Staff, Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS)

About the role

EY is hiring a Staff member for its Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) team, which brings together accounting advisory professionals in five locations across the country. The team combines technical accounting skills in IFRS, Canadian and US GAAP, practical financial reporting experience and deep sector and regulatory knowledge, helping finance leaders through acquisitions, divestitures, restructuring and accounting standards convergence.

Key responsibilities

• Build and maintain productive relationships with client management and establish the value to be delivered.
• Perform Canadian GAAP and IFRS analysis, especially on complex or specialized issues, and create reports and other deliverables.
• Understand the client's industry, performance drivers, trends and emerging developments, and stay informed on business and economic changes affecting the client.
• Develop people by encouraging independence, delegate work, conduct timely performance reviews and give feedback and training.
• Use technology to learn, share knowledge and improve service delivery, and maintain an educational program.
• Work cooperatively with other engagement teams, monitor progress against the plan and adjust it when needed.
• Generate new business opportunities and present ways to apply EY's knowledge and services.
• Build long-term internal and external networks.

Required profile

• Degree in accounting or another appropriate major, with at least 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• CPA or CA designation.
• Strong experience in banking or insurance.
• Audit or business experience in financial statement close or applying accounting standards.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Required skills

• Mastery of process improvement, project management and change management concepts.
• Impressive client relationship skills and good communication skills in English.
• Teamwork, leadership and the ability to influence a team.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation based on performance.
• Medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, and a defined contribution pension plan.
• Vacation policy, firm-paid days, statutory holidays and paid personal days depending on province of residence.
• Coaching, skill development and career progression opportunities.