Senior Manager- Financial Services Organizations- Audit- Assurance

at  EY

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.
From small businesses to some of the world’s best-known brands, our clients count on reliable financial statements, information and processes to inform their ongoing strategies. More than ever, business is about interpreting and reacting to complex data — and they look to us for advice and services they can trust every time. You’ll use your professional skills and experience to make it happen, handling complex audit procedures across a broad range of industries and responsibilities. You won’t find an assurance culture like this anywhere else, so whether you’re looking for a long-term, or are interested in progressing on to other areas, this is a great place to be.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We currently are seeking qualified candidates for an excellent career and leadership opportunity as an Assurance Senior Manager in our Financial Services Organizations group. Together with our substantial investments in technology, knowledge, and learning resources for our audit professionals, you will be part of the team that delivers quality assurance services to our clients and their stakeholders.

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES FOR SUCCESS

• Develop and maintain productive relationships with client management throughout the year. Establish expectations of value to be delivered.
• Participate in performing audit procedures, especially focusing on complex and/or specialized issues.
• Collaborate to plan engagement objectives and an audit strategy that complies with professional standards and appropriately addresses risk.
• 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 people by encouraging individuals to think for themselves and take responsibility for their contributions to the team.
• Delegate work successfully. Conduct timely performance reviews and provide performance feedback/training. Lead by example.
• Use technology to continually learn, share knowledge with team members, and enhance service delivery.
• Maintain an educational program to continually develop skills. Maintain cooperative relationships with other engagement teams.
• Monitor the engagement team’s progress against the plan and alter it when needed. Generate new business opportunities.
• Understand EY and its service lines and actively assess/present ways to apply knowledge and services.
• Develop long-term relationships and networks both internally and externally.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

As an Assurance Senior Manager in our Financial Services Organizations group, you will develop and maintain productive relationships with client management throughout the year. Establish expectations of value to be delivered.

TO QUALIFY FOR THE ROLE YOU MUST HAVE

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting or related field
• Post-graduate diploma or degree in Accounting preferred
• Canadian CPA/CA designation or reciprocal CPA/CA designation
• Minimum 8 to 10 years of relevant experience in an accounting firm; experience with the financial services sector is mandatory
• Excellent project management skills
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• A dedication to teamwork and leadership
• Integrity within a professional environment