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Business is constantly evolving, and more than ever, staying at the forefront is all about identifying and adapting to change. As a Tax Senior, you’ll see this first hand by being immersed in the evolving tax environment through preparing and auditing income tax provisions, assisting with income tax filings, consulting on planning opportunities, and coaching and developing staff on your engagement teams.

Your key responsibilities

You’ll spend your time supporting client engagements by reviewing staff work product, coordinating with clients and internal team members, managing deadlines, and tracking engagement economics. You’ll also be tasked with identifying and resolving tax technical issues, as well as sharing insights that will improve our processes and overall efficiency. In this role, you can expect to be prioritizing and handling a wide range of constantly evolving responsibilities.

Skills and attributes for success

• Providing our US and Japanese Inbound clients with domestic federal tax advice and guidance tailored to their unique needs
• Keeping up to date with ongoing trends and changes to legislation that will affect planning activities
• Supervising high-performing teams and sharing your experience and knowledge of leading-practices
• Building relationships at all levels both internally and externally, promoting a culture of collaboration
• Preparing practical recommendations to some of our clients’ most complex tax issues

To qualify for the role you must have

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a graduate degree in Tax or Law and approximately three years of related work experience.
• Progress toward (or completion of) a valid CPA certification or licensed attorney status
• A background in tax compliance and accounting for income tax and a broad understanding of US income taxation
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Access and data mining tools
• The ability to prioritize when working on multiple projects, and the confidence to engage and integrate directly into our clients’ teams
• Fluency in Japanese
• Willingness to travel as needed, and working in a balanced hybrid environment

Ideally, you’ll also have

• 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

In today's business landscape organizations are continuously transforming and evolving to keep pace with change and innovative solutions. This wave of digital transformation and constant evolution introduces a variety of risks, which organizations are not equipped to manage and mitigate on their own. As a professional in our Risk Technology practice, you will assist clients in integrating optimal application security, control, and risk management solutions through their transformation journey. You will belong to an international network of specialists helping our clients enable trust through transformation, while working closely with large scale implementation teams across a variety of enabling emerging technologies and solutions.

As a member of our national Risk Technology practice, you will belong to a network of professionals helping our clients implement trusted technology solutions to enrich and improve decision making, provide visibility and transparency of risk and compliance to stakeholders, and integrate efficient and effective risk management solutions.

As our Risk Technology practice continues to rapidly expand, we are seeking a highly motivated Senior Associate, focused on cloud-based application security, controls, and technology enablement. We need Seniors to help our clients develop and execute sustainable risk management solutions through transformational their efforts. As part of the team, you will work with a wide variety of resources and clients to deliver professional services on strategic and global priority accounts, while accelerating your professional growth.

We will support you with career focused training and coaching to develop, execute, and accelerate your professional goals.

Your key responsibilities

Leveraging your cloud application and industry knowledge, you will lead cross-functional teams in developing innovative solutions for clients that will assist them in evolving and sustaining a risk management program through transformation. You will support EY teams responsible for transforming organizations' front, middle, and back office through implementation of leading practice cloud-based technology solutions.

Skills and attributes for success

• You will leverage your proven track record of cloud-based application experience, technical knowledge, and strong interpersonal skills, to effectively deliver quality results in the assessment, design, and implementation of controls, security, and risk management solutions.
• Deliver facts, analyses, and recommendations in an accurate, clear, and concise manner.
• Foster relationships with client personnel at appropriate levels
• Drive high-quality work products on your team within expected timeframes and budget

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree and approximately 2-3 years of related work experience
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of business processes across one or many cloud base applications (e.g., purchase-to-pay, hire-to-retire, customer-to-contract), technical application security design and configuration, application role maintenance and user provisioning processes.
• Internal controls within and around the Oracle or cloud-based applications
• Oracle Applications security and how to achieve a design that enables an end user but also establishes control.
• Advanced project management and client service skills
• Excellent teaming skills
• A valid driver’s license in the US and a valid passport required; willingness and ability to travel both domestically and internationally to meet client needs

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Experience integrating, managing, or assessing security and controls for cloud-based applications.
• ERP implementation project management and support experience (Oracle and/or Workday experience is a plus)
• Industry related certification (e.g., CISA, PMP, CIA, RICS); non-certified hires are required to become certified within 1 year from the date of hire

Our SAP Logistics team provides strategic solutions that transform logistics operations, enhancing cost efficiency, quality, and effectiveness. In this role, you will assist clients in integrating their SAP ERP systems with third-party logistics (3PL) warehouse management systems (WMS) and non-SAP legacy or best-of-breed WMS applications.

As a Senior Technology Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between business needs and technical solutions. You will interact with business stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements, ensuring that newly implemented technology solutions meet their needs. Your collaboration with technical teams will be essential in designing and delivering effective system architecture solutions.

Your key responsibilities

In this role, you will spend your time engaging with clients and internal teams to ensure successful project delivery. You will face challenges that require analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, providing you with opportunities to learn and grow in a dynamic environment. This position may require regular travel to meet with clients, allowing you to build relationships and understand their needs better. Key responsibilities include:

• Interacting with business stakeholders to evaluate business models and processes.
• Analyzing newly implemented technology solutions to verify they meet business requirements.
• Collaborating with technical teams to design and deliver system architecture solutions.
• Participate in Explore phase design workshops.
• Perform configuration of SAP Inventory Management, Logistics Execution, ALE and other related SAP modules.
• Design interfaces and integration between SAP and external WMS applications.
• Design custom RICEF solutions and document functional specifications.
• Perform testing of solutions.
• Support development and delivery of training materials.
• Provide on-site hyper-care support to client / 3PL warehouse users.
• Demonstrate in-depth technical capabilities and possess strong business acumen. Demonstrate ability to assimilate new knowledge.
• Consistently deliver quality client services. Monitor progress, manage risk and ensure key stakeholders are kept informed about progress and expected outcomes.
• Establish relationships with client personnel at appropriate levels.

Skills and attributes for success

To excel in this role, you will need a combination of technical and interpersonal skills. Your ability to build relationships and communicate effectively will be crucial.

On your typical engagement, you will work with the key stakeholders to understand their needs and advise on SAP system capabilities. You will initiate the requirement gathering, architect solutions, blueprinting, testing, complete the workflow and documentation, as well as the functional design of the solution. Additionally, you will liaise with stakeholders and technical team to translate requirements into business solutions and complete the configurations and integrations with both SAP and non-SAP systems. The following skills and attributes will have a significant impact:

• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency in technology business requirements definition and analysis.
• Experience in system configuration design and technology cost-benefit analysis.
• Ability to manage client relationships and communicate with impact.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A bachelor’s degree required.
• Typically, no less than 2 - 4 years of experience working with SAP logistics solutions involving external WMS integration
• Strong technical skills in application functional design.
• Expertise in technology business requirements definition, analysis, and mapping.
• Skills in training design and delivery.
• Ability to build and manage relationships effectively.

• A flexibility and willingness to travel to meet client needs; travel is estimated at 40-60%

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Prior consulting industry experience or deep functional experience
• SAP certification(s).
• Experience with at least one full lifecycle implementation of SAP S/4.
• Experience with at least one full lifecycle integration an external WMS with SAP.
• Experience with EDI messaging, specifically messages 846, 856, 888, 940, 943, 944, 945 and 947, and/or X12 or EDIFACT equivalents.
• Experience with API integration into non-SAP WMS solutions.
• Experience performing hands-on SAP system configuration.
• Experience with configuring SAP logistics execution (delivery-related configuration) and Materials Management (inventory management and physical inventory configuration).
• Experience designing custom RICEF solutions and writing functional specifications.
• Experience writing and executing test scripts.
• Experience writing and delivering training materials for end users.
• Knowledge and understanding of warehouse operations for distribution and manufacturing facility operations.

With deep functional and sector expertise, paired with innovative AI-powered technology and an investor mindset, we partner with CEOs, Boards, Private Equity and Governments every step of the way – enabling you to shape your future with confidence.

Skills and attributes for success

• Commercial – as part of the team you will regularly advise businesses on valuations issues with regards to acquisition or divestitures and provide fairness opinions on transactions and restructurings.
• Regulatory and Accounting – you will work with management as part of an acquisition process to understand how the value of acquired intangible and financial assets will impact accounting requirements.
• Taxation – you will regularly undertake valuations for fiscal purposes in the US market and advise clients on all aspects of US tax valuation issues.
• Intangible Assets – within the team you would specialize in the valuation of Intangible assets such as trademarks, brand names, core deposit intangibles, customer relationships, banking and other licenses, patents, technology and know-how.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting or business and at least 2 years of related business valuation work experience; or a graduate degree and approximately 18 months of related work experience.
• Previous Business Valuation experience.
• Financial modeling skills including experience building models from scratch.
• Demonstrated record of solving complex problems and completing challenging projects.
• You must either reside in or be in a commutable distance to your office location for this position.
• The ability and willingness to travel and work in excess of standard hours when necessary. In certain circumstances, travel may be required beyond your work location based on client and project needs.

Ideally, you will have

• Previous valuation experience in professional services/Big 4 Firm.
• Financial services industry experience.
• Financial modeling experience.
• Achievement of or significant progress towards a CFA.
• ASA/AM designations are a plus with the expectation of one completed designation within a given timeframe.
• Knowledge of how to leverage firm-approved AI tools in a business setting, including Microsoft Copilot.

What we look for

We are looking for candidates who are highly motivated, analytical, logical thinkers with a passion for valuations and have very strong attention to detail. Being a strong team player is critical with the ability to adapt to changing requirements or deadlines in support of our client’s goals.

The Oracle HCM Implementation Consultant assists in planning, pursuing, delivering and managing large, complex full lifecycle initiatives along with providing experience in leading practices, methods, and resources in HCM applications and technology space. Our Oracle Services HCM group can assist in providing resources around the design, configuration and implementation of HCM Application Solutions, in addition to advising clients to help understand, architect and implement the core applications and technology required to run their business.

As a Senior in Technology Business Analysis, you will be instrumental in connecting business needs with technical solutions. You will play a pivotal role in evaluating business models, eliciting requirements, and ensuring the technical teams deliver solutions that are in perfect harmony with business objectives.

Your key responsibilities

As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for delivering top-notch business analysis and system configuration. Your day-to-day will involve:

• Translating complex business requirements into detailed technical specifications
• Configuring and implementing solutions that align with business needs
• Identifying opportunities for service expansion and contributing to sales through RFP responses
• Expect to travel regularly and lead project streams while actively engaging with clients.

Skills and attributes for success

To thrive in this role, you should be action-oriented and adept at delivering processes, solutions, and projects. Your influence will extend beyond project delivery, impacting sales and service offerings. Key skills include:

• Team with client business and technology professionals, and/or third-party strategic alliances to provide implementation of technology solutions
• Demonstrate ability to implement and configure software.
• Develop long-term relationships and networks both internally and externally
• Interact and communicate effectively with finance and technology senior and middle management executives as well as end user and business subject matter experts.
• Analytical prowess and decision-making based on a broad understanding of policies
• Ability to guide and develop junior team members
• Proven track record of complex problem-solving and relationship management

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A Bachelor's degree
• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in Human Capital Management Solutions
• Overall IT projects implementation of 4+ years
• Strong knowledge, understanding and HCM implementation experience in Oracle Cloud HCM specifically around Payroll, Time & Labor, and Absence Management
• Wide experience in playing roles as Project Manager/module Lead/ SMR
• Experience in large multi-geography global transformation assignments and HCM deployments preferred, US experience required
• Experience in multiple HCM implementations, preferably an implementation of co-existence model
• Proficient in understanding business requirements and advising clients on strategy for HCM technology deployments
• Excellent knowledge of features in HCM applications; having the ability to understand HR business needs and accordingly advise on the best business practices of HCM deployments
• Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, client service and technical writing skills
• Ability to travel up to 50%+ and/or as required by client

Ideally, you’ll also have

• MBA or MS degree preferred, but not required
• Oracle Cloud HCM
• ADP experience preferred, but not required

Transformation Architecture and Delivery_ Senior Consultant

You’ll contribute to the design and delivery of business and solution architecture frameworks, product management approaches, and value realization structures. Your work will support the implementation of transformation offices (TMO, VMO, EPMO) and help clients optimize performance across workstreams.

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Consultant, you will:

• Support the setup and operation of transformation management structures (TMO, VMO, EPMO).
• Collaborate with client and EY teams to design and deliver business and solution architecture frameworks.
• Contribute to product and program road mapping, maturity assessments, and value tracking.
• Assist in managing project timelines, budgets, and quality standards using Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and support the implementation of innovative solutions.
• Participate in the delivery of complex technical initiatives and transformation programs.
• Travel as needed to support client engagements.

Skills and Attributes for Success

To thrive in this role, you’ll bring:

Core Competencies

• Strategic Transformation leadership, including TMO/PMO oversight, Agile Program Management (SAFe, Scrum), and end-to-end delivery.
• Expertise in Risk and Resource Management across workstreams and organizational levels.
• Proven experience in operating model design, governance model development, and change management transformation.
• Strong capabilities in business case development, ideation and storytelling, advanced data modeling, and value realization.
• Budget ownership and maintenance for projects exceeding $1M.
• Technology strategy and implementation, including AI, LLM, RPA, and ERP (SAP/Cloud) integration.
• Advanced knowledge of performance management, process improvement, portfolio strategy, cost optimization, and technology deployment.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams as a workstream lead, deliverable owner, and mentor.
• Skilled in C-Suite advisory, executive communications, and facilitating organizational workshops or large-scale presentations.
• Ability to manage tasks and workstreams independently or as part of a team.
• Builds strong relationships across EY practices and with client stakeholders.

Strategic & Analytical Attributes

• Technical proficiency combined with strong business acumen, with a focus on quality and risk management.
• Initiative in identifying opportunities for improvement and innovation.
• Experience with tools and techniques used in transformation delivery.
• Data-driven decision-making with a results-focused and innovative mindset.

Personal Attributes

• Strong leadership presence with concise and effective communication skills.
• Proactive problem solver with a curious, growth-oriented mindset.
• Demonstrates agility, adaptability, and thrives in collaborative, large-team environments.
• Flexible storytelling tailored to diverse audiences.
• Deep market and industry knowledge to inform strategic decisions.

To Qualify, You Must Have

• A bachelor’s degree (required); advanced degree is a plus.
• At least 2 years of client facing consulting experience, preferably in a professional services or management consulting firm, or similar environment with comparable experience in industry sector noted below.
• Exposure to business process documentation and enhancements and solution architecture, product and portfolio management, and program delivery.
• Experience supporting transformation initiatives. For example;
• TMO/EPMO setup and operations
• Familiarity with change management and delivery methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving skills and digital fluency.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Willingness to travel (estimated at 60–80%).

Ideally, You’ll Also Have

• A degree in Computer Systems, Engineering, Economics, or Business.

• ERP or AI/Data Fabric implementations or central data office experience

• Certifications such as PMP, Six Sigma, or Agile-related credentials.
• Sector experience in industries such as Technology, Media and Telecommunications (TMT), Private Equity (PE), Industrials and Energy, including Oil, Gas and Chemicals and Power and Utilities (P&U), Media & Entertainment, Consumer and Health including Health, Life Sciences, or Consumer Products and Retail
• Experience supporting pursuit efforts and contributing to RFP responses.
• Experience in professional services client-facing consulting
• Effective stakeholder engagement skills.

What We Look For

We’re looking for collaborative, curious professionals who bring structure, creativity, and insight to transformation programs. Success in this role requires a balance of analytical thinking, delivery focus, and relationship-building. If you’re ready to grow your consulting career while helping clients achieve meaningful outcomes, we’d love to hear from you.

Your key responsibilities

As a MSFT Alliance SE, you’ll be responsible for leading the Alliance sales activity by delivering against defined sales and pipeline targets. You’ll build relationships with top priority clients for joint alliance pursuits and drive sales directly in the market. You’ll be a subject matter expert on the alliance program, MSFT powered transformations and solutions and the joint EY-MSFT value proposition. You will have expertise and experience in MSFT technologies, working with the MSFT channel teams on sales & GTM motions, developing/maintaining relevant alliance partner relationships and able to lead pursuits independently through qualification phase if needed. Your time will be primarily focused on external selling, actively engaging with MSFT, your client(s) and EY account and industry leadership

To qualify for the role, you must have

• 12 to15+ years of quota carrying sales experience in professional services, solutions, and technology.
• Direct and MSFT channel sales experience
• Experience selling enterprise solutions to Consumer Products and Retail clients.
• Services sales experience working at Big 4 firm or other GSI.
• Knowledge and expertise across top Microsoft technologies including but not limited to Azure/cloud, Data & AI, cyber and Power Platforms
• Expert client management and relationship skills, strong executive presence, and expertise in influencing without authority.
• Expert knowledge of EY’s Alliances, products and services
• Solid understanding of the marketplace/industry, competitive intel, and target account profiles information
• Strong ability to handle and resolve conflict.
• A University/bachelor’s degree

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Technical IT background and/ or delivery management leadership experience
• Strong coaching and mentoring skills
• Team selling experience.
• Ability to travel.

What we offer you
At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn .

• We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $221,410 to $280,070 plus participation in an incentive compensation program applicable to Sales Executives. The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $265,650 to $318,290 plus participation in an incentive compensation program applicable to Sales Executives. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. 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.