Senior Consultant/Manager - Financial Accounting Advisory Services - Zurich, Basel, Zug

The world is changing more strongly and faster than ever. Our global promise: "Building a better working world" guides our more than 300,000 employees around the globe and provides the foundation for the work we do every day. With our innovative services in auditing, tax consulting, transaction and management consulting, we lead our clients into the future.

Our Financial Accounting Advisory Services Team provides consulting services across the entire finance function. To further strengthen our Enhanced Accounting and Reporting Team in Zurich or Basel, we are looking for an experienced, team-oriented, motivated, and committed personality as Senior Consultant / Manager (80-100%).

What awaits you with us — experiences you will benefit from for a lifetime

Your main areas of responsibility:

• Support our clients with their challenges in the area of Enhanced Corporate Reporting and Accounting (ECRA).
  This includes, among other things, assisting with changes in accounting standards, implementing new accounting standards, supporting the design, implementation, and maintenance of accounting and reporting, participating in the preparation of financial statements and notes, as well as advising on processes related to non-financial reporting (e.g., sustainability reporting).

• Support with technical accounting questions and specific challenges of our clients (e.g., special accounting issues), including those related to the statutory individual financial statements under Swiss Code of Obligations (OR) as well as Swiss GAAP FER and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

• You work with specialists from various departments (e.g., tax and sustainability, etc.) as well as with international experts to provide our clients with an integrated and cross-disciplinary service.

• Support our clients in adapting and transforming their finance function – including identifying optimization and efficiency potentials in their reporting processes as well as assisting with the implementation, automation, and/or improvement of internal control systems.

• Ensure a clear understanding of the business requirements and expectations of our clients to deliver high-quality, clear, and professionally prepared results.

• You ensure timely delivery of work results while complying with regulatory requirements.

• Identify and develop new business opportunities related to FAAS projects, solutions, and client relationships in the area of Enhanced Corporate Reporting and Accounting (ECRA).

What you bring — skills with which you shape the future

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in economics and additionally a qualification as a certified auditor (or equivalent) (e.g., Expert in Accounting and Controlling, CPA, or ACCA).

• 4-7 years of experience in an auditing or consulting firm or in the finance function of a larger company.

• Very good knowledge of accounting according to the Swiss Code of Obligations, Swiss GAAP FER, and IFRS. Knowledge of US GAAP is a plus.

• As an additional plus, you have project experience related to sustainability topics in accounting and reporting.

• Success factors that will help you advance with us: teamwork, determination, commitment, and quick comprehension.

• Enjoy working in a young, dynamic team and facing a new professional challenge.

• Fluency in German and English is a prerequisite.

What’s in it for you

Here at EY, you have the chance to make a truly extraordinary experience. We equip you with the latest technology, surround you with high-performing teams, and offer you the global reach as well as the diverse and inclusive culture you need to discover your full potential. Through our coaching and training programs, you develop the skills you need to stay relevant today and in the future – all while building a network of colleagues, mentors, and leaders who support you on your journey at EY and beyond.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

To create a fair and inclusive experience during the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible about any adjustments or support you need due to a disability.

Make the unique EY experience. It’s yours to build. The unique EY experience. It’s yours to build.

Take the next step and apply  online  for this exciting challenge. For more information about the application process, feel free to contact our Recruitment Team (recruitment.switzerland@ey.com / +41 58 286 33 66)

* excluding EY contractors, interns, and alumni.

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