GPS - Financial Accounting Advisory Services - Senior Manager

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help build a better working world. The opportunity Our Government & Public Sector‑Financial Accounting Advisory Services (GPS‑FAAS) team is growing exponentially, and as a Senior Manager you’ll play a key role in that growth. Working across all Federal GPS 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 and challenge existing practices to develop answers to complex issues. You’ll also be collaborating with colleagues across multiple service lines, building relationships and identifying opportunities for our clients to benefit from our knowledge in other areas. Regular travel will be required as you will be meeting with key clients, including some of the most respected in their fields. Skills and attributes for success Develop and maintain strong, productive working relationships with audit client personnel, assess audit client 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. 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 and 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 a 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 Public Sector 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 who can 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 ability to build relationships, negotiate and think in unique and creative new ways. If you’re a confident leader with a curious mind and the ability to solve complex issues, this role is for you. What We Offer You 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. 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 in all geographic locations in the US is $146,700 to $335,100. The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $176,000 to $380,800. Individual salaries within those 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. Join us in our team‑led and leader‑enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client‑serving roles to work together in person 40‑60 % of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year. 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. EY accepts applications for this position on an on‑going basis. EY focuses on high‑ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities. 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