Audit Advisor - Assurance Services jobs at Ey in United States, San Diego

Our National Tax Department (NTD) serves high-profile, national and multinational clients, providing a range of domestic and international transactional tax planning services and tax-related advisory services. The combination of knowledge and experience forms the basis of our ability to assist clients in meeting their business objectives. We believe that by managing our clients’ tax obligations responsibly and proactively we can make a critical difference, and you’ll be at the heart of this mission.

Your key responsibilities

Depending on your unique skills and ambitions, you could be managing various responsibilities, from technical planning and advising of clients that include high-profile individuals of extremely high net worth, to preparation of their various tax return filing obligations. At all times you will be working to be a trusted advisor and role model for our people across multiple teams, making this a great place to develop a diverse network of collaborative colleagues

Whatever you find yourself doing, you’ll personally coach and develop a highly trained team, all while handling activities with a focus on quality and commercial value.

Skills and attributes for success

• Managing a book of EY partner tax returns including regular communications
• Final review and signing of individual income tax return
• Researching tax issues to develop effective tax planning strategies
• Translating complex data from a range of sources into client-ready insights and deliverables
• Building effective long-term relationships with our clients, understanding their unique needs to provide a tailored service
• Communicating complex tax issues to non-tax professionals and clients
• Maintaining your reputation in your field by constantly updating and sharing your technical and finest practice knowledge
• Managing, coaching and developing a team of tax professionals, reviewing work and helping to confirm they have the knowledge, tools and opportunities they need to excel
• Identifying and reacting to risks and opportunities to improve our services and processes

To qualify for the role you must have

• A bachelor's degree in a related field, supported by significant tax or financial planning experience
• A CPA certification, membership in The Bar
• A minimum of 5 years of individual tax experience
• Experience with federal and state personal income tax
• Excellent collaboration and negotiation skills, and the confidence to challenge senior colleagues and stakeholders from a diverse range of backgrounds
• A thorough understanding of automated tax processing systems and laws within your area of technical professionalism
• A commitment to continuing your learning
• Willingness to travel as needed, and working in a balanced hybrid environment

Ideally, you’ll also have

• A proven record in high net-worth tax planning
• A proven record in a professional services environment
• Experience in coaching and mentoring junior colleagues
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• The ability to adapt your work style to work with both internal and client team members

What we look for

We’re interested in tax professionals who possess a love of individual tax compliance and exceptional teamwork skills. Working with people from all backgrounds, , you’ll use your experience and status as a trusted advisor to maintain and further our reputation for excellence.

Here at EY, you’ll have the chance to build a truly exceptional experience. We’ll empower you with the latest technology, surround you with high-performing teams, and provide the global scale and diverse and inclusive culture you need to discover your full potential. Through our coaching and training programs, you’ll develop the skillsets you need to stay relevant today and, in the future, – all while building a network of colleagues, mentors, and leaders who will be on the journey with you at EY and beyond.

About the job

The Digital Business Advisory Practice works with clients in creating value and delivering world-class Digital, Data & IT capabilities to support business needs. Working closely with our industry groups and leveraging the EY brand as independent, trusted advisors, we provide our high-profile clients with a range of services including:

• Digital, Data & IT Strategy and Sourcing Advisory.
• Operating Model Design, Functions Transformation & Governance.
• Enterprise Architecture Services.
• Digital Transformation (including Robotics (RPA), Cloud, Analytics, Cyber, Mobility, Social Media, Internet of Things, etc.).
• Digital Portfolio, Program and Project Management.

Regular travel, locally and internationally, may be required as part of the day-to-day client work, and at times work from the client site or other EY offices. Our hybrid working practices along with flexible working arrangements will be in place to help you manage the requirement for travel and achieve a lifestyle balance.

Your Key Responsibilities

As a Data Architecture Consultant, you will be responsible for defining and designing robust data solutions that support business objectives. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements, architect scalable data platforms, and ensure data integrity and accessibility.

Your role will encompass the full spectrum of data architecture, including:

• Data Platform, Architecture & Integration: Design enterprise data & integration reference architecture to decouple compute and storage systems and enable both real-time and batch data flows.

• Data Governance, Security and Quality & Lineage: Design data governance framework defining data roles (data owners, stewards, custodians), policies (definitions, classification, retention), and processes; implement data catalogue, lineage, and business glossary. You are also able to design data quality controls and remediation (profiling, rules, issue management) across golden sources and downstream models.
• Analytics & BI Enablement: With a strong experience in Business Intelligence solution, you will help define standards for semantic models to unlock insights and data-driven decision-making at the service of the Business

This is a strategic position that requires both technical depth and consultative acumen to guide stakeholders through complex data challenges and deliver high-impact solutions.

Skills and Attributes for Success

The ideal candidate will have the ability to work on multiple projects and leadership skills to engage with diverse stakeholders

• Expertise in data engineering tools and frameworks (ETL/ELT, data transformation).
• Strong knowledge of data modeling techniques and schema design.
• Proficiency in business analysis and requirement mapping.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Looker).
• Understanding of data quality principles and governance.
• Hands-on experience with cloud-based data platforms and infrastructure.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Bachelor's degree ideally in technology (Business with MIS, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems).
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of work experience.
• Proven track record of successful design and delivery of large-scale data solutions.
• Substantial experience in technology delivery roles at a consulting/professional services company, cloud or digital solutions provider, or customer environment in Enterprise solutions.
• Experience using frameworks/methodologies to assess and recommend migration approaches and digital platform options.
• Experience in IT strategy and Enterprise Architecture, Agile, Cloud computing, and Integration Architecture most recently in the context of digital.
• Strong written and verbal communication for senior audiences.
• Confidence to lead meetings with client sponsors, management, and individual contributors.

Ideally, you will also have

• Results orientated and performance-driven approach.
• Relevant certifications in Data technologies, including cloud Data Platform.
• Relevant Enterprise Architecture Certifications in TOGAF, ITIL, or similar would be advantageous.
• Engagement with Enterprise customers across multiple countries and industries in a broader region responsibility.

What We Look For

We offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development. 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.

Your Key Responsibilities

General expectations:

• The EY-Parthenon Strategy & Transformation Manager will have a leading role in the development and execution of our strategy services in Brussels.
• Contribute to business development, by preparing client meetings and project proposals and by participating in client discussions
• Manage projects, coordinate multiple strategy and transaction engagements and motivate your team to work together on common tasks.
• Successfully supervise, coach, and mentor all levels of staff within but also outside of your project context.
• Deliver a high degree of client satisfaction with the engagement process and work products sufficient to drive additional and repeated engagements.
• Demonstrate ability to not only identify strategic opportunities, risks and issues, but also to recommend resolutions.

Strategy & Transformation specific expectations:

• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of all phases and aspects of strategy development and implementation.
• Determine new target operating models and organization design.
• Support clients in achieving sustainable performance and/or improvements within their organizations.
• Create a customized change management strategy and roadmap based on the needs of the project and implement the change management activities for each phase of the project .
• Anticipate organizational changes that come with large-scale implementations and the change management and communications interventions which will be needed .
• Influence a broad spectrum of stakeholders toward achieving business goals, understanding how potential process and system changes might impact upstream and downstream processes and/or systems.
• Analyze cost structures and develop cost reduction or performance improvement programs.
• Work and/or collaborate with key business stakeholders to develop business cases as well as define a roadmap to implement the remediation.
• Work with key stakeholders to improve existing or developing new operational processes and procedures, on a regional/global basis as needed.
• Assist with the organization transformation including building internal process expertise and capabilities.
• Develop integration or carve-out strategies and define and execute detailed planning and implementation concepts across all business and group functions.

Your Profile

You have:

• 4-7 years working experience in a strategy advisory company and/or in a corporate strategy department.
• Master’s degree in civil, bio- or business engineering or economics. An MBA degree is considered as a strong asset.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a practical ability to shape the business agenda and define strategic roadmaps.
• Experience with managing complex business projects, working with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Strong people and leadership skills (incl. cross-functional collaboration, team management and people development & coaching).
• Strong internal and external business development acumen.
• Entrepreneurial spirit, team player and excellent communicator.
• Excellent knowledge of English, Dutch and/or French.
• Motivated to go the extra mile to help build and develop a consulting business that was introduced in Belgium not so long ago.
• Flexible to be engaged in projects across Western Europe.

What’s In It For You

• EY Family – you become part of the EY Family providing you with all the necessary skills, training and opportunities; enabling you to grow to your fullest potential.
• Attractive remuneration package - We offer an attractive remuneration package; including a company car and charging card, iPhone plus subscription, health insurance, pension plan, meal vouchers, and eco vouchers. Thanks to our flex plan it is possible to choose what you value most.
• Flexible working arrangements - We are proud of our flexible working arrangements. We will actively support you in building a successful career and delivering excellent client service without sacrificing your personal priorities. We offer flexible working hours and working from home multiple days per week is possible.
• I nspiring work environment - At EY we are dedicated to providing you with an inspiring work environment. A work environment that allows you to further develop your skills and enables you to fulfill your true potential.
• Learning & personal growth - You will benefit from an onboarding program, receive extensive training and will be coached by a counselor. We offer a clear career path tailored to your unique skills with necessary guidance.
• Fun - By joining our EY- teams, you can participate in team activities, and companywide events and enjoy a drink during our monthly after-work drink.
• Sustainability - We have a fleet of hybrid and electric cars. Our flex plan makes it possible for you to choose the most sustainable option for you. You can also opt for a train subscription or lease a bike.
• Diversity & Inclusion - At EY we are passionate about the inclusion and support of individuals of all groups; we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or disability status.
• Location - All of our offices are easily accessible by public transport and/or by car and have parking space. They all have parking spaces and charging stations are provided.

Here at EY, you’ll have the chance to build a truly exceptional experience. We’ll empower you with the latest technology, surround you with high-performing teams, and provide the global scale and diverse and inclusive culture you need to discover your full potential. Through our coaching and training programs, you’ll develop the skillsets you need to stay relevant today and in the future – all while building a network of colleagues, mentors, and leaders who will be on the journey with you at EY and beyond.

The Service Delivery Center is made up of high-performing, US-based resources who work closely with our experienced professionals to deliver project-based work and managed services to our federal clients. The Service Delivery Center is a core component of the Government & Public Sector practice (GPS). This position supports the Assurance team by directing and managing Assurance work. This position will provide day-to-day management of Associate Analyst I through Senior Analyst (Analysts) ranks.

Your key responsibilities

• Provide management, supervision and evaluation of Senior Analysts, Analysts and Associate Analysts
• Manage the administration of audit reporting and documentation
• Identify potential audit issues or unusual relationships from analysis of financial statements and raise the issue to the engagement senior manager for resolution
• Apply accounting and auditing concepts to client situations
• Complete and/or oversee documentation and execution of specific audit procedures
• Identify opportunities to enhance audit techniques and provide recommendation to the engagement senior manager
• Drive development of audit and accounting client deliverables
• Perform financial and audit data analytics
• Monitor project scope and schedule and the progress of client engagement deliverables.
• Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders across other EY functional groups
• Meet engagement project expectations defined by project and engagement stakeholders
• Identify, communicate and address project risks, assumptions and constraints
• Direct field work, inform supervisors of the engagement status and manage Analyst performance
• Manage resources, communications, and cost management of projects/programs
• Assume responsibility for the collection and documentation of project and engagement financial, accounting and audit related information for daily, weekly, monthly and ad hoc reporting, as directed
• Assume responsibility for the completion and delivery of engagement specific work products and deliverables
• Direct, review and analyze the work of Associate Analyst I through Senior Analyst ranks
• Communicate the progress of the assigned tasks on a period basis to the senior manager
• Communicate with the client in connection with executing audit procedures, as necessary

Skills and attributes for success

• Intellectual curiosity and strong sense of professional skepticism
• Ability to quickly grasp complex processes involving multiple stakeholders and information systems
• Effective teaming and collaboration with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and skillsets

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Bachelor's degree
• CPA
• United States citizenship; and must be able to obtain and maintain a secret clearance or higher
• Five (5) or more years of relevant experience, including at least 3 years' experience with Federal financial, accounting or audit related work
• Proven people management experience and ability to manage large teams in a metrics-driven, managed services environment, supporting nationally distributed teams and clients
• Excellent communication, facilitation and presentation skills demonstrated through effective writing and presentations to clients and internal stakeholders
• Ability to meet all project and client engagement milestones, deadlines and budgets
• Ability to monitor the scope of projects and engagements and ability to determine if adjustments are required
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effectively work with a nationally distributed team
• Excellent skills within MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and following up on open issues
• Excellent English language skills ' both written and verbal
• Flexibility to travel up to 20%

Ideally, you'll also have

• Ability to obtain other certifications as may be required by federal regulations

Audit Advisor - Assurance (Audit Services) (Manager) (Multiple Positions) (1641462), Ernst & Young U.S. LLP, San Jose, CA.

Full time employment, Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week, 8:30 am – 5:30 pm.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance or a related field and 5 years of progressive, post-baccalaureate financial accounting/audit work experience. Alternatively, will accept a Master’s degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance or related field and 4 years of financial accounting/audit work experience.Must have 2 years of experience supervising the planning and execution on audits of internal controls over financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAS and U.S. GAAP.Must have 2 years of experience supervising the planning, execution, reporting on audits of financial statements prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAS and U.S. GAAP.Must have 2 years of experience supervising audit teams consisting of two or more staff members.Must have 2 years of audit experience, including SOX (ICFR), with a public accounting firm that is registered with PCAOB.Must have 2 years of experience with audits of management review controls and testing of information produced by the entity.Must have 1 year of experience in the use of audit documentation software.Must have active US CPA certification; or foreign certificate in accountancy and sufficient coursework/experience requirements as determined by the work location state Board of Accountancy to obtain US CPA certification.Requires domestic travel up to 30% in order to serve client needs.Employer will accept any suitable combination of education, training, or experience.

What we offer

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on yourperformance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary for this job is $165,525.00 per year. 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. Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year. 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.

• 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.

This particular position at Ernst & Young in the United States requires the qualified candidate to be a "United States worker" as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor regulations at 20 CFR 656.3. You can review this definition at at the bottom of page 750. Please feel free to apply to other positions that do not require you to be a "U.S. worker".

Your key responsibilities

Assists with local on-site and off-site support for firm sponsored wavespace functions/meetings, including a deep understanding and knowledge of network infrastructure, lab/wavespace internal networks and the EY network.

• Assist with the deployment of hardware and software to end users (including the installation, configuration and testing of more complex firm hardware)
• Assist with provisioning and de-provisioning processing, including setting up of hardware/software for the wavespace support team
• Assists with (or coordinates) the repair of end user hardware and/or lab hardware and the reinstallation of software as necessary to resolve end user incidents as well as wavespace specific technologies (e.g. MS Surface Hubs, iPads, Microsoft Surface Studios, Digital Signal Processors, Microphone systems, wireless presentation systems, etc.) including the maintenance of these technologies.
• Support of technology applications including MURAL, Miro, Slido, Co Create, and others etc.
• Additional applications – Bluejeans, Webex, Microsoft Teams, Zoom
• AV components – Planar video walls, Digital touch screens, HD Projectors; Video matrix switching; Digital Signal processors; IP/PTZ Cameras, Dante, BiAmp, BrightSign Players, Mersive Solstice, Sonos players, Lightbars, production/spot lights
• Additional AV Components – Raritan (KVM), Box computers, NVX Endpoints, ChromeSticks, Analogway, 360 Cameras, Video conferencing codecs,
• Support AV software – Ventuz, Light Key (Astera Lights, Titan Lights), AppSpace, Crestron, QSYS, Gitbash, OSC Designer, Chauvet lighting,
• Support Lab specific hardware - MS HoloLens/Meta Quest headsets; 3D Printers
• Operating System Support – Windows 10 & 11, Apple Mac OS (Both EY loadset and consumer) at an Intermediate Level
• Knowledge in utilizing NAS capabilities and secure storage
• Understand and interpret specialized network configurations (IE-enablement of AirCast for IOS devices on network)
• Maintain on-site servers for event use (Value Creation Tool) – Windows Kiosk mode and Kiosk mode on iPads
• Communicate and manage relationships with vendors
• Able to analyze network issues and report appropriately to have addressed quickly (IE – cisco proprietary)
• Track and resolves all related Incidents and Service Requests in Ticket Management System (ServiceNow); identify sources and trends of technical problems to prevent future occurrences
• Under minimal supervision, provides after-hours service for escalated issues from the Service Desk, Team Lead or wavespace stakeholder
• Maintain a thorough understanding of the EY Technology organization and service offerings in order to identify how best to address end usertechnology needs and incidents
• Understand the Firm’s business and organization sufficiently to anticipate and resolve end user technology issues that affect productivity of Firm personnel

Analytical/Decision Making Responsibilities:

• Strong analytical skills are required to address end-user incidents escalated from a customer in the wavespace session or capability to anticipate and resolve an issue.
• Decision making responsibilities are generally limited to addressing a single end-user issue; need to be able to prioritize incidents being worked on and communicate those priorities to end users as necessary

Skills and attributes for success

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills.
• Excellent customer service attitude.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of end users and IT personnel.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• Deep understanding of all wavespace technologies, including IT and AV

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in computer related field or equivalent work experience

Experience:

• Approximately 3-5 years of experience in AV/end user technology support
• Event support and live event management/production
• Knowledge of AV industry standards highly recommended
• Experience with cloud technology e.g. MS Azure is beneficial

Certification Requirements:

• Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) or similar industry certifications desirable

• 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.

As a Transaction Tax senior, you'll be right at the heart of the action. You'll work with many of the world's largest organizations, fastest-growing companies and private equity firms on some of the most complex deals. You'll be advising clients throughout the transaction lifecycle on key drivers to increase value and reduce the risks and uncertainty inherent in transactions.
Our Transactions practice is constantly evolving, and it's here you'll find everything you need to grow as we do. It's all about taking on new skills and responsibilities as they arise, and making the most of our dedicated mentors and training programs. Our Transaction Tax practice helps our clients plan, execute and integrate their transaction strategies. Our services include deal structuring, due diligence, post-deal integration, internal restructuring, distressed debt and bankruptcy, tax attribute management and planning, and drafting opinions and IRS ruling requests.
As a Senior you will be a member of the team developing and implementing transactions. You'll spend your time on a diverse array of project and clients in a highly collaborative culture. We'll look to you to develop relationships with our clients and team effectively with internal resources while developing and coaching junior members of the team.
• Serve as a member of multiple client engagement teams, participating in due diligence and structuring engagements related to transactions for private equity and strategic corporate clients
• Perform due diligence projects to provide a thorough review of tax returns, legal documents and financial statements needed to evaluate and calculate potential tax exposures
• Review, assess, and advise clients regarding tax computations reflected in their financial models; and assist clients in the quantitative and qualitative analysis of the tax data in their financial projections for the transaction

• US CPA or member of US State bar
• A bachelor's degree and around 3 years of related work experience; or a graduate degree and 2 years of related work experience
• Tax due diligence, deal structuring, and post-acquisition planning experience
• Experience managing budgets, projects and people

• Strong writing, research, analytical, communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work in fast paced professional services environment
• Willingness and ability to travel, when necessary

We're interested in experienced tax professionals with a collaborative, client-focused approach to work. You'll need strong communication skills, and the ability to effectively prioritize when working with multiple clients. If you're a naturally curious problem solver with confidence to get involved and support colleagues and clients across the business, this role is for you.