As a Staff, you will be a professional member of our Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) team.  Our Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) team consists of dedicated accounting advisory professionals in five locations across the country. We combine technical accounting skills in IFRS, Canadian and US GAAP, practical experience in financial reporting as well as deep sector and... regulatory knowledge. We have access to a global network of professionals with wide-ranging financial accounting standards knowledge.

We help finance leaders address the strategic accounting challenges and ongoing changes facing their business and manage the resulting repercussions on the accounting and finance function. We help them achieve their potential in acquisitions, divestitures, optimization/restructuring or accounting standards convergence.

Your key responsibilities


Develop and maintain productive relationships with client management throughout the year.
Establish expectations of value to be delivered.
Participate in performing Canadian GAAP and IFRS analysis procedures, especially focusing on complex and/or specialized issues.
Create reports and other deliverables.
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.


Skills and attributes for success


Demonstrate mastery of key concepts and principles related to process improvements, project management and change management; show an ability to apply these consistently in engagement settings
Impeccable client relationship skills
A dedication to teamwork and leadership
Good communication skills, with proficiency in English


To qualify for the role you must have


A degree in accounting and/or other appropriate academic major and a minimum of 3-5 years’ relevant experience along with CPA, CA designation
Strong experience in banking or Insurance industry
Audit or business experience in financial statement close or the application of accounting standards


Ideally, you’ll also have


The ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic team-oriented environment more

 ...Strong leadership skills and excellent oral and written communication skills
Stakeholder management, data modeling and knowledge of IT
Ability to analyze large amounts of data and other business processes to form ideas and fix problems
Ability to communicate... 

Description

What if we didn't focus on who you are now, but who you could become?

At EY we support you in achieving your unique potential both personally and professionally. We give you stretching and rewarding experiences that keep you motivated, working in an atmosphere of integrity and teaming with some of the world's most successful companies.
And while we encourage you to take personal... responsibility for your career, we support you in your professional development in every way we can. You enjoy the flexibility to devote time to what matters to you, in your business and personal lives.
At EY you can be who you are and express your point of view, energy and enthusiasm, wherever you are in the world. It's how you make a difference.

The opportunity: your next adventure awaits:

As a Graduate Trainee at EY, you will work on various engagements in different industry sectors in which EY is acknowledged as a market leader, specifically: financial services, energy and utilities, oil and gas, telecommunications, industrial products, automotive, retail and consumer products, real estate, etc.

Requirements

What we’re looking for:

Graduates from Accounting / Finance / Economics / Actuarial Sciences; Computer Sciences, Mathematics and so on
Must have completed mandatory National Youth Service - NYSC
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (other language is a plus);
Proficient IT skills (Word, Excel, Power Point);
High level of motivation and drive to start a career in professional services.
A minimum of second class upper degree
Professional qualifications such as CPA/ ACCA/ CIMA, and other relevant certifications is an added advantage .
Analytical and critical thinking
Ability to work in a team
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
High level of spoken and written in English
Attention to detail with a commitment to high quality and accuracy
Demonstralble Interest in any of our core Service Lines of Assurance, Consulting, Strategy & Transactions and Tax.

What's in it for you?

Accelerate your technical capabilities and transformative leadership skills with future-focused courses and development programs.
Broaden your horizons by working on highly integrated teams across the globe and collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds - both professionally and culturally.
Bring out the best in yourself with continuous investment in your personal well-being and career development.
Develop your own personal purpose and help us create a positive ripple effect on our teams, our business, clients and society – building a better working world, together.
Work with a bright, friendly and energetic team
Develop your personal and business skills by working on challenging projects with some of the most well-known companies as well as threw our extensive learning and development programs
Very completive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidates

What you can expect:

All shortlisted candidates will be engaged within three weeks after the application deadline more