FSO Financial Accounting Advisory Services - WAM - Manager

EY•Chicago, IL

56d•$135,200 - $234,800•Hybrid

About The Position

EY's Financial Services Organization (FSO) is a dedicated business unit serving the financial services industry. The Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) team is expanding, and the Manager will contribute to its growth by developing new and existing client relationships, leading skilled project teams, and delivering a high-quality client experience on high-profile engagements. The role involves advising clients on complex accounting matters, resolving emerging issues, and working with colleagues across service lines to provide integrated services. Projects vary, and regular travel to meet clients is required. The position is based in New York, Boston, or Chicago and follows a hybrid model, with client-serving employees generally working in person 40–60% of the time over an engagement, project, or year.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Five to eight years of audit or consulting work experience at a public accounting firm.
U.S. CPA licensure in the work-state location.
Strong technical writing skills and advanced risk management knowledge.
Deep understanding of the marketplace, including commonly used terminology, processes, and tools.
Proven ability to manage, mentor, and improve a high-performing team.
Confidence researching and resolving emerging client issues.
Ability and willingness to travel and work in excess of standard hours when necessary.
Reliable transportation to and from the EY office and client sites; a driver’s license is strongly recommended because rideshare and public transportation may not be available in all locations.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, or a related discipline.
Work experience at a large firm.

Responsibilities

Consult with clients on complex accounting issues.
Collaborate with partners, senior managers, and clients to influence strategy while balancing risk and client expectations.
Ensure engagement teams understand clients’ needs, ambitions, and expectations.
Build relationships across service lines to provide integrated client service.
Manage performance and identify opportunities to improve products and processes.
Develop new client relationships and strengthen existing ones to support FAAS growth.
Lead project teams and deliver a first-class client experience on high-profile engagements.
Research and resolve emerging client issues, including those involving regulations, industry practices, and new technologies.
Travel regularly to meet with clients and work beyond standard hours when necessary.