COMPLETE Accounting and Operations Analyst

Job Description

The opportunity

 

The Accounting and Operations Analyst will join EY Canada’s Partnership Operations Group where they will be responsible for Accounting and Operational support.

 

This is an incredible opportunity for someone who is looking to get exposure to all our business lines and support functions. This role will give you the opportunity to build relationships throughout the organization to advance your career in a multitude of different directions. In this role you get to work with and support different tasks within:

• Finance
• HR
• Marketing
• Risk Management
• Compliance
• Corporate Responsibility
• Communications

Your key responsibilities

 

Accounting (70% of the role)

• Perform various accounting activities, including reconciliation and analysis of general ledger accounts
• Responsible for the daily monitoring of GL transactions (e.g., ensuring that inter-company transactions are balanced on both entities' books) and making certain the transactions, approvals and required documentation/support are accurate and complete. Any variances are researched and reported for immediate resolution.
• Ensure journal entries are accurate and posted in a timely manner.
• Perform ad hoc research and analysis of various accounting transactions, including sub-systems, and communicates findings.
• Resolve confidential and general accounting issues with limited supervision, consistent with established policies and procedures.
• Respond to accounting requests and inquiries from internal and external stakeholders
• Establish and implement basic accounting procedures, and maintain organized filing systems
• Identify issues that may create potential financial exposure and/or risk to the Firm and escalates accordingly.
• Resolve confidential and general accounting issues with general supervision, consistent with established policies and procedures.

Operational Excellence (30% of the role)

• Generate and provide accurate and timely results in the form of reports, presentations, and other relevant documents.
• Identify and communicate processing and technology issues, internal control weaknesses, and accounting issues, and develop recommended solutions.
• Participate as a contributor on large special projects, and act as the owner of smaller projects.
• Perform general administrative duties and ad hoc tasks for the Manager and Director

Skills and attributes for success

• Thoroughly understand and apply the objectives of firm policies and procedures to guide decisions when analyzing accounting transactions and general ledger accounts
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Utilizes analytical skills and ability to apply sound business judgment to individual and team assignments.
• Ability to comprehend firm communications, announcements, other change management initiatives, etc. and correlates these changes to the core accounting policies and/or procedures and escalates as appropriate.
• Exhibits a positive attitude and approach, willingly accepts new challenges, and is flexible and accepting of change.
• Committed to delivering quality work, demonstrates a willingness to team with others, and helps create a positive work environment.
• Demonstrates healthy skepticism when analyzing accounting transactions. 
• Utilize available resources – both internal firm tools (i.e., Mercury/SAP, various financial reporting tools / resources, ad hoc reports, etc.) and external resources (i.e., Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)) to make independent judgments as to the appropriateness of accounting transactions.
• Leverage technology and effectively use systems and tools to generate reports, and provide stakeholders with data and analytical support to drive decision-making
• Actively demonstrate confidentiality and discretion in preparing, disclosing, and handling information of a confidential and sensitive nature
• Exhibit a positive attitude and approach, willingly accept new challenges, and is flexible and accepting of change
• Effective time management skills and flexibility to work with changing priorities, and the ability to handle multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced work environment
• Strong computer literacy with highly advanced skills in Microsoft Office products, especially with Excel

To qualify for the role, you must have

• 3+ years of progressive financial accounting experience with excellent knowledge of accounting principals
• Strong organization and prioritization skills, attention to detail, with high level of accuracy
• Proven experience updating processes and approaches related to operational excellence and internal controls

Ideally you will also have:

• Partnership, personal, and corporate tax knowledge
• Working towards CPA designation

What we offer

 

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 allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning 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

Diversity and Inclusion at EY 

 

Diversity and inclusiveness are at the heart of who we are and how we work. We’re committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advocating for the 2SLGBT+ community, promoting our Neurodiversity Centre of Excellence and Accessibility initiatives, and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous people (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation. Our diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.