FSO Financial Accounting Advisory Services - INS - Senior

EY•Chicago, IL

10d•$90,800 - $170,200•Hybrid

About The Position

EY is a leader in serving the global financial services marketplace and the only professional services firm with a separate business unit dedicated to the financial services industry – the Financial Services Organization (FSO). Our focused model and bold ambition have put us at the center of the events that continue to reshape and redefine our industry, working side by side with a range of clients from our most venerable institutions to dynamic new entrants across Insurance. Our purpose is to help build a financial services industry in which financial institutions are trusted and flourish, and the global economy is healthy, growing and secure. If you have a passion for rallying together to solve complex challenges, then come join our dynamic FSO team! Our Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) team is growing exponentially, and as a senior you will play a key role in that growth. Your key role will be to drive growth by developing new and enhancing existing client relationships, lead highly skilled project teams and deliver 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.

Requirements

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
A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
Eligibility to obtain US CPA licensure in your work state
At least 2 years of related work experience in audit field for insurance, banking or asset management industries
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

Knowledge of current market issues in financial services in the US
Experience with FPNA & Reinsurance

Responsibilities

Demonstrate basic to intermediate knowledge of complex financial accounting concepts.
Manage projects and engagements profitably by leading the team to perform efficiently.
Understand the client's industry and recognize key performance drivers, business trends, and emerging technical and industry developments. Stay informed of general business/economic developments and their impact to the client.
Develop and maintain long-term productive client relationships and networks.
Coach and develop people by sharing knowledge with team members and helping team members attain experiences that cultivate technical competencies.
Develop people by encouraging individuals to think for themselves and take responsibility for their contributions to the FAAS team.