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Job description
Requisition ID: 493822
Intelligent Automation – Associate
Description of Role:
Key Responsibilities:
Qualification/s & Experience:
The ideal candidate should have or be in the process of obtaining:
Skills:
Behavioural Attributes:
The opportunity
Our structured career framework means you’ll continue to develop, whatever level you’re at. So, whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.
Your key responsibilities
Our IT Risk & Assurance services are designed for the dual purpose of strengthening internal controls and, in so doing, helping to improve IT and business performance. In addition to assurance-related engagements such as financial attestation and ISAE 3402 engagements, our IT risk advisory services focus on IT governance and effectiveness; IT program management and assurance; security and controls of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) implementations; and business intelligence and information analysis. We are currently offering positions in the following areas:
Application Risk & Controls practice
Information Management and Analysis Services practice
Financial Services Technology Risk and IT Regulatory Services
In your role as a Risk Assurance Associate, you’ll:
Effectively manage and motivate client engagement teams with diverse skills and backgrounds.
Consistently deliver quality client services and manage expectations of client service delivery.
Drive high-quality work products within expected timeframes and on budget.
Monitor progress, manage risk and ensure key stakeholders are kept informed about progress and expected outcomes.
Stay abreast of current business and industry trends relevant to the client's business.
Develop and maintain long-term relationships and networks with clients and internal EY stakeholders - Demonstrate deep technical capabilities and professional knowledge.
Possess in depth business acumen and demonstrate ability to quickly assimilate to new knowledge. - Remain current on new developments in advisory services capabilities and industry knowledge.
Skills and attributes for success
Working experience on at least two (2) full cycles of access control framework definition, security role design, remediation and implementation for ERP solutions such as SAP and Oracle.
Working experience in performing business process controls review, access controls review (e.g., segregation of duties) and project risk assessments in an ERP environment. Having experience in continuous controls monitoring and controls optimization type of work would be an advantage.
In-depth knowledge on key risks and expected controls (including compensating controls) in one or more business processes (e.g., procure to pay, and financial statement close)
Understanding of and/or implementation experience with a variety of GRC tools (e.g., SAP GRC and Oracle ICM)
To qualify for the role, you must have:
A recognized university degree in accounting, business, information technology, engineering, mathematics or other relevant discipline
At least 4 years of relevant consulting or industry experience, preferably in a professional services environment or MNC.
Candidates who possess professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and / or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) are highly encouraged to apply.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint
Strong analytical, interpersonal, communication, writing and presentation skills
Demonstrates integrity, values, principles, and work ethic
Willingness to travel on overseas assignment as the need arises
Ideally, you’ll also have
Application Risk & Controls
This practice focuses on enterprise IT application assessment, Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) technology assessment, IT Application and Tool Implementation. We deliver valuable insights and enable better business decisions through improved quality of information.
What we look for
More than anything, we’re interested in people with the right attitude for the job! That’s naturally entrepreneurial people that feed on the energy of a thriving global team. You’ll need a balance of technical and analytical skills, a creative approach to work and strong communication skills. Put simply, if you’ve got big ideas on how we can do better, as well as the confidence to voice them, this role is for you.
The opportunity
DnA has never been as important in Technology at it is today, and that trend is only set to continue. It’s all about predicting future events in an increasingly ambiguous market. To stay ahead, we’re diversifying our technology capabilities and using innovative new tools and processes, and this is your chance to make a big impact on that vision.
Your key responsibilities
To manage client portfolios relating to the design, development and implementation of data management, engineering and analytics driven solutions, both in South Africa and abroad. Consulting background preferable, with an understanding of business and operational processes. The key requirement of this role will be the ability to understand and unpack a client’s requirements and design an appropriate solution and data architecture to meet the brief, while at the same time managing the client relationship, expectations, risks and progress against milestones.
Skills and attributes for success
Solution and data architecture skills
Define and implement solutions that use new and emerging technologies such as AWS, Azure, MicroServices, Google Cloud
Manage implementations in Agile based development using SCRUM
Knowledge of data privacy and security requirements across geographies and how to manage that through appropriate data architectures
Technical skills
PostgreSQL
SQL Server
Python
Java
Scala
Visual Basic
C#, C, C++
Redis
Mongo
Analytical skills
Descriptive/ informative analytics
Predictive analytics
Prescriptive/ decision making analytics
Data visualisation and dashboarding
To qualify for the role, you must have:
Relevant Information Technology degree.
Ideally, you’ll also have experience in
Data pipelines
Data transformation
Data modelling
Data layering
What we look for
More than anything, we’re interested in people with the right attitude for the job! That’s naturally entrepreneurial people that feed on the energy of a thriving global team. You’ll need a balance of technical and analytical skills, a creative approach to work and strong communication skills. Put simply, if you’ve got big ideas on how we can do better, as well as the confidence to voice them, this role is for you.
Client responsibilities
Manage engagement economics and communicate significant issues, fees and estimates to complete to partners and clients
Assist partners with generating new business opportunities and building client networks and relationships
Understand our service offerings and actively identify opportunities to better serve clients
Build strong internal relationships within Assurance and across other services
Execution of complex audit engagements, managing risk and applying professional scepticism
Application of complex risk management policies and procedures on engagements with an understanding of global and local independence rules
Maximize operational efficiency with a focus on key performance drivers and improve operating practices by leading the implementation of all new audit solutions and enablers
Enhance EY’s brand positioning through strong external relationships across a network of existing and future clients
Provide strategic and relevant insight, connectedness and responsiveness to all clients that anticipates their needs
Maximize business development opportunities through leveraging of networks across other service lines and geographies
Participate as a reviewer in the Audit Quality Review process
Defend the audit work in connection with internal or external inspections (regulator, AQR, peer review)
Qualifications and Experience
CA(SA)
Thorough knowledge of current auditing techniques
Experience of the entire audit process
Familiarity with IFRS and local GAAP
Detailed understanding of risk-based auditing and risk and control strategies
Understanding of Quality & Risk Management procedures
Compliance with regulatory requirements
Insurance auditing experience
Financial services auditing experience
6 - 8 years post articles Audit experience
Technical skills requirements
Thorough knowledge of current auditing techniques
Five years to eight years of relevant work experience preferred
Experience of the entire audit process
Understanding of IFRS and local GAAP
Detailed understanding of risk-based auditing and risk and control strategies
Understanding of Quality & Risk Management (Q&RM) procedures
Compliance with and understanding of regulatory requirements
Additional skills requirements
Track record with a blue-chip audit firm
Professional accountancy qualification
Strong academic record including a degree
What working at EY offers
We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes social insurance and housing, additional commerce insurance, a minimum of 10 days of vacation and a range of programs and benefits designed to support your physical and social well-being. Plus, we offer:
Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around
Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you
Description of Role:
Key Responsibilities:
Qualification/s & Experience:
The ideal candidate should have or be in the process of obtaining:
Skills:
Behavioural Attributes:
Who we are:
At EY we support you in achieving your unique potential both personally and professionally. We give you stretching and rewarding experiences that keep you motivated, working in an atmosphere of integrity and teaming with some of the world's most successful companies. And while we encourage you to take personal responsibility for your career, we support you in your professional development in every way we can. You enjoy the flexibility to devote time to what matters to you, in your business and personal lives. At EY you can be who you are and express your point of view, energy and enthusiasm, wherever you are in the world. It's how you make a difference.
The opportunity
Our TFO/GO team works with clients to manage their global accounting and tax obligations proactively and responsibly. Our services including global bookkeeping, statutory accounting and reporting, direct tax compliance and accounting, indirect tax compliance, payroll and tax controversy. TFO/GO is supported by our industry-leading Global Tax Platform (GTP) which is redefining how accounting and tax operates and how we serve our clients. It is technology enabling enhanced tax services to better support the evolving needs of our clients. We operate as advisors to our client’s Finance and Tax leaders and play this critical role as their managed services provider. Our high growth practice attracts the interest of our largest, most complex clients as well as mid-market clients looking to focus their accounting and tax resources on other priorities. Mentored by nationally recognized professionals, including the firm’s most senior talent, you’ll be trusted business advisor by delivering on our promises to our stakeholder’s and play a critical role in building a better working world.
Your key responsibilities
Your role as manager will focus on establishing relationships with client personnel at appropriate levels while working to consistently deliver exceptional client service across the global direct tax life cycle. Your key responsibilities will include:
Global delivery of end-to-end direct tax processes including data gathering, tax accounting, tax compliance, tax reconciliations and tax controversy.
Supporting the full engagement life cycle of a global record-to-report managed services engagement including:
Solution design and scoping
Project management of implementation including mobilizing global cross-functional teams
Service management of delivery to client
Commercial management of contract, billing and change management
Technology deployment and maintenance
Managing data operations and data analytics
Deliver value by sharing global accounting and tax developments, insights and market trends
To qualify for the role, you must have
A bachelor's degree in a related field and a minimum of six years of related work experience (e.g. accounting firm, international or regional tax experience).
Strong analytical skills, interpersonal, and written/verbal communication skills as well as a strong problem-solving ability, attention to detail and an entrepreneurial approach to work.
Strong organizational and time management skills with a demonstrated ability to capture and synthesize business requirements.
Strong proficiency and a high level of comfort working with new and emerging technologies.
Ability to lead global virtual and on-site teams, mentor counselees and manage client
Flexibility and willingness to travel.
Ideally, you’ll also have
Demonstrate professionalism through a positive and cooperative attitude and by maintaining the confidential and proprietary nature of client relationships and related work products.
Take ownership of tasks and have the proper judgment to make critical decisions.
Have a strong ability to work under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines.
Coach/mentor junior team members to help EY continue to build an inclusive culture and high-performing teams.
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