FAAS Technical Accounting Advisory Group - Senior

EY•Atlanta, GA

8d•$90,800 - $170,200•Hybrid

About The Position

When our clients are facing complex finance and controllership issues, they look to us to get it right. Whether weighing the pros and cons of business transaction structure alternatives or tackling various technical accounting and financial reporting projects, we provide the answers to the important questions. Our Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) team is growing exponentially, and as a Senior in our Technical Accounting Advisory Group (TAAG) group, you will play a key role in that growth. Working across all industries, 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. As part of our Technical Accounting Advisory Group, you will help companies manage the complex financial and accounting issues relating to consolidation and joint ventures, IPOs, business combinations, compensation, revenue recognition, derivatives and hedging, debt vs. equity, SEC reporting, leases, and much more. This is a highly visible role allowing you to work with a broad set of clients across the US firm, interacting directly with our FAAS and audit teams and clients. This is a truly unique opportunity to learn technical accounting at a faster rate and deeper level.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree, CPA certification and 2 to 5 years' work experience, preferably as an auditor in a public accounting firm
Strong technical writing and presentation skills
Strong project management and time management skills
A thorough understanding of US GAAP
An understanding of marketplace, as well as commonly used terminology, processes and tools
A proven record of excellence when managing, mentoring and improving a team of high-performing colleagues
The confidence to research and resolve emerging client issues, including regulations, industry practices and new technologies
The ability and willingness to travel and work in excess of standard hours when necessary
Access to reliable transportation to/from the EY office and client sites. A driver's license is strongly recommended as ride share and public transportation options may not be available in all locations

Nice To Haves

Exposure to or interest in complex technical accounting topics is a plus

Responsibilities

Consulting with clients on complex and technical accounting issues
Collaborating with partners, senior managers and clients to influence strategy, balancing risk and client expectations
Ensuring our engagement teams thoroughly understand our clients' unique needs, ambitions and expectations
Building relationships with colleagues across multiple service lines to provide seamless, integrated service
Managing performance and identifying opportunities to improve our products and processes