External Audit Manager Assurance jobs at Ey in Singapore, Singapore

As a Manager/Senior Manager, you will support the organizations in the implementation of company-wide end-to-end Supply Chain planning programs - from strategy and concept to development and implementation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Deliver as part of a globally diverse consulting team entrusted with the task of delivering Supply Chain engagements for clients across various industries
• Lead projects involving Blue Yonder/JDA software, encompassing global solution design, system implementation, testing, and configuration to align with client specifications and meet business objectives.
• Collaborate with extended teams and clients to architect and implement actionable supply chain transformations.
• Develop planning solutions, devise operational models, facilitate workshops, and conduct thorough fit gap assessments to bridge current and desired states.
• Translate business requirements into practical technical functionalities, leveraging skills in o9, OMP, or similar platforms.
• Validate and review data, while constructing optimization models, analytical reports, and presentations.
• Offer innovative solutions to tackle unstructured problems.
• Pursue continuous upskilling to enhance proficiency in planning capabilities, particularly focusing on Blue Yonder software.
• Possessing specialization in a specific sector (CPG/FMCG, Automotive, Pharma, etc.) would be an added advantage.

• A recognized university degree in Supply Chain Management, Computer Science, IT, Computer Engineering, MIS, Mathematics or business or related field.
• Extensive leadership experience spanning over ten years, focusing on project delivery within Supply Chain Management, particularly in Supply Planning and Demand Management.
• Proficiency in Value Chain Synchronization and familiarity with Supply Chain Re-Invention concepts would be advantageous.
• Hands-on knowledge of BY (or other leading solutions) Supply Chain Planning applications such as:
  • Demand
  • Replenishment/Deployment Planning
  • Supply Planning
  • Inventory Optimization
  • Sales & Operations Planning
  • Scheduling/Sequencing
  • Control Tower Optimization.
• Expertise in Advanced Planning tools like JDA, OM Partners, o9, and/or Kinaxis is essential.
• Deep functional/domain knowledge and practical experience in configurations, training, knowledge transfer, customer communications, and documentation within Blue Yonder and/or Kinaxis environments.
• Leadership and management involvement in a minimum of 2-3 full lifecycle Supply Chain Planning implementations within large and complex settings.
• Lead and participate in various project phases including gathering business requirements, transforming them into application requirements, conducting Fit-Gap Analysis, leading Functional Design approval processes, collaborating with development teams for testing and solution delivery, assisting customers during User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and preparing and reviewing documentations.
• Subject matter expertise in areas like Inventory Planning, Planning Horizons, and Modelling Supply Chain Constraints.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, adept presentation abilities, strong client service orientation, and technical writing capabilities, coupled with a keen interest in further developing and integrating enterprise business processes with technological skills.
• Willingness to undertake substantial travel as per business requirements.

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 leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization.

What we offer

EY offers a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Plus, 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.

Join our External Audit team and you will help our clients meet their reporting requirements by providing an objective and independent examination of their financial statements. In addition, you will conduct timely and constructive discussions with the management on accounting and reporting matters and provide a robust and clear perspective to audit committees.

Your key responsibilities

• Support the planning, execution and delivery of assurance engagements
• Clearly and accurately document the execution of specific audit procedures as defined by the engagement objectives, audit client's engagement history, and planned audit approach
• Recognize potential audit issues or unusual relationships from basic analysis of the financial statements and communicate them to the assurance team

Skills and attributes for success

• Work effectively as a team member, sharing responsibility, providing support, maintaining communication and updating senior team members on progress
• Contribute ideas/opinions to the assurance teams and listen/respond to other assurance team members' views
• Demonstrate professionalism and competence in the audit client's environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Good project management skills
• Integrity within a professional environment

To qualify for the role, you must have:

• A degree in Accountancy/ Business related
• Min 1 year's relevant work experience in the audit field

Ideally, you’ll also have:

• Prior working experience in global professional services organization or mid-tier firms will be highly advantageous

What we offer

EY offers a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Plus, 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

It has multiple fields of play such as:Finance Consulting- we provide a unique combination of industry-specific, strategic, operational and financial insights, digital technology advances and strategic alliance partners to deliver better outcomes and also help clients effect fundamental change in their operations' performance to support sales growth, become more cost competitive, minimize risk and ensure operational resilience.

Your key responsibilities

• The Commercial Transformation team focuses on strategy, future operating models, experience design, platforms, innovation and execution. The sheer nature of wide scope of work will require you to collaborate across teams to bring the best of EY to solve the client’s problem statements
• Support senior team in developing new content for our clients which can include market research/sizing, as well as creating scalable digital solutions that solve teething client issues
• Prepare timely, quality output and deliverables per client’s needs
• Participate in business development activities and create client pitches and proposals
• Form part of our client project delivery teams where you will manage deliverables, analyze data, prepare presentations and design solutions

Skills And Attributes For Success

Technical Excellence

• Expertise in two or more of the areas listed – Go to Market Strategy / Commercial Diligence / Business planning / Performance improvement of internal operations
• Experience handling consulting/ technology led transformation projects
• Experience in business development through building of proposal, value proposition for client needs

Qualification

• Degree in Engineering, Accountancy, Business, Finance, or Quantitative disciplines is preferred and currently in your final year of undergraduate study.
• Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal, presentation, business writing and interest in further designing, developing and integrating business operations and technology
• Strong analytical skills
• Familiarity with Powerpoint and Excel
• Able to research client inquiries and emerging issues

Ideally you should also bring core sector expertise in one or more of the following sectors –consumer products, healthcare and life science.

Soft Skills we look out for

• An attitude to learn, approach problems head on, to be willing to roll your sleeves up to find solutions
• Structured problem solving, quantitative analysis, and storytelling skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work in collaborative and client-facing environments
• Strong business analysis experience

What Working At EY Offers

• We offer a competitive compensation package where you will be rewarded based on your performance and will be recognized for the value you bring to our business.
• Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues and mentors
• Opportunities to develop new skills and shape your career the way you want to
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that is right for you
• A diverse and inclusive culture. You will be embraced for who you are and will be 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.

1) Data Architecture & Engineering

• Design and implement enterprise-scale data architectures, including data lakes, warehouses, and real-time streaming platforms.
• Develop and maintain ETL/ELT pipelines that efficiently process large volumes of structured and unstructured data from diverse sources.
• Ensure data quality, governance, and security standards are embedded throughout all data engineering processes.

2) Technical Implementation

• Hands-on development of Databricks notebooks using PySpark, Python, and SQL for ETL automation.
• Create and optimise PySpark scripts for efficient data extraction, transformation, and loading from large datasets.
• Implement custom data manipulation, validation, and error handling solutions to enhance ETL robustness.

3) Technical Guidance

• Provide technical mentorship to junior data engineers and analysts.
• Lead code reviews, establish best practices, and drive adoption of modern data engineering tools and methodologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including data scientists, analysts, and software engineers to deliver integrated solutions.

4) Performance & Optimisation

• Monitor and optimise data pipeline performance, implementing solutions for scalability and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct testing, debugging, and troubleshooting of data transformation processes.
• Verify data integrity throughout pipeline stages and resolve complex technical issues.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or related field OR Master's Degree in Data Engineering, Computer Science, or MBA (preferred)
• 5-7 years of data engineering experience with AWS-native implementations
• Proven experience working as part of a data engineering team on ETL migration projects
• Hands-on experience implementing Databricks notebooks using PySpark, Python, and SQL for ETL automation
• Demonstrated expertise developing PySpark scripts for efficient data extraction, transformation, and loading from large datasets
• Experience utilising Python for custom data manipulation, validation, and error handling in ETL processes
• Proficiency employing SQL for complex joins, aggregations, and database operations within Databricks environments
• Track record of testing, debugging, and optimising data transformation processes for accuracy and performance
• Experience verifying data integrity throughout pipeline stages and resolving troubleshooting issues
• Proven ability collaborating with cross-functional teams to align ETL migration tasks with project goals and deadlines
• Experience in government sector data projects and compliance requirements (preferred)
• Experience in HR domain including workforce analytics, payroll systems, and employee data management (preferred)
• Experience providing technical mentorship to junior team members (preferred)
• Certified in:
  • AWS Certified Data Engineer - Associate (preferred)
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect or AWS Certified Big Data - Specialty (preferred)
  • Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate or Professional
  • Amazon Redshift or Snowflake certifications
  • Agile/Scrum Master certification (preferred)

1) Technical Skills:

• AWS cloud platform expertise (Redshift, S3, Glue, EMR, Kinesis, Lambda)
• Databricks platform proficiency with PySpark, Python, and SQL implementation
• Data warehouse design and implementation (Amazon Redshift, Snowflake on AWS)
• ETL/ELT migration project experience and pipeline development
• Real-time streaming technologies (Kinesis Data Streams, Kafka)
• Data exchange platforms and API integration (AWS Data Exchange, Partner APIs)

2) Communication Skills:

• Clear written and verbal communication of technical concepts to non-technical
  stakeholders
• Presentation and reporting abilities for executive audiences
• Active listening to understand business requirements
• Stakeholder management across technical and business teams
• Meeting facilitation for technical design sessions

3) Leadership Skills:

• Technical mentorship and guidance for junior engineers
• Conflict resolution in cross-functional project environments
• Decision-making under pressure for critical data system issues
• Knowledge transfer and coaching abilities
• Change management for data platform migrations

4) Organisational Skills:

• Time management across multiple concurrent data projects
• Resource allocation for optimal pipeline performance
• Multi-tasking coordination of data engineering deliverables
• Attention to detail in data quality and governance processes
• Documentation of technical specifications and system architecture

5) Problem-Solving Skills:

• Critical thinking for complex AWS data architecture challenges
• Creative solution development for scalability and performance issues
• Issue escalation and resolution for production data systems
• Adaptability to evolving business and technical requirements
• Strategic planning for AWS data infrastructure roadmaps

6) Interpersonal Skills:

• Relationship building with business stakeholders and technical teams
• Negotiation of technical requirements and project timelines
• Emotional intelligence in managing diverse project teams
• Cultural awareness in global data initiatives
• Customer service orientation for internal data consumers

What we look for

EY offers a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Plus, 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.

Company description

All in to shape the future with confidence.

You will play a key role in defining the way Private Equity ("PE") and PE Fund of Fund General Partners ("GP") meet their reporting requirements for fund controllership, investment books and records, regulatory, tax, and financial statement. Top-tier GPs and investment managers are increasingly looking to EY to provide operational services for critical functions, in parallel with their current custodians. Join our team in building a new service model and identifying innovative ways for GPs to their manage books and records and create, accurate, and timely fund financial statements.

Your key responsibilities

• Understand the intricacies of PE and PE Fund-of-Fund accounting operations and financial statement reporting
• Perform critical accounting activities, including capital calls, distributions, quarterly valuations, accruals, and transaction processing
• Manage associate and entry-level staff to drive execution of daily accounting activities and provide high-quality work within expected timeframes and budget
• Be part of defining new procedures and controls to enhance the overall operational risk process
  Drive high-quality work products within expected timeframes and budgets
• Assist with managing risks and ensuring key stakeholders are kept informed about progress and expected outcomes
• Stay current on business and industry trends relevant to our clients, including the latest PE fund structures and investment record keeping standards
• Deliver client and process requirements in a regulatory driven environment, and understanding operationally complex fund controllership principles
• Develop relationships with team members across multiple geographic locations and time zones

Skills and attributes for success

• Understanding of processes and ability to execute detailed procedures based on knowledge of fund controllership, investment books and records, and/or financial statement processes, and regulatory filing principles
• Mastery of the intricacies in private equity and PE Fund of Funds, fund controllership and/or financial reporting
• Knowledge of PE and Fund of Funds investment characteristics and the application of regulatory and financial reporting rules to those investments

To qualify for the role, you must have:

• A bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, economics, finance, or related discipline
• Minimum 3 years of work experience related to fund controllership, fund valuation, capital calls and distributions, board reporting and production of audited financial statements
• Experience related to fund controllership, investment books and records, and/or fund administration
• Analytical skills, especially an understanding of transaction posting, and investment trial balance debits and credits related to fund controllership, investment books and records and asset management
• Strong proven communication skills demonstrated through effective writing and presentations to clients and internal stakeholders; based on critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• An understanding of financial products and services, in particular private equity funds
• An interest in working in an environment which encourages continuous learning, development, and identification of opportunities for improvement of individual and team performance
• A willingness to work in an office when production activities require but will have the flexibility to work remotely (average 3 days / week in-office requirement)

Ideally, you’ll also have:

• CPA
• Experience in financial statement reporting/analysis
• Effective leadership, project management, and organizational skills
• Experience with software tools including document management systems, workflow systems, partnership accounting, investment accounting such as eFront, Investran, or other investment sub-ledger software
• Experience in financial statement reporting/analysis

What we look for

You should be flexible and able to juggle multiple responsibilities, including delivery of exceptional quality work to our clients. In addition, you’ll be a motivated self-starter, and will value sharing best practices with your colleagues and leaders.

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 includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

Plus, 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.

Job Description

• In depth IGA experience - functional knowledge on JML, access certification, approvals, reports, access requests
• Saviynt tool implementation knowledge of minimum 3-4 years
• Good experience with Saviynt connectors – both HR source and target systems
• Good Sql, json, ldap knowledge
• Exposure to Saviynt modules - Access Request (ARS), Access Certification, Analytics, SOD(advanced feature), custom forms, reporting, dashboards
• Understanding of integration with REST, SOAP based applications
• Understanding of SAAS, SSL concepts
• Good communication and stakeholder interaction skills

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.

Join our External Audit team and you will help our clients meet their reporting requirements by providing an objective and independent examination of their financial statements. In addition, you will conduct timely and constructive discussions with the management on accounting and reporting matters and provide a robust and clear perspective to audit committees.

Your key responsibilities

• Manage assurance engagements by defining the audit strategy in consultation with the senior manager/partner and execute it in compliance with EY's policies and protocols. When required, you'll personally execute complex audit procedures and lead teams or parts of teams on engagements, depending on the size of the engagement.
• Manage projects and engagements profitably by leading the team to perform efficiently.
• Monitor the assurance team's progress against the plan and alter it when needed
• Cultivate and manage business development opportunities. Generate new audit business opportunities by understanding EY and its service lines and actively assess/present ways to apply knowledge and services.
• Coach and develop people by sharing knowledge with team members and helping team members attain experiences that cultivate technical competencies.
• Develop people by encouraging individuals to think for themselves and take responsibility for their contributions to the assurance team.
• Conduct timely performance reviews and provide performance feedback/on-the-job training
• Maintain cooperative relationships with other assurance teams
• Develop and maintain long-term productive client relationships and networks.

Skills and attributes for success

• Work effectively as a team member, sharing responsibility, providing support, maintaining communication and updating senior team members on progress.
• Contribute ideas/opinions to the assurance teams and listen/respond to other assurance team members' views
• Demonstrate professionalism and competence in the audit client's environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Good project management skills
• Integrity within a professional environment

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Obtained CPA Singapore qualification
• At least 5 years of related work experience