Finance Transformation - Senior Manager - Toronto

EY • Toronto, ON

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

At EY, we are seeking a creative problem solver who enjoys working in teams and has experience in finance and consulting to bring their expertise to our team. As a Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the team to analyze financial data, develop strategies, and present the team’s findings to clients. You will work closely with other consultants and clients to ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget. Recognizing the changing and fast-paced professional landscape, you will team with engagement leadership to bring our broad range of capabilities and insights to enhance the effectiveness of the finance and operations function. You will be part of our Finance Transformation team and help clients by focusing on providing business advisory services that achieve measurable benefits in operational efficiency and strategic decision making.

A career in our Finance Transformation practice, within Business Consulting services, will provide the opportunity to work alongside Business leaders to optimize their finance functions. We help organizations achieve strategic alignment of their finance organization, implement service and cost improvement initiatives, and embed a performance management process and culture that unite the business around its core objectives. The insights and quality services we provide help our clients build trust and confidence in the digital transformation of finance processes. We play a critical role in disrupting current financial functions through the optimal intervention of technology, and we make digital transformation a realistic goal by efficiently analyzing and utilizing business data.

As part of the Finance Transformation team, you will actively participate in engagements covering the following expertise areas: Finance Transformation Strategy & Roadmap, Financial Statement Close & Consolidations, FP&A, Controlling Excellence & Management Reporting, Finance Operating Model Design, Finance & Accounting Process Improvement, Mapping and Documentation, Global Business Services including Shared Service Centers, Outsourcing.

Requirements

• Strong academic record including a bachelor's degree
• Approximately a minimum of 7 years’ experience in industry or with a recognized consulting firm
• Experience in delivering projects that cover the full life cycle of assessment, design and implementation support
• Experience managing staff on multiple projects and providing direction to team members
• The ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and keep an open mind (know when to lead and when to follow)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, able to speak fluently and professionally in English
• A high level of motivation and a self-starting attitude
• An ability to think outside of the box, thrive on new challenges, and understand clients and teammates’ work style

Nice To Haves

• French an asset
• Professional designation and/or qualification is desired i.e. MBA, CPA, CA, CMA, CGA
• Experience with emerging technologies and robotic process automation roll-out is an asset
• Knowledge and experience of a number of the following areas: finance transformation; process transformation and improvement; planning, budgeting and forecasting; performance measurement and performance management; business performance reporting; cost reduction; shared service centers and business process outsourcing; financial statement close

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of Finance Transformation engagements, which involves advising clients on their internal finance strategy, operating models, and financial processes
• Assist in managing the financial aspects of engagements by organizing staffing, tracking budget and communicating issues to project leaders
• Participate in business development initiatives (POVs, Proposals, NextWave Sessions, among others)
• Build strong internal relationships within Consulting and across other services
• Keep people at center through effective supervising, coaching, and mentoring of staff members
• Conduct performance reviews and contribute to performance feedback for staff
• Contribute to people initiatives including recruiting, retaining and training Finance Transformation professionals
• Maintain an educational program to continually develop personal skills and knowledge
• Understand and follow workplace policies and procedures
• Utilize your knowledge and experience to provide innovative solutions to clients as well as produce insightful thought leadership.
• Actively contribute to improving operational efficiency and ensuring high quality on projects and internal initiatives.
• Lead teams (or parts of teams) on projects, depending on the size of engagement, under the responsibility of higher levels.
• Anticipate and identify risks and escalate issues as appropriate.
• Establish, maintain, and strengthen client relationships as a trusted business advisor.
• Identify potential business opportunities for EY.
• Help to create a positive learning culture and actively coach and counsel junior team members to help them develop.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage
• A defined contribution pension plan
• A great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year
• Statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence)
• A range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being
• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior