United States, New Mexico, Business Specialist jobs

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

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.

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

• Strategic direction: produce and document technology strategy primarily for the Domain Lead's security technology domain
  
• Thought leadership: provide security and business thought leadership at an enterprise level
  
• Process mapping and design: lead the mapping and design of business capabilities to current and future-state business processes technology solutions, and associated data architectures & models, ensuring alignment with GRC & IRM objectives
  
• Analytical assessment: conduct thorough analyses of existing processes to identify inefficiencies, challenges, and opportunities, providing actionable recommendations
  
• Stakeholder collaboration: drive engagement with key stakeholders across the organization to facilitate discussions, gather requirements, and ensure business needs are met in business architectures and implementations
  
• Risk integration: integrate risk management principles into business processes, ensuring that risk considerations are embedded in decision-making and operational practices
  
• Governance framework development: establish and maintain governance frameworks that define process ownership, accountability, and compliance requirements
  
• Change management support: design processes that facilitate user adoption and provide input for training and communication strategies
  
• Data management oversight: ensure that business processes are supported by accurate and relevant data, collaborating with IT and data management teams to integrate necessary systems
  
• Documentation standards: develop and enforce documentation standards, templates, and modeling conventions to ensure consistency and clarity in process representation
  
• Performance metrics definition: define and implement key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure process performance, maturity, and effectiveness, using data to drive continuous improvement
  
• Cross-functional leadership: lead cross-functional teams to ensure end-to-end business capability and process alignment, fostering collaboration and integration across various business units and functions
  
• Team Development: lead data and security architects through coaching, mentoring, and course correction
  

Skills and attributes for success

• Experience initiating new ideas and leading architectural activities
  
• Process mapping and design: ability to create detailed process maps and design future-state processes that align with organizational objectives
  
• Analytical thinking: strong analytical skills to identify inefficiencies, challenges, and opportunities for improvement within existing processes
  
• Stakeholder engagement: excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with various stakeholders, including business leaders, analysts, and technology teams
  
• Risk management knowledge: understanding of risk management principles and frameworks to effectively integrate risk considerations into business processes
  
• Governance framework development: experience in establishing governance frameworks and process ownership to ensure accountability and compliance
  
• Change management: skills in change management to support the adoption of new processes and ensure smooth transitions within the organization
  
• Data integration and management: knowledge of data architectures, data science, and data integration techniques & systems to ensure that processes are supported by accurate and relevant data
  
• Documentation and standards: proficiency in developing documentation standards, templates, and modeling conventions for consistent process representation
  
• Performance measurement: ability to define and implement metrics to measure process performance, maturity, and effectiveness
  
• Cross-functional collaboration: experience working across various business units and functions to ensure end-to-end process alignment and integration
  
• Ability to identify opportunities for cybersecurity transformation or enhancements
  
• 16+ years of experience in the Information Technology field
  
• 8+ years of architecture or technology leadership experience, including enterprise and business architecture
  
• 4+ years of experience working with business process and capability mapping
  
• 4+ years of experience working with data and AI strategy
  
• A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field; a Master's degree is a plus
  
• Proven experience in business architecture, process design, and risk management, preferably within a GRC context
  
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and drive change across the organization
  

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Security certifications such as CISSP or CISM
  
• TOGAF and/or SABSA architecture framework
  
• SANS Certifications including GSEC, ECSA, ECSP
  

What we look for

• Passion for making a difference
  
• Strong soft skills, with the ability to understand and integrate cultural diversity and work with cross-cultural and cross-organizational teams
  
• Deep technical acumen and critical thinking skills demonstrating an analytical and systematic approach to problem-solving
  
• Experience working in a global virtual environment
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including preparation and delivery of presentations
  
• Good judgment, tact, and decision-making ability for delivering practical architectures
  
• Ability to deal with ambiguity and change, exercising appropriate time management to meet objectives
  
• Ability to collaborate with team members and executive stakeholders, as well as work autonomously