance in Fullstack development for software projects.
• Offer technical leadership and mentorship to development teams, promoting a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate in defining project requirements and translating technical specifications.
• Design and implement scalable solutions using Cloud Providers such as Azure, and potentially in on-premises environments using technologies like Kubernetes.
• Oversee the development of microservices and web applications using Java, NodeJS, React, Angular, and other relevant technologies.
• Define processes and manage DevOps teams in the implementation and management of CI/CD pipelines, integrating DevSecOps practices to ensure secure and efficient deployments.
• Develop and maintain Kubernetes-based infrastructures, ensuring high availability and application performance.
• Code review and providing constructive feedback to more junior team members to ensure adherence to best practices and coding standards.
• Staying updated with emerging technologies and industry trends, recommending improvements to enhance system architecture and development processes.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of software solutions with existing systems.

Skills and attributes for success

•Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
•Strong communication and interpersonal skills
•Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
•Experience with agile methodologies, especially Scrum

To qualify for the role, you must have

• 6+ years of experience in software development.
• Bachelor's degree in relevant fields, with proven experience as a Tech Lead or in a similar role, with a strong background in software development and architecture.
• Proficiency in backend programming languages such as Java, .Net.
• Proficiency in frontend web development frameworks such as Angular, React, or similar technologies.
• Familiarity with Kubernetes and DevOps.
• Strong understanding of software development methodologies and best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Portuguese and English.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Experience with microservices architecture and event-driven systems.
• Knowledge of monitoring tools such as Prometheus, ELK, and Grafana.
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks and best security practices in software development.
• Technologies such as: Kafka, MongoDB, Docker, Swagger, Elasticsearch, CI Pipelines, Websockets, Server-Sent Events.
• Experience with Scrum.
• Ability to work with and mentor more junior team members.
• Management of multifaceted development teams.
• Proactive communication.

What we look for

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident team player equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. If you’re ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.

What we offer
•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.

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

• Lead and manage complex transfer pricing projects, including documentation, planning, and compliance for multinational clients.
• Develop and implement transfer pricing policies and strategies that reflect the economic realities of clients' operations.
• Conduct economic analyses and benchmarking studies to support transfer pricing positions and defend them against tax authority scrutiny.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including tax, legal, and advisory, to ensure a cohesive approach to transfer pricing matters.
• Stay abreast of changes in transfer pricing regulations and industry trends to provide strategic insights and guidance to clients.
• Prepare and review transfer pricing documentation reports, ensuring compliance with local regulations and OECD guidelines.
• Mentor and develop junior staff members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and delivering tailored solutions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in transfer pricing, tax, or a related field, with a focus on multinational corporations.
• Strong knowledge of transfer pricing regulations, methodologies, and best practices, particularly in relation to OECD guidelines.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights.
• Proven project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with clients and team members.
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools for data analysis and reporting.

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident team player equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. If you’re ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.

EY offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with your work experience. 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.

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

The evaluation of government and public sector programs and policies is one of the fields of activity that is part of the EY Parthenon's Growth Strategy pillar. As Manager, specialized in the evaluation of public programs and policies, you will be part of the mission of building successful, purpose-driven organizations with sustainable growth strategies for long-term value.

Your key responsibilities

• Elaborating and managing evaluation studies about national and European programs and policies;
• Developing and monitoring projects and studies for the public sector in Portugal and for the European Commission;
• Analyzing and evaluating sectorial, regional, urban and thematic public policies;
• Impact assessment and analysis;
• Managing economic studies and consultancy;
• Team management;
• Establishing professional and trust relationships with customers and staff;
• Contributing to the team’s good productivity and motivation with good communication and cooperation to guarantee the best results.

Skills and attributes for success

• Excellent analytical and research skills;
• A strong work ethic, technical rigor and attention to detail;
• Willing to join a young and dynamic team in a challenging environment;
• Strong problem-solving skills;
• Professional responsibility, confidentiality and integrity;
• Efficient, innovative and team-oriented work environment;
• Dedicated, innovative, resourceful and able to work under pressure;
• Team player, critical thinking and self-starter.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Academic education in Economics or other social sciences;
• More than 5 years of professional experience in evaluating public programs and/or policies;
• Knowledge about structural funds support;
• Experience in team coordination;
• Good informatic skills;
• Ability to work in multicultural projects and environments;
• Availability to work in Portugal and abroad;
• Full English Proficiency.

What we look For

EY offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with your work experience. 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.
  

As an Assurance Professional, you will be a professional member of our Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS). Together with our substantial investments in technology, knowledge, and learning resources for our assurance professionals, you will be part of the team that delivers quality accounting and reporting services to our clients and their stakeholders.

As an experienced staff/senior, you will actively establish, maintain and strengthen internal and external relationships. You will help to develop long-term client relationships and networks, as well as develop relationships with team members across all EY practices to service client needs. By drawing on your knowledge and experience, you'll provide innovative commercial insights for clients, adapt methods and practices to fit operational team and cultural needs and contribute to thought leadership. You'll actively contribute to improving operational efficiency on projects and internal initiatives.
As an influential member of the team, you'll help to create a positive learning culture and will coach and counsel junior team members and help them to develop.

• Participate in Reporting Performance Improvement external client consulting engagements, which involve looking at a company’s internal finance and accounting processes and advising client on solutions around creating efficient process or improving existing processes.Assist in managing the financial aspects of engagements by organizing staffing, tracking fees and communicating issues to project leaders.
• Participate in business development initiatives.
• Build strong internal relationships within across EY’s various service lines.
To qualify for the role you must have
• Strong academic record including a bachelor's degree in accounting, management, economics or a related field;
• Experience in external/internal audit projects and would like to use this experience to provide solutions to clients as a consultant (2-5 years);
• Experience in project-based, financial management consulting engagements with clients in diverse sectors (2-5 years);
• Comfort using Microsoft Office Tools (with emphasis on excel and power point) to improve project efficiency in a autonomous way;
• Interest in structuring problems and researching and developing solutions for reporting/accounting issues;
• Excellent communication skills including verbal, written, and presentation;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an ability to think outside of the box and thrive on new challenges;
• Experience managing staff on multiple projects and providing direction to team members;
• A high level of motivation and a self-starting attitude.

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

What we look for

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident team player equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. If you’re ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.

• Support and coaching 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.