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As a Transactions Senior Consultant, you will be a professional member of our Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) team. FAAS operates principally through 4 main pillars: Enhanced Corporate Reporting & Accounting, Finance Optimization, Treasury Management and Transactions Advisory. We understand the evolving role of the CFO and the Finance function, and work with our clients to automate and streamline efficiency, control, and compliance functions, while simultaneously improving the value Finance provides to the organization. Together with our substantial investments in technology, knowledge, and learning resources available to our advisory professionals, you will be part of the team that delivers fit for purpose financial advisory services to our clients and their stakeholders.

Your key responsibilities

As a Transactions Senior Consultant, you will be an active contributor to teams focused on the growth and development of our Transactions service pillar including business development, client relationship management, opportunity management and client-facing engagement delivery. You will help finance leaders meet challenges that their teams are currently facing. You will work with them to achieve their potential transaction, acquisition, divestiture, process optimization, and process digitization objectives. You will offer them innovative advice for optimizing processes, using cutting-edge technologies and creating value for their organizations.

Skills and attributes for success

• Identification and assessment of business and operational needs, development of solutions tailored to client needs, assessment of the Finance function, performance of operations diagnostics, optimization of financial processes, provision of tailored training, and other
• Prepare deliverables tailored to client needs
• Promote an innovative and team-oriented work environment
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with client management
• Understand the client’s industry and recognize key performance drivers, business and operational trends, and new technical and industry developments
• Stay informed of changing market conditions and new regulatory developments and their impacts on clients.
• Attend training programs to continually develop skills
• Utilize technology to develop yourself, share knowledge with team members and enhance service delivery
• Maintain cooperative relationships and foster mutual support with other EY service line teams
• Strong spoken and written English skills; French language skills is an asset
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to maintain impeccable relationships with clients
• Deep knowledge of business trends, emerging technical and industry developments
• Excellent project management and leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and meet deadlines

What we look for

• Undergraduate degree in project management, business administration, operations management or industrial engineering
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
• Professional designation and/or qualification i.e. CA, CPA (completed or in-progress)
• Highly adaptable and open to change
• Integrity within a professional environment
• Knowledge/experience in several of:
  
  • IPO readiness assessment and management of activities across the IPO lifecycle. Participation / involvement in an IPO would be an asset
  • Planning and integration of acquisitions across all aspects of Organization / People, Process and Technology including both project management and execution
  • Planning and management of disposals across all aspects of Organization / People, Process and Technology including both project management and execution
  • Technical accounting experience in IFRS and US GAAP
  • Audit or business (operational) experience in financial statement close and the application of Internal Controls over Financial Reporting, with a preference for experience
  • with SOX 404 or NI 52-109 compliance
• Highly developed analytical skills focused on business case and financial modelling
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an ability to think critically and identify creative solutions outside of the box and thrive on new challenges
• Experience in process optimization or business analysis, including business process documentation
• Experience in process digitalization projects (dashboard, robotization, etc.)
• Experience in using the following tools and software:
  
  • Modelling and process management tools
  • Process flowchart software (Visio, LucidChart, etc.)
  • Microsoft Office suite
• Leading and driving high-quality work products within expected timeframes and on budget
• Knowledge and working experience on business processes including record to report, plan-to-perform, order-to-cash, and procure-to-pay an asset
• The ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Excellent communication skills including verbal, written, and presentation
• A high level of motivation and a self-starting attitude
• A willingness to travel on short notice to meet client needs

Ideally, you’ll also have

• The ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic team-oriented environment
• The ability to develop relationships and rapidly build credibility and trust
• Demonstrated record of driving revenue within existing accounts and in developing new prospects within client organizations

What we offer you

The salary range for this job in British Columbia is $55,000 to $98,000. Individual salaries within this range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and work location city.

Your key responsibilities

As an Accounting & Tax Technician, you'll:

• Prepare journal entries, trial balance, general ledger financial statements and the supporting schedules
• Prepare personal, corporate, trust and partnership tax returns
• Collate and e-file submissions of tax returns
• Verify tax assessments
• Research general tax issues
• Interact with tax authorities
• Develop direct contacts with clients
• Provide clients with quality, timely and responsive services and work products

Skills and attributes for success

• The ability to effectively manage multiple tasks in a fast paced and high volume environment with keen attention to client needs
• The ability to manage time spent against budget, and work alongside team members to ensure the timely completion of work deliverables
• The ability to be proactive, use own initiative, and work independently, as well as part of the team
• The ability to demonstrate sound judgment regarding confidential and sensitive matters
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail
• Good communication skills

To qualify for the role, you must have

• College diploma in accounting, finance or tax, or equivalent
• Previous related tax and accounting experience would be an asset, especially with marketable securities
• Experience using Caseware and Taxprep is highly desirable
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
• The flexibility to work additional hours

Ideally, you’ll also

• A commitment to learning and using our tax technology and processes
• Accounting experience for investment portfolios

What we offer

When you thrive, we thrive. The EY benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being:

• $5,000 per year for mental health support benefits
• Wellbeing benefit of $1,200/year

Discover how, when and where you can work at

In the Assurance Digital and Innovation team, you will be joined by a team of multidisciplinary professionals in versatile roles, which includes data analytics, programming, automation, and data visualization. You will experience ongoing professional development through diverse experiences, world-class learning and individually tailored coaching. That’s how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Work within our Assurance Digital and Innovation team to design and develop complex Power BI reports, following industry standards
• Export, transform, validate, and output large and complex data sets for use in reports
• Collaborating with EY teams and clients to understand the relevant business problems and data needs to develop reports
• Ensure all solutions comply with the highest levels of security, privacy and data governance requirements
• Work on and manage mid-size projects, and ensure smooth service delivery on assigned products and engagements
• Maintain and develop positive, productive, and professional relationships with clients and stakeholders

Skills and attributes for success

• 3+ years of professional experience with dashboards and data visualization using Microsoft Power BI, including data model design. Deep understanding of writing SQL, and DAX functions
• Strong understanding of BI best practices, analysis, visualization, and latest BI trends
• Solid working knowledge of report and dashboard design and development tools and techniques
• Curiosity to learn the business methodology, data model and user personas.
• Experience following DevOps best practices, such as unit testing, branching, builds, deployment, regression testing, etc.
• The ability to provide excellent client service and manage and build strong relationships both internally and externally, coupled with a strong interest in further developing and integrating operations with technology skills

To qualify for the role you must have:

• An undergraduate degree in computer science, computer engineering, business or accounting, or another related field
• A minimum of three years’ work experience, with preference for experience at a Big 4, or top tier consulting firm with data analytics services, or a similar transformation change role
• A basic understanding of financial or accounting terminology
• Strong interest in BI design, data analytics, data transformation
• Strong project management and organizational skills with an ability to multitask
• Excellent communication skills with an ability to explain technical terms to a non-technical audience
• A critical and logical thinker who is able to work both independently and in a team environment
• Process driven individual with a strong attention to detail

The Finance and Operations Manager is responsible for the day-to-day functions of the Team. The role reports to the Director of Partnership Operations and supervises three colleagues. In this role, you will oversee all recurring accounting and operations processes, implement internal controls, oversee the performance and growth of team members, complete relevant administrative tasks, and support the executives in special projects. This is a role that is highly reliant on detail orientation and confidentiality.

Your key responsibilities

• Assist the Director in the management of the team by providing coaching, training task assignment to junior team members while cultivating a collaborative team environment.
• Oversee all monthly and year-end processes including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Generate and provide accurate, timely reports and presentations that effectively communicate key insights and support data-driven decision-making.
• Manage and comply with provincial and federal government reporting requirements and related tax filings, in adherence to laws, regulations, and standards
• Respond to accounting and general inquiries from internal and external stakeholders, ensuring effective management and resolution.
• Manage and assist in the development and maintenance of accounting and Partnership files and records, while identifying and implementing operational improvements.
• Support the Executives in special projects for both internal and external stakeholders, including forecasting, reporting and modelling data, demonstrating critical thinking and innovative problem-solving Identify and implement processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness, challenging the status quo and resolving issues.
• Lead, oversee and champion change management initiatives, ensuring compliance with laws, regulations, and standards.
  

Skills and attributes for success

• Exhibit excellent leadership to direct reports and team management skills, with the ability to inspire, develop, and reward team members.
• Strong project management skills, capable of handling multiple tasks and meeting deadlines, with excellent organizational skills to streamline processes for efficiency.
• Advanced knowledge combined with proficiency in accounting software and financial reporting tools.
• Strong analytical mind and business curiosity mind with a focus on detail orientation, ensuring accuracy and precision in all tasks.
• Demonstrate critical thinking and the ability to develop, share, and adopt innovative approaches and solutions while embracing technology to improve operations. Ensures compliance with applicable laws, and regulations, while upholding at all times the highest ethical standards of honesty, integrity, and transparency.
• Strong interpersonal skills for building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

To qualify for the role you must have

• Professional accounting designation, CPA is required
• Have a minimum of 7 years of progressive financial management experience
• Have previous experience of people management, coaching and delegating tasks in a complex organization
• Effective time management skills and flexibility to work with changing priorities, ability to handle multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced work environment
• Strong computer literacy skills with Microsoft Office and advanced level Excel skill
• Comply with all confidentiality policies of the Firm and applicable regulatory authorities
• This position is fully on-site and requires the individual to work from our Toronto office

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

Pick a major, pick a minor or explore a range of our services before deciding to specialize and take advantage of the learning and development opportunities available to you as you grow your experience and accelerate your career by working alongside our team of leading finance and accounting professionals to Build a Better Working World.

Your key responsibilities

As a Manager in the Finance Optimization practice, you will be a member of our team responsible for carrying out various engagements from our service offering described above.

Skills and attributes for success

• Knowledge of key corporate business processes:
  • Procure to Pay
  • Order to Cash
  • Acquire to Retire
  • Record to Report
  • Plan to Perform
• Co-facilitate workshops
• Prepare deliverables in French and English, depending on client needs. Our reports are mainly prepared using MS PowerPoint
• Basic proficiency in ERP systems such as Microsoft Business Central or D365 Finance & Operations, SAP S4/HANA, Oracle, NetSuite, etc.
• Basic proficiency in EPM tools such as OneStream, Tagetik, Anaplan, Adaptive, Blackline, etc.
• Maintain cooperative relationships and foster mutual support with other EY service line teams
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to maintain good relationships with clients
• Strong project management and leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and meet deadlines
• This role involves interaction with clients operating nationally and globally where fluency in French and English is required. Bilingualism in both French and English is therefore a requirement of this role.

To qualify for the role, you must have:

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration or data management/analysis
• At least 5 to 7 years of professional experience
• Experience in financial accounting or audit, financial analysis, process optimization/documentation or as an assistant controller in a company
• Experience using MS Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, Visio, etc.
• Highly adaptable and open to change
• Integrity within a professional environment
• Working proficiency in French and English, both written and spoken

Ideally, you’ll also have:

• An accounting designation (CPA or equivalent)
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic team-oriented environment
• Certification in ERP system or EPM tool configuration

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you to decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• Freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

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.

Your key responsibilities

• Actively contribute to projects aimed at improving EY's risk posture.

• Manage delivery of one or more processes and/or solutions with a focus on quality and effective risk management.

• Assist in the development of compliance strategies and remediation plans.

• Help translate technical vulnerabilities into business risk terms for stakeholders.

• Contribute to the maintenance and enhancement of compliance assessment toolkits.

• Participate in security assessments for technology infrastructure and application risks and vulnerabilities, and third-party dependencies.

• Contribute to continuous improvement, the identification of innovative solutions through research, analysis, and the application of best practices.

• Support a team of compliance specialists, providing guidance and expertise on specific projects and initiatives.

Skills and attributes for success

• Solid experience in compliance management within Information Security.

• Ability to understand and balance security needs with business impact.

• Strong organizational skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

• Effective communication skills, technical writing, capable of building relationships and facilitating compliance with security policies and documenting processes.

• Experience in conducting risk assessments and recommending remediation strategies.

• Knowledgeable in technical infrastructure, applications, and compliance frameworks.

• Capable of evaluating security policies and systems to ensure compliance with standards.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in Cyber Security, Information Security, or a related field.

• A degree in Cyber Security, Information Security, Computer Science, or a related discipline.

• Relevant certifications such as CRISC, CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent.

• Familiarity with common information security standards like ISO 27001/27002, NIST, PCI DSS.

• Understanding of regulatory requirements such as PCI, SOX, HIPAA, GDPR.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with teams.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

• Adaptability to changing priorities and project scopes.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to present information with purpose and clarity.

• Experience with GRC platforms like RSA Archer or IBM Open Pages is a plus.

What we offer

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

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

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

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

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