Government and Infrastructure – Senior Manager - Financial Accounting Advisory Services

From strategy to execution, the Government and Infrastructure practice of Ernst & Young LLP providesa full range of consulting and audit servicesto help our Federal, State, Local and Education clients implement new ideas to help achieve their mission outcomes. We deliver real change and measurable results through our diverse, high-performing teams, quality work at the highest professional standards, operational know-how from across our global organization, and creative and bold ideas that drive innovation. We enable our government clients to achieve their mission of protecting the nation and serving the people; increasing public safety; improving healthcare for our military, veterans and citizens; delivering essential public services; and helping those in need. EY is ready to help our government build a better working world. 

The opportunity:  

Our Government and Infrastructure-Financial Accounting Advisory Services (Government and Infrastructure-FAAS) team is growing exponentially, and as a Senior Manager you'll play a key role in that growth. Working across all Federal Government and Infrastructure sector service lines, you'll develop your career by communicating creative, strategic goals both internally and externally. It's all about listening to and understanding our clients to give them a truly exceptional experience in a field where there really are no off-the-shelf recommendations.  

Your key responsibilities:  

The nature of this role means no two projects will be the same. That means you'll need to think on your feet andchallenge existing practices to develop answers to complex issues. You'll also be collaborating with colleagues acrossmultiple service lines, so we'll look to you to build relationships and identify opportunities for our clients to benefit fromour knowledge in other areas. Regular travel will be required as you will be meeting with key clients, some of those beingthe most respected in their fields.  

Skills and attributes for success:

·        Develop and maintain strong, productive working relationships with audit client personnel, assess audit clients' satisfaction and proactively maintain contact with the audit client throughout the year

·        Direct field work, inform supervisors of the audit engagement status and manage assurance staff performance

·        Demonstrate a thorough understanding of complex accounting and auditing concepts and apply them to client situations

·        Develop people through effectively delegating audit tasks and providing guidance to assurance staff

·        Provide performance feedback, training and performance reviews for assurance staff

·        Contribute ideas/opinions to the assurance teams and listen/respond to other assurance team members' views

·        Foster an efficient, innovative and team-oriented work environment

·        Use technology to continually learn, share knowledge with assurance team members and enhance service delivery

·        Direct field work, inform supervisors of the audit engagement status and manage assurance staff performance

·        Foster an efficient, innovative and team-oriented work environment

·        Use technology to continually learn, share knowledge with assurance team members and enhance service delivery

·        Develop an understanding of EY's service lines and actively seek/encourage assurance team members to contribute ideas and identify opportunities to apply the firm's services

To qualify for the role you must have:  

·        A bachelor's degree an approximately 8 years of related work experience; or a graduate degree and approximately 7 years of related work experience

·        A degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

·        U.S. CPA license

·        Excellent project management skills

·        Advanced written and verbal communication skills

·        Dedication to teamwork and leadership

·        Integrity within a professional environment

·        Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret clearance or higher

• The EY Government and Infrastructure Practice's staffing model is to assign resources to projects aligned to the office within the metropolitan area you have been hired; however, in certain circumstances, travel may be required within and/or beyond your geographic region based on client and project needs. For roles within the federal practice, the flexibility to travel up to approximately 30% is preferred. Within the state, local and education practice, the flexibility to travel up to approximately 80% is preferred.  

Ideally you’ll also have:

·        CGFM and/or CDFM

What we look for: 

We're interested in versatile people with the ability to take on new responsibilities and listen to clients to get things done. We're not just looking for technical accounting experience — we're after genuinely interesting people with the abilityto build relationships, negotiate and think in unique and creative news ways. If you're a confident leader with a curiousmind and the ability to solve complex issues, this role is for you. 

What we offer you
At EY, we harness our collective strength to empower you to shape your future with confidence through professional growth, personal fulfillment and an inclusive culture. Learn more at ey.com/us/careers.

• We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business.  The base salary range for this job is: 
• • New York City, Boston, and Washington DC Metro Areas, Washington State, and Southern California offices – $176,000 to $365,500
  • Bay Area California offices – $183,400 to $380,800
  • All other offices locations in the US, including Sacramento – $146,700 to $335,100 
• Individual salaries within these ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography.  In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
• Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

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

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