Finance - General Ledger Support, Senior Associate

Ernst & Young

Pakistan

Ref: NP946-1591

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

The opportunity

As we roll out the Next Wave Strategy across EY and with our MENA Service Lines starting a new journey with a bold purpose of building a better working world by transforming business through the power of people, technology and innovation, the role of a GL becomes even more critical to ensure that firm liabilities are correctly stated at any given point & balance sheet reflects the correct position of vendors.

As we expand our MENA service lines, we have identified the need to have additional support in the GL function.

Your key responsibilities:

• EY is using the Mercury program. All finance modules are on SAP so the individual should aware of ERP/ SAP usage.
• Individual should understand offshore working.
• Work shall be managed from the Karachi location for Middle East (ME) offices.
• This will require effective relationships with the wider finance community in various ME offices.
• Capable of managing the GL functions independently and can participate and lead various improvement activities over the course of time.
• Develop a clear understanding of and adherence to all finance policies and processes.
• Be a go to person for any GL related issues in the particular location.
• To ensure periodical vendor reconciliations and balance confirmations are available.

Skills and attributes for success:

• Ability to solve problems and provide credible solutions
• Confident to challenge where appropriate
• Strong analytical and numerical skills, with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Good time management skills and able to balance multiple priorities by considering risk, importance and level of urgency
• Eagerness to learn quickly, be proactive and share knowledge
• Well-developed listening skills combined with the capability to apply judgment and seek guidance when escalation to a functional expert is appropriate

Requirements

To qualify for the role, you must have:

• Experience working in a fast-paced environment with a strong work ethic
• 4+ years of relevant experience ideally in a professional services firm
• Able to interact well with people at all levels within the firm and build strong relationships
• Strong knowledge of MS Office Packages. Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Word in particular.
• Excellent communications and organizational skills.
• Detail oriented and eager to analyze and solve complex cases.
• Have a finance related degree, studying for an accountancy qualification or experience working for a professional service or consultancy environment.
• Be innovative, confident and creative thinker with ability to make quick decisions.

Ideally, you will also have:

• A business/commercial degree or post graduate.
• Experience in budgeting and account forecasting.
• People management and development experience.
• Great knowledge of market activities.
• Good business-related experience background.

What we look for:

We are looking for people who can combine, great listening skills, collaboration, influencing and commercial acumen. Being able thrive in an ever changing, diverse, multi-cultural environment where we expect exceptional quality and show passion for your work will set you up for success.

What working for 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. We also offer:
• Exposure to some of the greatest colleagues and clients in the industry
• Support, feedback and coaching in a culture that values operational excellence
• Career potential to grow both within the MENA region and globally
• A culture that will encourage you to grow your skills and strengths for your own betterment as well as that or EY

About EY

As a global leader in assurance, tax, strategy, transaction and consulting services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. And with a commitment to hiring and developing the most passionate people, we’ll make our ambition to be the best employer by 2020 a reality.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

Build your legacy with us.

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About the Company

EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available on our site.

The MENA practice of EY has been operating in the region since 1923. For over 95 years, we have grown to over 7,500 people united across 21 offices and 16 countries, sharing the same values and an unwavering commitment to quality. As an organization, we continue to develop outstanding leaders who deliver exceptional services to our clients and who contribute to our communities. We are proud of our accomplishments over the years, reaffirming our position as the largest and most established professional services organization in the region

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