Join EY's Global Delivery Services (GDS) as a FAAS Manager and shape your career in a globally connected environment. You'll contribute to building a better working world by providing expert Financial Accounting Advisory Services to clients worldwide. GDS is a key strategic component of EY, supporting growth with over 80,000 professionals across ten global locations. We offer a dynamic workplace where innovation, client service excellence, and professional development are paramount. This role is based in one of our GDS locations and supports EY practices and clients globally, with potential for short-term international travel.

EY is committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, fostering an environment where diverse perspectives are celebrated and individuals can authentically contribute. We believe in continuous learning and offer opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and mentorship. Our culture is built on integrity, respect, teaming, and courage to lead.

Lead global and domestic client service teams in delivering comprehensive FAAS solutions. This includes managing transaction accounting for events like IPOs, SPACs, and divestitures, preparing financial statements, executing GAAP conversions, and providing technical accounting research and advisory. You will also be responsible for organizing technical training and addressing service delivery quality issues.

Key responsibilities involve managing and developing teams, conducting performance reviews, mentoring staff, and identifying development needs. You will also support FAAS leadership in growth and quality initiatives, enhance relationships with global teams to identify GDS opportunities, and apply professional judgment in accounting standards application. Practice development activities, including thought leadership and event management, are also expected.

We are seeking a professional with expert knowledge of IFRS or US GAAP and international accounting standards. Extensive hands-on experience is required in transaction accounting and reporting (IPOs, SPACs, Carve-outs, PPA), GAAP conversions, and implementing new accounting standards. Experience in drafting accounting policies, technical accounting research, consolidation support, and financial statement close process support is essential.

Ideal candidates will possess a Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA (US), or ACCA (UK) qualification, with 6-10 years of post-qualification experience in assurance or finance controllership roles, including at least 2 years in Financial Accounting and Advisory Services. Prior Big 10 experience and exposure to data analytics/visualization tools are considered advantageous. Flexibility for short-notice travel is necessary. Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, and technical writing skills are crucial for success in this role.