Career Opportunities at EY

The opportunity 

The work we do isn’t about providing ‘off-the shelf’ solutions; so, we will train and coach you to develop a set of core consulting skills that will be transferable across a broad range of projects. You’ll work as part of high-performing teams on a broad range of financial services clients and assignments that will stretch and challenge you. You’ll be encouraged and expected to take accountability and make an impact.

Your key responsibilities 

The scope of the work that you can expect to be involved in will include supporting our clients across a range of risk-related topics, such as Governance, Regulatory Compliance and Conduct Risk. This also includes the ability to assess policies and procedures in order to identify gaps to regulatory requirements and provide remediation plans or recommendations. You can expect to be working on client assignments across the industries we serve - banking, insurance, and wealth and asset management. You'll actively establish internal and external relationships and identify and escalate potential business opportunities for Ernst & Young within existing engagements.

Qualifications and Experience

• A professional qualification in finance, risk management or legal
• Certificate in Money Laundering Control or Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist
• A minimum of 3 years of work experience in a conduct-related risk/compliance management role within financial services, either in an industry line function and/or consulting capacity with a focus on regulatory advisory
• Experience in analysing and monitoring risks related to Anti-Money Laundering, Counter Terrorist Financing and Sanctions Compliance in a banking environment or similar would be highly advantageous
• Previous experience of exposure to regulatory requirements across pan-African jurisdictions would be an advantage
• Strong analytical, interpersonal and communication skills
• An understanding of how conduct regulation affects people, processes and systems of a financial services organisation
• Proficiency with MS Office
• Additional experience based in the Exchange Control Regulations, Collective Investment Schemes Act, Financial Markets Act, Pension Fund Act and related regulation would be an advantage

Ideally, you’ll also have 

• Ability to understand and adapt to changing regulatory and legislative requirements
• An interest in continuous self-development 
• Complex problem-solving capabilities

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Job purpose:

We are looking for a manager who can support us in building out our data management service offering. You will contribute technically and strategically to the Data and Analytics client engagements and internal projects. An important part of your role will be to actively establish, maintain and strengthen internal and external relationships. You'll also identify potential business opportunities for EY within existing engagements, and escalate these as appropriate. Similarly, you'll anticipate and identify risks within engagements and share any issues with senior members of the team.

In line with Ernst & Young's commitment to quality, you'll confirm that work is of high quality. As an influential member of the team, you'll help to create a positive learning culture, coach and counsel junior team members and help them to develop.

Client responsibilities

• Participate in and own data management and governance engagements, with a technical execution role around assessment, design and implementation of leading practice data management frameworks.
• Work effectively as a Manager, delegating responsibility, providing support, maintaining communication and updating senior team members on progress
• Help prepare reports and schedules that will be delivered to clients and other parties
• Develop and maintain productive working relationships with client personnel
• Build strong internal relationships within EY Advisory Services and with other services across the organisation

People responsibilities

• Conduct performance reviews and contribute to performance feedback for staff
• Contribute to people-related initiatives including recruiting and retaining Data and Analytics professionals
• Maintain an educational program to continually develop personal skills of staff
• Understand and follow workplace policies and procedures

Preferred experience

The person needs a solid grounding in data management, with experience in broader governance, risk management, operating model design and consulting preferred. The person further needs a good understanding of the design, development and implementation of data analytics and analytics driven solutions covering the entire spectrum from basic analytics to advanced analytics such as predictive modelling, machine learning and artificial intelligence. Lastly, the person needs 2 to 3 years of experience in managing teams

Data management, specifically

• Data governance
• Data architecture
• Data modelling and design
• Data security
• Data quality
• Enterprise risk services with a specific focus on data and IT
• Organisational governance principles and frameworks

Project risk:

• Robust understanding of program and project management practices
• Familiarity with a typical systems development life cycle
• Proven business process/analysis skills
• A broad appreciation of business processes, data structures, IT applications and infrastructure, IT processes, and governance and internal control principles.

Data analytics

• Quantitative skills - This could include statistical, econometrical, mathematical skills etc.

Working knowledge of:

• Descriptive/ informative analytics
• Predictive analytics
• Prescriptive/ decision making analytics
• Analytical skills
• Social media analytics
• Risk & control analytics
• Process analytics
• Operational analytics
• Financial modelling
• Risk scoring
• Risk modelling
• Previous consulting experience preferred

Qualifications:

• Minimum B.Sc / B.Com Honours with focus on quantitative skills, financial engineering, mathematical modelling, data modelling, IT.

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The opportunity

At EY, we believe sustainability is the innovation opportunity of our lifetime. Enterprises and people are inspired now more than ever to do the right thing, to collaborate, innovate and accelerate to a more sustainable future. Our Climate Change and Sustainability Services (CCASS) team is growing exponentially, and as a Senior manager you’ll play a key role in that growth. Working across all industries, you’ll develop your career through exceptional diverse experience spanning both delivery of assurance engagements over a variety of non-financial reports and broader ESG consulting in a dynamic and purpose-led team.

Your key responsibilities

The nature of this role means no two projects will be the same. That means you’ll need to think on your feet and challenge existing practices to develop answers to complex issues. You’ll also be collaborating with colleagues across multiple service lines and disciplines to provide our clients with integrated solution, so a key part of your role will be to build relationships and develop talent. In a modern hybrid working environment supported by cutting-edge technology, travel and on-site work will still be required from time-to-time as you will be meeting with key clients and overseeing engagement teams.

Skills and attributes for success

The successful candidate will have extensive experience in ESG audit and assurance as this will be a large focus of their role, though there will be significant opportunities to contribute to the broader sustainability services that we offer to our clients, spanning climate change and ESG advisory, non-financial reporting, more traditional EHS assessments and outcomes measurement.

• Excellent audit skills and experience at a senior manager level (5 years post-articles, >2 years at a senior management level)
• Experience leading large, complex / multi-location engagements across a range of industries, experience in the extractive and financial sectors would be advantageous
• Extensive experience in performing / leading ESG assurance engagements in a medium / large audit firm in accordance with ISAE  3000 (Revised), with a strong technical understanding of ESG issues and metrics/ KPIs and good practice frameworks such as GRI
• Collaborating with partners & clients to influence their approach to ESG and integration into their business strategy, balancing risk and client expectations
• Understanding of the key sustainability (e.g. environmental, health & safety, energy, carbon management, etc.) issues and drivers and how they link to business and long-term value creation
• Ensuring our Engagement team thoroughly understands our clients’ unique needs, ambitions and expectations
• Building relationships with colleagues across multiple service lines to provide a seamless integrated service
• Managing performance and identifying opportunities to improve our products and processes
• Experience in supervising, developing and performance managing talent
• Commercial and leadership skills combined with entrepreneurial mind set.

To qualify for the role you must have

• A CA(SA) with an audit focus
• Strong technical writing skills and advanced risk management knowledge
• A passion for sustainability with a proven track record in sustainability assurance
• An understanding of the marketplace, as well as commonly used terminology, processes and tools and the confidence and ability to research and resolve emerging client issues, regulations, frameworks and guidelines
• A proven record of excellence when managing, mentoring and improving a team of high-performing colleagues

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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 

• Identifying the key levers that impact solvency ratios and return on equity to optimize our clients’ capital position 
• Modeling, documenting and preparing application files
• Validating estimate models 
• Providing audit support for Solvency II and statutory reporting, including sample tests on Life Technical Provisions, IAS 19 and Pension funds 
• Acting as an actuarial professional, providing guidance on a wide range of areas, such as life and general insurance, investment, corporate finance, risk management and pensions 
• Further developing your team by coaching and mentoring a junior colleague 

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 2 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

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The opportunity 

You will work with challenging but motivating projects spread across a wide spectrum of companies and industries. Nonetheless, you will be working with a vibrant team that is focused on helping our clients succeed. Moreover, this role will offer you a diverse and independent work schedule that requires commitment and initiative.  

Your key responsibilities 

Everything you do will lead to providing definitive auditing services that the capital markets and the client can rely upon. You will analyze financial statements, annual reports and annual general meetings for our clients to ensure that there are no breach of auditing standards. You will help our clients respond better to reporting and auditing issues within their businesses.  

Skills and attributes for success 

• Identifying potential audit issues or unusual trends in financial statements with detailed analytical trend analysis  
• Demonstrating your professionalism while working in clients’ environments and providing exceptional service  
• Operating effectively in a regulated environment, with a focus on protecting the capital markets and the investing public   
• Having a genuine passion for protecting the financial markets via audit procedures auditing, and the resilience to prioritize and adapt in a demanding, fast-moving, constantly changing environment  

To qualify for the role you must have 

• Bcom Honours with ITC
• Around 1-2 years’ post article experience as an accountant or auditor in the Assurance Space
• Excellent critical thinking and analysis skills, and the confidence to identify and resolve         problems   
• A proven record of excellence in communication and negotiation, supported by the technical writing skills to translate data into compelling stories and meaningful insights. 

Ideally, you’ll also have 

•  Qualified CA(SA) 

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The opportunity

You’ll own activities across our EY service lines including various recruiting events and programs. You’ll be part of a collaborative team with high visibility to leadership and the opportunity to network with a wide array of stakeholders and influencers. You’ll be acting as an ambassador for EY, so our reputation for excellence and innovation will be in your hands. You’ll be bringing future leaders into the firm while having the opportunity to grow and build your career.

Your key responsibilities

It’s no exaggeration to say no two days are quite the same in this role. You’ll take on a wide range of responsibilities from facilitating and attending campus recruiting events, to managing campus programs, and initiatives. You’ll work closely with business leaders to develop recruiting strategies for specific universities, colleges, and markets.

Skills and attributes for success

You’ll be managing a diverse array of campus projects and events so strong organizational skills and attention to detail are key. You’ll have the ability to build and nurture long term relationships with internal and external influencers and stakeholders. You’ll need to be creative and innovative in developing sourcing strategies that attract talent and focus on campus initiatives.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A proven record of success in talent attraction and retention
• A broad understanding of recruitment laws and practices
• Experience managing and planning multiple events
• Practical knowledge of common computer programs (i.e. Microsoft Office) including applicant tracking systems.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, including comfort in speaking to large audiences.
• Strong numerical and excel skills.
• 2-3 plus years of related experience
• A Bachelor’s degree

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Experience working within professional services or large matrix corporate environment
• Analytical skills to interpret and react to complex and constantly evolving data

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Job description

The Financial Reporting Group (FRG) is a Sub Management Unit (SMU) within Professional Practice. FRG consists of several Subject Matter Resources (SMR) who assist the Assurance business across Africa with complex accounting matters on their engagements. These SMRs are client facing staff with specialised skills which are primarily used to assist with the risk management process on audit engagements (IFRS pre-issuance technical review and consultations).

In addition to this, FRG is further responsible for the following:

• Drafting formal and second opinions and advice on the application of accounting principles
• Providing accounting training to clients (Financial Reporting Update and client specific requests)
• Provide accounting training to EY Staff (Trainee Accelerated Learning Platform and Executive Update)
• Coordinating and hosting the Excellence in Integrated Reporting Event
• Developing thought leadership
• Contribute to Global Publications and subject matter groups (IGAAP etc)
• Managing the IFRS Accreditation Process
• Running the IFRS desk on call facility
• Benchmarking engagements
• Represent EY at several committees established by with key stakeholders such as SAICA.

Overview of role description
Overall objective of the role – To support and report directly to the FRG Leadership on all FRG initiatives, with extensive focus on monitoring activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take lead in all administrative aspects for the FRG department and provide support to the FRG Leadership including setting up meetings, taking minutes and tracking and communicating actions.
• Coordinating and monitoring of logistics, communications and arrangements relating to key events such as the Financial Reporting Update and other client events
• Manage and monitor the IFRS desk line duty roster
• Act as administrator of the FRG SharePoint site
• Assist in preparing key monitoring reports including IFRS accreditation, QMT reports and time spent by team
• Coordinate logistics regarding distribution of through leadership, publications and communications
• Prepare slide presentations for various meetings with leadership and training sessions.
• Extraction of data and reports across the various firm databases including Mercury, PACE, Canvas, Consultation system, EY Leads/Success factors etc.
• Maintain IFRS pre-issuance reviewer allocation list
• Collate information for the Manager and Partner quality performance process
• Monitoring and reporting on the status of key projects to the FRG Leadership
• Preparation of communication in relation to key FRG projects and events
• The role is expected to constantly change as quality processes becomes evolve.

Competency and Personal Attributes

• +/-5 years’ + experience in project management.
• Strong interpersonal skills. Able to liaise with people at all levels, develop strong working relationships and networks 
• Strong organisational and project management skills
• Attention to detail
• Self-motivated and able to work well both independently and within a team
• Robust and assertive, able to handle conflicting demands and priorities
• Ability to manage and influence change
• Evidence of seeking continuous improvement
• ‘Can do’ attitude
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

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Job description

Requisition ID:  1351001

The Delivery Lead would be expected to provide Functional, Technical and Process Leadership to the Implementation team. Managing the Implementation team, the Delivery Lead would be responsible to ensure the timely delivery of quality solutions to the customers while ensuring that the financial goals  of the organization from the projects are met. This role would need to engage with Key Customers in ensuring that the Customer Satisfaction from Implementation Services of the company is maintained and improved. The Delivery Lead would be reporting to the Head of Delivery.

Responsibilities

The key responsibilities of the Delivery Lead include:

• Ensuring projects are executed following the Project Delivery Process
• Oversees the activities of project teams in their portfolios to deliver timely solutions that are aligned with the organization's strategy.
• Owns the project delivery cycle and ensures that implementations are executed according to the agreed scope, timeline and budget.
• Manages issues and risks associated with packaged application customization and implementation; proactively drives solutions.
• Governs PMO reports, internal/external training, communications, knowledge repository, and publications.
• Serves as a Management Representative for escalations around issues, remediation plans.
• Provides guidance to Delivery Managers and PMs throughout project lifecycle.
• Contributes and evaluates latest PM industry innovations and best practices to drive continuous improvement.
• Leads Project Delivery Life Cycle process improvement efforts
• Conducts ongoing examination of projects for compliance with project plans and budgets, influencing decisions on resource utilization and allocation at key project lifecycle decision points.
• Maintains oversight and accountability for project portfolio performance including the financial performance of the projects.

Essential Skills, Expertise and Experience

Following are the essential skills, expertise and experience for the ideal candidate:

• Hands on implementation experience of multiple enterprise-wide technology projects.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft platform technologies, will have a high-level understanding of Microsoft Azure.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in managing CRM implementations.
• Demonstrated experience in project management principles and managing delivery  organizations with over 150 Staff members.
• Proven ability to work within a team environment, manage multiple projects, and adapt to change.
• Proven ability to manage multiple teams located across different geographical regions for a single project.
• Proven ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams in an environment of competing interests and limited resources.
• Strong client management skills and experience working with enterprise clients.
• Extensive experience in delivering agile and hybrid projects.
• Excellent communication skills, capable and confident in CxO meetings, as well as talking to and managing highly technical people.
• Process / Compliance – Highly process / quality driven, will drive compliance across teams and projects.
• Expert problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively with other departments to resolve complex issues with innovative solutions
• Expert-level interpersonal, relationship building, and customer service orientation
• Expert-level ability to communicate (oral and written) at all of the organization, including B & C- Level executives
• Minimum of 15 years’ experience in IT industry.
• Experience of 5-10 years in managing large cross functional IT projects as a Delivery Manager desirable.

To qualify for the role you must have 

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma with IT, Finance or Business Administration and 15 or more years of related work experience in a Global Firm with specialization in an enterprise-wide CRM technology.
• Certification by the Project Management Institute (PMI), PMP is preferred, but not essential.
• Agile certification as Scrum Master or Product Owner.
• Experience in Agile framework participating directly in Agile practices and producing common artifacts.
• Experience in product development and delivery framework especially Agile framework, DevOps practices and micro services
• Prior CRM consulting experience. 
• Experience in financial services.
• Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, client service and technical writing skills, coupled with a strong interest in further developing and integrating enterprise business processes with technology skills. 
• Knowledge of leading practices, benchmarking, peer company environments and prior advisory experience relevant to industry-specific business and technology functions.  

 Ideally, you’ll also have 

• Degree emphasis in Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, IT, Computer Engineering, Business Management, MIS or Mathematics desired; master’s degree in one of these areas preferred 
• Microsoft Dynamics Certifications  

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The Opportunity:

We have an opportunity to employ a strong systems and technically minded candidate in the HROSS role, based in our Johannesburg, Sandton office. The HROSS will be responsible to action resolutions, prepare accurate data files and guide internal clients in Core HR related processes and systems. The ideal candidate will be able to work in a team supporting multiple, complex HR platforms including, the SAP Success Factors product suite, Service Now and other internal Global systems. The HROSS also collaborates with our team of Global technical specialists on daily technical resolutions, deliverables and local requirements.

Key responsibilities:

• Reporting to the HR Operations System Specialist Manager, you are expected to engage with various internal clients and the Global team to clarify any open operational or technical case management issues and queries.
• Coordinate and manage employee data related operations, implement controls and deliver outputs between Talent, Onshore and Offshore Service Delivery Centres (IBM)  and Payroll.
• Regular reviews of Role Based Permissions and complete regular system access audits of HR applications to ensure people have the appropriate level of access
• Responsible for project deliverables in transitions to Service delivery teams, by providing training on systems and processes.
• Responsible for assisting with technical queries and resolutions to Service Delivery leads in day-to-day management of processes and transactions.
• You are expected to analyse and perform data validation reviews, consult with stakeholders and take action to correct data where applicable.
• Responsible to produce reports for legal or regulatory requirements as required by various internal and external clients.
• Manage relationships with HR Systems Global teams and provide support to our Region Service Delivery Teams.
• Provide local support for changes to global systems (for example, participation in testing, adaptation of release notes) and update Talent and Transactional team in the delivery of routine, but essential, activities such as project deliverables and testing.
• Responsible for a successful resolution of Region /Cluster /Country technology and data issues and provide insight to the local Talent team(s) on how technology can be used to maximize benefits.
• Developing, updating, maintaining technical documentation and updates to Quick Reference Guides, Work Instructions and Chat Bot content for the Africa region.

To qualify for the role you must have

• Minimum of 4-6 years of SAP Success Factors (or a similar off-premise HRIS platform), Service Now, Microsoft 365, various automation tools, supported by experience gained through a combination of implementation projects and post go-live support 
• Relevant functional experience for data extractions from source SAP systems to downstream systems
• Relevant qualification preferably a degree in HR/IT/Finance
• Education in Computer Science/Telecom/Electronics Engineer data management/analytics preferred

To complete the picture, you’ll also have

• People skills to collaborate with team members to understand business requirements and create clear, technical and functional resolutions.
• Ability to provide status updates and to follow through on escalations to ensure timely issue resolution.
• Strong sense of accountability for the end-to-end support to all internal and external (alumni and vendors) clients.

Skills and attributes for success

• Experience in handling highly critical and sensitive employee data
• Knowledge and experience with HR systems and HR Operations  
• Act as a point of contact for the Africa Region HR systems
• Responsible to deliver with agility as part of a stable team
• Managing HR Systems administration in a large complex organisation
• Ability to inform and influence non-technical stakeholders and to build good relationships and work virtually and across borders
• Methodical, organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Sound project planning skills, able to manage own and others including stakeholders time in order to meet deadlines
• Results-orientated and committed to meeting deadlines
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Responsible for problem solving and quick decision making
• Understanding of change control management requirements when introducing system and process updates and changes
• A team player with strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills
• Hands on experience with systems such as: Success Factors Employee Central, Field Glass, SF Recruitment, SF Compensation, SF  Onboarding, LEAD(SF Learning), Role Based Permissions (RBP), SAP (Finance), ServiceNow HR (SNOW), DocuSign, SAGE/VIP and SharePoint ( Microsoft 365).

What we look for in our ideal candidate

• An engaging style to work with stakeholders at various levels across various cultures to become a trusted advisor
• Strong team player, exceptional work ethic, product mindset, client centricity and a relentless commitment to EY values.
• Able to act independently, seeking consultation guidance and advice as appropriate
• Actively supports and provides day-to-day guidance, feedback and on-the-job coaching to team members and clients
• Consultative approach and take appropriate action regarding issues which may potentially impact the quality of services delivered
• Constantly updating yourself about new offerings from SAP as part of the Global implementation road map as well as seeking innovative solutions to creating efficiencies in processes