Senior Consultants - Financial Services - Financial Accounting Advisory Services

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Senior Consultants - Financial Services - Financial Accounting Advisory Services


The opportunity


We are looking for Senior Consultants to join our Financial Services Office (FSO) supporting the Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) team. We are seeking driven and ambitious people to play a key role in driving growth by developing new and existing client relationships, supporting highly skilled project teams and delivering a first-class client experience. The team provides finance, treasury and other advisory services on financial product distribution and consumptions to banking, insurers, asset management, corporate and government clients. This role is open to individuals with valid Australian working rights.


This roles are based in Warrang – Sydney and Naarm - Melbourne. Our roles can potentially be adjusted to work flexibly with reduced hours. Please speak with us about potential options.


Your key responsibilities


Embrace a variety of client / project experiences, working collaboratively with EY teams.

Be eager to learn on new engagements in both an advisory and assurance capacity.

Demonstrate an intermediate proficiency in financial products.

Be professional and a self-starter who can both operate in teams and autonomously.

Be accountable for quality work products (work papers and reports).

Learn and ensure compliance with EY’s quality and risk management principles.


What we look for


To be considered for this role you must have:


Relevant bachelor’s degree and completed professional qualifications relevant to Finance, Risk or Treasury, i.e. CAANZ or CFA (or equivalent, recognised by these specific bodies).
Proficient in Microsoft 365 product suite.
Advanced business writing skills and communication skills (written and oral).
Open to travel for work purposes, flexible with work hours to accommodate project deadlines.

Ideally, you’ll also have the skills and attributes below but don’t worry if you don’t tick all the boxes. We’re interested in your aptitude, attitude and willingness to learn.


Understanding of financial product cash flows.
Working experience in the Financial Services sector, preferably in Finance, Risk and Treasury.
Capability in technical finance and financial risk management relevant matters and/or corporate or bank treasury function.
Knowledge of contemporary technology tools such as Alteryx, BluePrism, PowerBI or Tableau
Knowledge of or experience with accounting standard related to financial instruments i.e.: AASB9, AASB 13.

What we offer you


At EY, we’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.


Career development: At EY, your career is yours to shape! We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences ey.com/au/careerdevelopment
Flexible work arrangements: Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.
A comprehensive benefits package: From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally www.ey.com/au/benefits
Salary: We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience. Read more