The opportunity The Assurance Department specialises in delivering high quality and efficient audit and advisory services to a portfolio of clients, understanding the enterprise-wide view of business risk and how this risk can be effectively managed. We use state-of-the-art diagnostic tools to evaluate business processes and controls, and advanced technology in knowledge sharing. Responsibilities: - Leading the day to day delivery on client engagement projects to maintain quality and our promise for exceptional service delivery to all our clients; - Preparation of high-quality client deliverables including (but not limited to) technical accounting analysis papers, IFRSs compliant financial statements, project reports, special purpose financial information, accounting policies documentation; - Leading consultations and research in line with agreed engagement execution plans to support deliverables to our clients; - Presentation of the work results to senior team members or clients in a clear and concise manner; - Client management and liaison with senior client stakeholders with a view to build strong working relationships with our clients; - Managing performance of junior team members through on the job coaching, mentoring and providing constructive and timely performance feedback; - Liaison with other EY teams and Service lines, if necessary, to ensure seamless solutions to our clients. Skills: - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an execution focus displaying a strong commercial awareness and client orientation; - Ability to independently research and resolve emerging client issues, including regulations, industry practices and new technologies; - Good communication and presentation skills of complex topics; - Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in teams, guiding more junior members of staff and influencing senior team members; - Ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams, mentoring and improving a team of high-performing colleagues - Assertive and proactive approach to the delivery/implementation of projects demonstrating strong ownership and autonomy - Ability to network effectively within large organisations and build effective relationships - Fluent in English Qualifications and Experience - Accountancy qualified (ACCA or equivalent); - A minimum of 7 years post qualified experience; - Deep understanding of IFRS including experience in the implementation of IFRS 9, 15 and 16; - Proven ability to work on complex accounting issues and ability to clearly articulate the advice in written technical accounting papers; - Experience in leading the planning, execution and reporting on engagements. - Previous experience at Senior Manager level is considered an asset.