Public Relations Specialist jobs

The position reports to the Global Industry Strategy & Execution Lead. This is a permanent role.

Your key responsibilities

• Connect and collaborate: Be ‘the glue’ driving close connectivity and collaboration across the Sector, Super Region (SR), and Service Line (SL) teams and ensure alignment with global and SR enablement teams. Cultivate community engagement with the GCSPs that supports a view of client demand and buy in of prioritized accounts to drive growth of the Sector.
• Drive growth of Strategic and Premier Accounts: Work closely with GCSPs of the strategically important accounts in driving solutions and campaigns to fuel growth, while converting opportunities to wins for replication by strengthening relationships and working closely with SL and Region Account / Pursuit teams.
• Facilitate and drive execution: Support the shaping of the vision and ambition for the Sector in collaboration with the Global Sector Leader (GSL), SR Sector Leaders and SL representatives and drive end to end execution; Support the activities of the Sector Board ensuring disciplined and impactful board management. Understand and monitor macro-trends for the Sector and orchestrate the strategic planning cycle to drive growth, support prioritization and timely deployment of solutions, accounts and capital.
• Go-to-Market & ‘Big Bet’ Activation: Support GtM and operations teams to ensure effective delivery of the GtM strategy and execute Sector big bets and alliance initiatives. Involved in supporting capital allocation ensuring investments are prioritized against the Sector strategy to drive growth.
• Brand & Market Reputation: Jointly support with BMC and Insights, the right market reputation for the Sector including sector analyst relations and foster relationships with external parties to support EY’s strategic positioning within the Sector.

Skills and attributes for success

Ideally, you’ll have the ability to:

• work through high levels of stakeholder complexity, ambiguity, conflict and with abstract concepts
• identify innovative alternatives, digging into issues to surface core pain points
• Create and drive a project plan, and direct action with tact and diplomacy
• drive a program of work from start to finish
• easily shift between abstract strategic discussions and operational detail
• build trusted relationships and collaborate across dimensions of matrix

What we look for

• Bachelor’s/University degree or equivalent qualification required
• 10+ years current experience with EY or Global Professional Services firm track record
• As the job involves responding to clients' needs and varying time zones, flexibility to work extended hours

Our Government & Public Sector Assurance practice is growing exponentially, and as a manager, you'll play a key role in that growth. Together with our substantial investments in technology, knowledge, and learning resources on behalf of our audit professionals, this commitment will enable us to deliver quality assurance services to our clients and their stakeholders. While interacting with our clients, you'll develop your career by communicating and providing expertise around data integrity that can provide improved insight within the accounting, finance, governance, and regulatory space.

Your key responsibilities

The nature of this role means that you will be recognized as a primary day-to-day contact for our clients. That means you'll develop your knowledge by learning about current issues, profession, and business developments relevant to the client's industry, so we'll look to you to build relationships and manage teams.

Skills and attributes for success

• Develop and maintain strong, productive working relationships with audit client personnel, assess audit clients' satisfaction and proactively maintain contact with the audit client throughout the year
• Direct field work, inform supervisors of the audit engagement status and manage assurance staff performance
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of complex accounting and auditing concepts and apply them to client situations
• Develop people through effectively delegating audit tasks and providing guidance to assurance staff
• Provide performance feedback, training and performance reviews for assurance staff
• Contribute ideas/opinions to the assurance teams and listen/respond to other assurance team members' views
• Foster an efficient, innovative and team-oriented work environment
• Use technology to continually learn, share knowledge with assurance team members and enhance service delivery
• Direct field work, inform supervisors of the audit engagement status and manage assurance staff performance
• Develop an understanding of EY's service lines and actively seek/encourage assurance team members to contribute ideas and identify opportunities to apply the firm's services

To qualify for the role you must have

• A bachelor's degree an approximately 5 years of related work experience; or a graduate degree and approximately 4 years of related work experience, with approximately 2 years of audit experience with a public accounting firm
• A degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• U.S. CPA license
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret clearance or higher.
• Excellent project management skills; advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Dedication to teamwork and leadership
• Integrity within a processional environment
• The EY Government and Public Sector Practice's staffing model is to assign resources to projects aligned to the office within the metropolitan area you have been hired; however, in certain circumstances, travel may be required within and/or beyond your geographic region based on client and project needs. For roles within the federal practice, the flexibility to travel up to approximately 30% is preferred. Within the state, local and education practice, the flexibility to travel up to approximately 80% is preferred.

Ideally you'll also have

• CGFM and/or CDFM

What we look for

We're interested in versatile people with the ability to take on new responsibilities and listen to clients to get things done. We're not just looking for accounting and audit experience — we're after genuinely interesting people with the ability to build relationships, negotiate and think in unique and creative news ways. If you're a confident leader with a curious mind and the ability to solve complex issues, this role is for you.

As a Tax Manager in our U.S. Tax Practice, you will help our clients identify and solve complex U.S. and international tax issues as well as assist them in pursuing and successfully aligning all of the different areas of taxation into a benefit-driven strategy.

Skills and attributes for success

• Strong understanding of U.S. tax concepts, including corporate federal and state income tax compliance, as well as income tax provision preparation and review.
• Experience in preparing and reviewing U.S. corporate and partnership tax returns for multinational clients, including income tax provisions for public and private companies.
• Proficient in conducting federal and state tax research, analyzing cross-border tax issues, and drafting technical memos.
• Ability to develop and deliver innovative tax planning ideas and solutions that meet or exceed client expectations.
• Strong analytical skills to assess clients' tax situations and provide practical recommendations.
• Capacity to make informed decisions in complex tax matters and develop implementation plans.
• Excellent relationship-building skills to establish and maintain long-term client partnerships.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and knowledge sharing to enhance service delivery.
• Ability to identify and pursue opportunities for tax planning and special services.
• Proficient in leveraging technology to enhance productivity.
• Effective communication skills to foster open dialogue and supervise team members.
• Willingness to participate in recruiting efforts and contribute to a collaborative, team-oriented culture that supports professional growth.

To qualify for the role you must have

• An undergraduate degree in a related field and a minimum of 3 years of experience in US Tax
• Completion of US CPA or US Enrolled Agent or other related experience or certification relevant to this area of specialization
• A commitment to learning in a tax technology environment
• Strong project management, analytical and organizational skills
• Ability to work within tight deadlines
• Process oriented with excellent documentation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

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, 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

The salary range for this job in British Columbia is $92,000 to $144,000. 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

• Effectively lead and motivate service delivery center team who support technology consulting engagements and provide technical leadership with the SRC&R service operations and delivery
• Provide guidance and direction to the on-site GPS SRC&R consultants in identifying process improvements, including junior staff members, enhancing existing SRC&R solutions and operating SRC&R processes as required
• Additional responsibilities include support in the following areas:
  • Assess cybersecurity controls, programs and strategies using our proprietary framework and industry frameworks
  • Operate SRC&R solutions based upon engagement defined policies and procedures
  • Cybersecurity measurements and monitoring development and operations
  • Cybersecurity strategy and roadmap development
  • NIST Risk Management Framework and Assessment and Authorization enhancement, operations and governance
  • Cybersecurity focused Supply Chain Risk Management and/or Third-Party Risk management operations, assessment and enablement
  • Cybersecurity process design and re-engineering
• Drive high-quality work products within expected timeframes.
• Monitor progress and manage risk while ensuring stakeholders are kept informed about progress and expected outcomes
• Use knowledge of industry trends to identify engagement and client service issues and communicate this information to the on-site engagement team through written correspondence and verbal presentations.
• Stay informed of current Cybersecurity industry trends relevant to the services being delivered

Skills and attributes for Success

• Working knowledge of security frameworks and standards such as ISO 27001/2, PCI DSS, NIST 800-53, NIST CSF and the cybersecurity laws and regulations such as FISMA
• Ability to produce high-quality work products within expected timeframes
• Leadership experience

To qualify for the role you must have

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• A minimum of 1+ years of related work experience
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret-level clearance or higher
• Must be comfortable working in-person as needed
• Experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • Cybersecurity assessments
  • IT and cybersecurity policies, standards, procedures and controls
  • Cybersecurity strategies and roadmaps
  • Cybersecurity awareness and training
  • Cybersecurity metrics and reporting
  • Cybersecurity organization design and implementation
  • Cybersecurity and risk management solution design and implementation (e.g. SNOW IRM, Archer GRC, RiskLens, Azure Security Center, etc.)
  • Federal RMF solution operations (e.g eMass CSAM, Xacta, etc.)
  • Cybersecurity and IT architecture experience (e.g. cloud security architect, security architect)
  • Flexibility to travel up to 20%

CISSP, CISM, CISA, CIPT, CIPM, CIPP CRISC or other relevant certification

• Prior experience in a service delivery center or similar environment

The Service Delivery Center (SDC) 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 and state clients. The SDC is a core component of the GPS practice.

In this role, you’ll be involved in project teams of all sizes, assessing or collecting client information, and reviewing supporting information for consistency with client and regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities:

• Become technically proficient in applicable program procedures and requirements
• Review documentation for completeness by following fundamental guidelines outlined in Program instructions and established procedures
• Assist with fact finding and obtain needed documentation to resolve issues and exceptions
• Commit to meticulous attention to detail and uphold strict adherence to all Program requirements
• Execute proper documentation of review procedures and client communications per Program requirements
• Provide written and verbal data analysis, outcome assessments, and procedural advice regarding client processes, administration and information
• Develop increasing knowledge of sector-specific regulations and skills to support clients in adhering to regulatory requirements

• Deliver status updates and effective feedback on best practices, challenges, and workstream insights
• Contribute to driving operational efficiency
• Execute and deliver on engagement-specific tasks as directed
• Recognize and actively seek guidance from team leaders when faced with unfamiliar circumstances

Skills and attributes for success:

• Ability to comprehend and retain complex training materials, demonstrating focus and engagement during training sessions
• Attention to detail and ability to closely follow processes and procedures
• Ability to interact with clients and offer feedback on processes, trends and best practices
• Capability to redirect attention as needed and reprioritize daily workload with direct supervision
• Willingness to learn firm and client-specific technologies
• Readiness to learn and explore, eager to investigate complex situations to find solutions
• Display a high-level of professionalism and maintain a polished demeanor in an environment with client and leadership presence
• Authentic communicator with the ability to collaborate with EY colleagues across various teams who want to develop personally and professionally in a dynamic organization.

To qualify for this role, resource must have the following:

• A bachelor’s degree
• United States Citizenship
• Strong customer service and organizational skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact with internal team members and external client personnel
• Ability to learn and use technology and follow a linear and well-defined process
• Respect for the need to maintain confidentiality and tact when reviewing and discussing client circumstances
• Proficiency in the English language, including the ability to listen, understand, read and communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally, in a professional environment
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret clearance or higher
• Ability to work in the office 5 days a week (Monday-Friday)
• Capacity to work some overtime

Ideally, resource(s) will also have:

• Prior experience in a service delivery center or similar environment
• Familiarity with public sector regulatory environments at the local, state, and/or federal level

Your key responsibilities

As a member of our Technology Risk (IT Audit) team, you will serve as a key resource in delivering quality client services on financial statement audits, attestation engagements and IT control projects. You will conduct research as needed, assist in the testing of IT general and application controls, prepare for and potentially lead client meetings, establish relationships with client personnel at the appropriate levels, and deepen sector and client knowledge.

Some key capabilities you should be prepared to bring to client-facing and internal teams include:

• Demonstrate working knowledge and aptitude in our key capabilities for example, IT general and application controls, risk management, information security, and information assurance
• Take a practical approach to solving issues and gaining client agreement
• Collaborate among team members; promote an inclusive working environment

To qualify for the role, you must have the following

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Information Technology or closely related field
• Must have an active Top Secret SCI clearance
• 3+ years of relevant experience in information assurance, information security, risk management, IT and application controls, leading standards (e.g., COSO, ERM, FISCAM, FISMA, NIST), IT technologies (e.g., Windows, UNIX, Oracle, Mainframe, SAP), preparing written or verbal materials, and assisting with presenting project results to clients
• Participated in relevant audit/control testing engagement (e.g., CFO Act/FISCAM, OMB Circular A-123 internal control over financial reporting/Systems (ICOFR/ICOFS) assessments, audit readiness (DOD FIAR), ATC-320 SOC-1 Examinations (SSAE-18), and FISMA security reviews/implementations
• Possess an understanding of IT technical security controls (e.g. NIST 800 series requirements, DOD Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGS)), FIPS guidance, and Federal IT audit/examination methodologies (e.g. GAO FISCAM, Financial Audit Manual (FAM), and NIST RMF Assessment and Authorization)
• Experience in completing Control testing over financial system controls compliance, IT general and application controls, and information assurance controls in areas of information assurance, access control, change control, segregation of duties and disaster recovery
• The Government and Public Sector Practice’s staffing model is to assign resources to projects aligned to the office within the metropolitan area you have been hired; however, in certain circumstances, travel may be required within and/or beyond your geographic region based on client and project needs. For roles within the federal practice, the flexibility to travel up to approximately 30% is preferred. Within the state, local and education practice, the flexibility to travel up to approximately 80% is preferred
• Candidate MUST be comfortable working in-person/onsite as needed

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Experience working on large, complex engagements within the Government and Public Sector.
• Worked in a Big Four, global management consulting firm or blue-chip company, preferably with a government and public sector focus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to collaborate with clients and identify engagement follow-on opportunities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Preferred Certification
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

Our Government & Public Sector-Financial Accounting Advisory Services (GPS-FAAS) team is growing exponentially, and as a Senior Manager you'll play a key role in that growth. Working across all Federal GPS sector service lines, you'll develop your career by communicating creative, strategic goals both internally and externally. It's all about listening to and understanding our clients to give them a truly exceptional experience in a field where there really are no off-the-shelf recommendations.

Your key responsibilities

The nature of this role means no two projects will be the same. That means you'll need to think on your feet and challenge existing practices to develop answers to complex issues. You'll also be collaborating with colleagues across multiple service lines, so we'll look to you to build relationships and identify opportunities for our clients to benefit from our knowledge in other areas. Regular travel will be required as you will be meeting with key clients, some of those being the most respected in their fields.

Skills and attributes for success

• Develop and maintain strong, productive working relationships with audit client personnel, assess audit clients' satisfaction and proactively maintain contact with the audit client throughout the year
• Direct field work, inform supervisors of the audit engagement status and manage assurance staff performance
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of complex accounting and auditing concepts and apply them to client situations
• Develop people through effectively delegating audit tasks and providing guidance to assurance staff
• Provide performance feedback, training and performance reviews for assurance staff
• Contribute ideas/opinions to the assurance teams and listen/respond to other assurance team members' views
• Foster an efficient, innovative and team-oriented work environment
• Use technology to continually learn, share knowledge with assurance team members and enhance service delivery
• Direct field work, inform supervisors of the audit engagement status and manage assurance staff performance
• Foster an efficient, innovative and team-oriented work environment
• Use technology to continually learn, share knowledge with assurance team members and enhance service delivery
• Develop an understanding of EY's service lines and actively seek/encourage assurance team members to contribute ideas and identify opportunities to apply the firm's services

To qualify for the role you must have

• A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or business discipline, supported by 7 years of progressive post baccalaureate work experience with Federal US GAAP
• U.S. CPA license in your work state
• Excellent project management skills

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills and a collaborative approach to management
• A proven record of excellence when managing, mentoring and improving a team of high-performing colleagues

• Dedication to teamwork and leadership
• Integrity within a professional environment
• The ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
• Due to the nature of our work in the Government and Public Sector, work may be required to be completed at client, EY and/or contractor sites. Our goal is to assign professionals to projects within a commutable distance of their work location office. In certain circumstances, travel may be required beyond your work location based on client and project needs. Candidates should be willing to travel on average 25% to 30% or more in a hybrid environment.

Ideally you’ll also have

• CGFM and/or CDFM

What we look for

We're interested in versatile people with the ability to take on new responsibilities and listen to clients to get things done. We're not just looking for accounting and audit experience — we're after genuinely interesting people with the ability to build relationships, negotiate and think in unique and creative news ways. If you're a confident leader with a curious mind and the ability to solve complex issues, this role is for you.