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EY Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) Senior Manager - Financial Services Office (FSO): Bermuda in Bermuda
Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) Senior Manager - Financial Services Office (FSO): Bermuda
Assurance
Requisition # BER001A1
Post Date Mar 17, 2021
EY is the most globally integrated professional services organization which encompasses a separate business unit dedicated exclusively to the financial services marketplace. Join Financial Services (FSO) and you will work with multi-disciplinary teams from around the world to deliver a global market perspective. Aligned to key industry groups including asset management and private equity, banking and capital markets, and insurance, we provide integrated assurance, consulting, strategy & transactions, and tax services to our clients. As a market segment of the FSO, the BBC includes the Bahamas, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, and Cayman Islands. By joining the BBC, you will receive unmatched exposure and experience to our continuously growing portfolio of diverse FSO clients.
Upon embarking on a journey with us, you will experience professional development through exposure to an array of diverse experiences, world-class learning and individual tailored coaching. This, is how we develop outstanding leaders who endeavor 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, our clients and our communities. Sounds interesting? Well this is just the beginning. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience will last a lifetime.
The opportunity
Our Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) team consists of dedicated accounting advisory professionals across each of the islands within the BBC. We combine technical accounting skills in IFRS and US GAAP, practical experience in financial reporting as well as deep sector and regulatory knowledge. We have access to a global network of professionals with wide-ranging financial accounting standards knowledge. We help finance leaders address the strategic accounting challenges and ongoing changes facing their business, and manage the resulting repercussions on the accounting and finance function.
We are seeking a driven and ambitious Senior Manager to join this exciting and fast growing area of our business in Bermuda, with a primary focus on the Insurance industry. You will play a key role in driving growth by developing new and enhancing existing client relationships, leading highly skilled project teams and delivering a first class customer experience through high profile engagements. In return for helping us to build a better working world, you can expect excellent career opportunities within a dynamic and collaborative environment
Your key responsibilities
Lead and participate in multiple engagement teams as a senior firm executive within Financial Accounting Advisory Services
Collaborate with the partner and client to determine a strategy that appropriately addresses risk and manages client expectations relating to deliverables
Ensure that the engagement team understands the clients needs and expectations and that the work product is client-focused, clear, accurate and well-presented
Understand the clients industry and recognize key performance drivers, business trends and industry developments
Ensure work is delivered timely and in compliance with regulatory requirements
Work with other service lines in providing an integrated service delivery
Oversee engagement economics and manage appropriate resources for efficient engagement models
Consult with appropriate resources on complex accounting issues
Participate in sales of new Financial Accounting Advisory Services
Develop and maintain long-term productive client relationships and networks
Cultivate and manage business development opportunities. Generate new business opportunities by understanding EY and its service lines and actively assess/present ways to apply knowledge and services
Coach and develop people by sharing knowledge with team members and helping team members attain experiences that cultivate technical competencies
Conduct timely performance reviews and provide performance feedback/on-the-job training
Skills and attributes for success
Advanced written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to lead a team and develop business opportunities
Knowledge of business trends, emerging technical and industry developments
Excellent leadership and project management skills
Able to manage multiple engagements and deadline-driven
To qualify for the role you must have
A bachelors degree or a graduate degree in accounting and/or other appropriate academic major
An internationally recognized professional accounting qualification, such as a CA, CPA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent
A minimum of 8+ years of experience working as an auditor for a public accounting firm; or combined with experience within the insurance industry
Working knowledge of US GAAP and/or IFRS
Excellent communication and negotiation skills and a collaborative approach to management
The flexibility to constantly learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment
Ideally, you’ll also have
Knowledge of current market issues in financial services, especially on the insurance/re-insurance industry
Experience working on project-based teams solving complex issues
What we look for
We’re interested in leaders with a genuine creative vision and the confidence to make it happen. You can expect plenty of autonomy in this role, so you’ll also need the ability to take initiative and seek out opportunities to improve our current relationships and processes. If you’re serious about auditing and ready to take on some of our clients’ most complex issues, this role is for you
What working at EY offers
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 includes medical, dental and vision coverage, competitive pension plan, generous vacation and leave entitlement(s), and a range of 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 in the industry
Opportunities to develop new skills and progress in your career
The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you
About EY
As a global leader in assurance, consulting, strategy & transaction, and tax services, we hire and develop the most passionate people in their field to help build a better working world. This starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. So that whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.
Make your mark. Apply now.
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