In this role, you ll work directly with a diverse range of clients across various industries to:
- Build and maintain strong networks internally and externally;
- Report directly to Managers, Senior Managers, Directors, and Partners during the planning, execution, and wrap-up stages of FAAS engagements;
- Provide advisory services on transactional accounting and reporting for M&A (pre-deal structuring, deal execution and post-merger integration), divestitures and financial carve outs including stand up of the finance function to operate on a standalone basis, IPO readiness and execution (equity and debt offerings) under tight deadlines and high-pressure situations;
- Ensure that work is of high quality, delivered in a timely fashion, and in compliance with EY policies.
- Work with other EY locations, service lines, and specialists to deliver a fully integrated service offering.
- Monitor engagement economics against key financial metrics and manage the appropriate internal and external stakeholders.
- Identify and communicate relevant trends, developments, and key performance drivers relevant to the client.
- Consult with appropriate resources on complex accounting & reporting issues, ensuring that FAAS work products meet client needs, are clear, accurate, and well-presented.
- Ensure work is delivered timely and in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Deliver effective execution of the FAAS service delivery framework, including supporting major transactions with strategic insights and financial advisory expertise.
Skills and attributes for success
Pro- activity, accountability and results- driven people will flourish in this environment. Dealing with competing priorities, achieving client s business and financial objectives and understanding how to manage resources and communicating effectively are key skills. This will have a huge impact on those around you and help promote a positive work ethic.
To qualify for the role, you must have
- A bachelor's degree in finance and / or accounting
- Minimum three years of experience working as an auditor/ consultant or technical resource for a public accounting firm
- CPA / CA / ACCA certification
- Knowledge of accounting and financial reporting
- Strong IFRS skills
- Solid team working skills with the ability to work with different people from diverse backgrounds in the diverse FAAS team
- Strong written and verbal (English) communication, presentation, client service and technical writing skills;
- Ability and comfort level in researching client inquires and emerging issues, including IFRS, public company regulations, industry practices and new technologies
- Flexibility and willingness to travel on short notice, as necessary
- Keen to develop technical and other attributes of assigned team members
Ideally, you ll also have
- Masters or MBA qualification
- Track record with a leading audit firm
- Proficiency in the Arabic language
- Sector experience in one or more of the following: Construction, Energy, Financial Services, Government & Public Sector, Healthcare
