Senior Consultant AM Manager, FAAS, Rapid Innovation, Pakistan

In Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) Financial Services (FS) within Assurance we assist our clients to address the accounting and financial reporting challenges facing their business. You will be part of a larger FS team that provides insight and services that build a stronger and more efficient finance function.

At EY you will experience ongoing professional development through diverse experiences world-class learning and individually tailored coaching. That is how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all 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.

Sound interesting Well this is just the beginning. Because whenever you join however long you stay the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

The opportunity

The objective of our advisory services is to provide clients with a candid and reliable
overview of their Financial Reporting landscape. Our solutions can be used by our clients to build confidenceand trust with their customers the overall market and when required by regulation or will be responsible for executing client related engagements.

The role will be based in our Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Pakistan (Karachi Lahore and Islamabad) and will support client engagements across the MENA region.

Were looking for ambitious people to help drive and support this change while learning about the intricacies of dealing with diverse clients in a challenging yet rewarding environment.

Your key responsibilities

You will be responsible for effectively engaging with clients and executing engagements under the supervision of Senior Managers/Partners. You will be engaged in Client Engagements in the following areas:

• You will primarily work as part of our Financial Sector team
• Financial statement preparation in compliance with the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and local regulatory guidelines
• Applying IFRS to complex transactions and scenarios
• Preparing financial reports and information for submission to the central bank and other regulators
• Preparing carve-out financial statements
• Preparing management reports (including reporting templates)
• Digital banking Candidates who have worked in digital banks or were involved in establishing digital banks

Moreover you will assist Managers/Partners with business development proposals on existing / new clientsalong with driving innovation in service delivery; ensure delivery is in line with firms Quality andRisk management requirements/expectations. Further you will be responsible to assist Managers/Partners in developing/refreshing methodologies related to ourexisting/new solutions. You must contribute to various firm wide initiatives like learning and development (L&D)programmes campus recruitment knowledge sharing practice development andgrowth under guidance of Managers.

You also must take up project execution responsibility in a team or individually as per requirementsand work plan review work done by sub-ordinates (if any) and provide qualitative inputs beforesubmission of deliverables to seniors/client due to sensitive information towards EY code of conduct values and quality standards.

Skills and attributes for success

Pro- activity accountability and results- driven people will flourish in this environment. Dealing with competing priorities understanding how to manage resources and communicating effectively are key skills. This will have a huge impact on those around you and help promote a positive work ethic.

To qualify for the role you must have

• Bachelors degree or equivalent in Finance and Accounting
• Professional qualification such as ACCA CA CPA or MBA in Finance.
• At least five years of relevant experience in a Financial Institution (banks insurance etc.) in a similar role. Big4 firm experience is advantageous.
• Candidates who have worked in a Financial institution in the areas pertaining to financial and statutory reporting application of IFRS financial information preparation for management and for regulatory submission etc.
• Candidates having Internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) / COSO experience in banking sector
• Digital banking Candidates who have worked in digital banks or were involved in establishing digital banks
• The ability and willingness to travel within the Middle East as per the project requirements
• Flexibility to work in teams with diverse background
• Excellent Interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and writing).

What we look for

We are interested in entrepreneurs who have the confidence to develop and promote a brand new strategic vision both internally and externally. You will be business savvy with a passion for innovation as well as the motivation to create your own EY journey.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where youll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus we offer:

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

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

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