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The Opportunity
To further support the significant growth of our Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) team in Switzerland, we are looking to hire additional highly-qualified resources in Zurich/Basel. Specifically, as part of this job posting, we are looking for a Senior Consultant to support our US-Focused Markets Group (US-FMG). Working across many different industries, this individual will develop by executing and leading US GAAP, SOX 404 and US capital markets specific FAAS projects.
Your Key Responsibilities
* Collaborate with the EY FAAS leadership in Switzerland to develop and execute on strategies for individual clients to satisfy high client expectations
* Work with other service lines and subject matter experts in providing an integrated service delivery model across functions in an international team to meet our clients’ high expectations
* Be responsible for supporting and delivering US GAAP / US capital markets type FAAS projects and contribute to the growth of the FAAS US-FMG
* Be responsible for delivering SOX 404 advisory service in connection with transactions and support with Day 2 topics
* Participation in projects to implement ESG-related disclosure requirements including process and controls around the required disclosures
* Support the team in fully understanding the client's business needs and expectations to develop client deliverables that are client-focused, clear, accurate and well-presented
* Team player focusing on coaching our colleagues locally and our off-shore team with a high degree of initiative and a high sense of responsibility
* Ensure work is delivered in a timely manner and in compliance with regulatory requirements
* Engage and develop new opportunities related to new FAAS projects, solutions, and relationships
* Ability to understand clients needs from transactions to SOX compliance
Skills and Attributes for Success
To qualify for the role you must have
* Bachelor or Master degree (preferred in Accounting/Finance), complemented with completed further relevant professional education (e.g., US CPA (preferred), or Swiss CPA, ACCA, CFA)
* 2 to 5 years of experience in audit or consulting with a focus on US GAAP, PCAOB, SOX, SEC, and US capital market transactions
* Advisory experience with capital markets transactions, such as initial public offerings (IPOs), public debt listings, carve-out transactions, etc. is strongly encouraged
* Experience with SOX 404 process and controls is highly encouraged
* IFRS knowledge is not required but a plus to support GAAP conversion projects
* A proven track record in managing high-performing teams, including offshore/remote resources
* Strong risk management knowledge and technical writing skills
* Proactive, flexible and team-oriented from concept and design to implementation of projects. Intellectual curiosity and willingness to go “the extra mile”
* Ability to build relevant internal and external networks in a fast-paced, international environment, fostering sustainable relationships
* Strong English skills (speaking and writing) is a prerequisite, German and French are a plus
What We Offer
At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams.
EY is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all candidates. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce.
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