Government and Infrastructure Assurance Manager - Audit, Delivery Manager

Government and Infrastructure - Assurance Manager - Audit - Delivery Manager

From strategy to execution, the Government and Infrastructure practice of Ernst & Young LLP provides a full range of consulting and audit services to 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

The Service Delivery Center is made up of high-performing, US-based resources who work closely with our experienced professionals to deliver project-based work and managed services to our federal clients. The Service Delivery Center is a core component of the Government and Infrastructure.  This position supports the Assurance team by directing and managing Assurance work. This position will provide day-to-day management of Associate Analyst I through Senior Analyst (Analysts) ranks.

Your key responsibilities

• Provide management, supervision and evaluation of Senior Analysts, Analysts and Associate Analysts
• Manage the administration of audit reporting and documentation
• Identify potential audit issues or unusual relationships from analysis of financial statements and raise the issue to the engagement senior manager for resolution
• Apply accounting and auditing concepts to client situations
• Complete and/or oversee documentation and execution of specific audit procedures
• Identify opportunities to enhance audit techniques and provide recommendation to the engagement senior manager
• Drive development of audit and accounting client deliverables
• Perform financial and audit data analytics
• Monitor project scope and schedule and the progress of client engagement deliverables.
• Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders across other EY functional groups
• Meet engagement project expectations defined by project and engagement stakeholders
• Identify, communicate and address project risks, assumptions and constraints
• Direct field work, inform supervisors of the engagement status and manage Analyst performance
• Manage resources, communications, and cost management of projects/programs
• Assume responsibility for the collection and documentation of project and engagement financial, accounting and audit related information for daily, weekly, monthly and ad hoc reporting, as directed
• Assume responsibility for the completion and delivery of engagement specific work products and deliverables
• Direct, review and analyze the work of Associate Analyst I through Senior Analyst ranks 
• Communicate the progress of the assigned tasks on a period basis to the senior manager
• Communicate with the client in connection with executing audit procedures, as necessary

Skills and attributes for success

• Intellectual curiosity and strong sense of professional skepticism
• Ability to quickly grasp complex processes involving multiple stakeholders and information systems
• Effective teaming and collaboration with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and skillsets

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Bachelor's degree
• CPA
• United States citizenship; and must be able to obtain and maintain a secret clearance or higher
• Five (5) or more years of relevant experience, including at least 3 years' experience with Federal financial, accounting or audit related work 
• Proven people management experience and ability to manage large teams in a metrics-driven, managed services environment, supporting nationally distributed teams and clients
• Excellent communication, facilitation and presentation skills demonstrated through effective writing and presentations to clients and internal stakeholders
• Ability to meet all project and client engagement milestones, deadlines and budgets
• Ability to monitor the scope of projects and engagements and ability to determine if adjustments are required
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effectively work with a nationally distributed team
• Excellent skills within MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and following up on open issues
• Excellent English language skills ' both written and verbal
• Flexibility to travel up to 20%

Ideally, you'll also have

• Ability to obtain other certifications as may be required by federal regulations 

What we look for

We are looking for people who strive to lead themselves, their teams, and their communities, people who can foster effective team work to drive results.  We’re interested in authentic communicators with the ability to collaborate with EY colleagues across various teams who want to develop personally and professionally in a dynamic organization.

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 – $117,900 to $196,300
  • Bay Area California offices – $122,700 to $204,500
  • All other offices locations in the US, including Sacramento – $98,200 to $180,000 
• 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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