Job Opportunities at Ernst & Young Global Limited (EY)

• You will be responsible for the setup of an agile delivery environment. This role requires you to perform the design, development, testing and implementation and support of these innovative solutions. You will also be responsible for writing and modifying code, debugging software, and overseeing a team of junior developers.

Other responsibilities include:

• Working with Business Analysts, Junior Developers, Product Managers and other cross-functional resources to define and deliver business impacting projects.
• Directing software programming and documentation development.
• Project Management and proficiency in Project Management tools eg, Azure DevOps, Jira, Trello
• Test, maintain and recommend improvements to ensure strong functionality and optimisation of existing solutions.
• Provide guidance on process design and resolve complex technical design issues.
• Create technical and process documentation for reference and reporting.
• Produce clean, efficient code based on specifications.
• Support the launch and implementation of solutions as well as providing post-implementation support in resolving any potential issues to ensure smooth business operations.
• Work with team members to conduct root cause analysis of issues, review new and existing code and/or perform unit testing.
• Testing and debugging code.

Skills and attributes for success

• An analytical mind and inclination for problem-solving.
• Highly self-motivated and directed.
• Logical and efficient, with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate technical details to non-technical audiences.
• Excellent listening, interpersonal and oral communication skills.
• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Excellent planning, organisational, project and time management skills.
• Knowledge and interest in computer systems and the latest technologies.
• The ability to learn new technologies quickly.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Software Programming or equivalent of technical work experience.
• 6+ years in a software development role.
• 3+ of the years experienced leading a high-performing development team 4+ people.
• Experience working on a variety of software development projects.
• Ability to drive technical and operational excellence, pushing innovation with security, reliability and quality.
• Experience of 3+ years of delivering in an agile delivery environment as part of software delivery.
• Experience using project management tools such as Azure DevOps.
• Comfortable communicating with Junior Developers, Business Analysts and Project Managers and Executive team.
• Employee hiring, performance and  growth management.
• Experience architecting and developing workflow-based solutions or functionality.
• Experience developing and consuming APIs.
• Experience with web development technologies preferential.
• Experience as a full-stack developer with strong knowledge of software engineering concepts preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of coding languages (e.g. C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, jQuery, Python, VB Script, Ruby, R, HTML5, XML, CSS) and frameworks/systems (e.g. AngularJS, .NET, Git).
• Knowledge and understanding of Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI).
• General knowledge and experience in working with databases, relational and non-relational.
• Experience in analysing and visualising data in Microsoft Excel, Power BI or TIBCO Spotfire advantageous.
• Experience in using Microsoft 365 platform, data storage, analysis, reporting tools and technologies (Azure SQL, Azure Analysis Services, Power BI, Power Automate,  Power Pivot, Power Query & Power View, SharePoint etc.) preferential.
• Ability to develop unit testing of code components or complete applications.

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Required skills include:

• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Problem-solving ability and attention to detail
• Strong numerical aptitude and analytical skills
• Good time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to prioritise and multi-task in order to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Highly meticulous and methodical

Responsibilities: 

• Collate payroll information.
• Process payroll input
• Extract payroll reports and deliverables
• Ad hoc payroll tasks as assigned.

To qualify for the role, you should have:

• Matric with bachelor’s pass including Maths or a payroll qualification.
• Minimum of 4 years payroll experience inclusive of processing experience.
• Knowledge of SAGE300 and PaySpace applications are an advantage.

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Key Responsibilities

• You will be part of a team responsible for the successful delivery of Indirect Tax engagements, taking a professional, practical and commercial approach and ensuring technical excellence
• You will be responsible for identifying opportunities in the market and developing our commercial proposition to new and existing clients
• You will build and maintain relationships with our current and prospective clients
• Build relationships both within the firm and externally with clients, identifying opportunities and managing expectations
• Win work by proactively managing existing clients and targets

Skills and attributes for success

• Ability to build strong client relationships and committed to delivery of exceptional client service
• Relationship management skills
• Strong and motivated team player who integrates with new teams quickly
• Excellent communicator in a range of situations
• Ability to identify areas of risk, carry out effective reviews and know when to refer upwards
• Effective time management - ability to remain calm when meeting deadlines
• Proven ability to analyse and create innovative solutions to problems
• An excellent communicator, analytical, organised, structured and result orientated approach to work
• Ability to drafts technical opinions
• Exposure to tax controversy
• Current relevant knowledge of the VAT Act and relevant case law
• Attention to detail

To qualify for the role, you must have 

• Indirect Tax - VAT experience and commercial skills with the interest to develop further
• Strong client relationship management skills with the ability to understand client needs and deliver quality outputs
• B. Comm (Hons), LLB or other similar degree with at least 5 years tax experience.

 Ideally, you’ll also have

• Project management skills, plan and prioritise work, meet deadlines, monitor own budget

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Key responsibilities:

As a Senior Manager specialising in Change Management, you will be a key resource on business transformation projects for our clients. From a technical perspective, you will be responsible for the following:

• Developing and implementing a Change Management strategy that supports the organisation's vision and business objectives
• Leading Change Management initiatives across the organisation, including technology rollouts, process improvements, organisational restructuring, cultural change, etc.
• Overseeing a team of Change Management professionals, providing guidance, training and performance management
• Conducting impact analyses, assessing change readiness, and identifying and actively managing key stakeholders
• Designing and executing communication and engagement plans to ensure all affected parties are aware of the changes and understand their roles within the transition
• Creating training programmes and materials to facilitate effective knowledge transfer and skill development for changes
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including IT, HR, project management, and departmental leaders, to align Change Management activities with business goals
• Monitoring the adoption of changes and gauging the effectiveness of Change Management activities, making adjustments as necessary
• Managing resistance to change through proactive engagement, negotiation and conflict resolution
• Establishing metrics and KPIs to measure the success of Change Management efforts and report regularly to senior leadership
• Acting as a Strategic Advisor to the client, integrating knowledge and insights from all areas of the business and streams of the transformation project to deliver an all-encompassing and seamless change experience for stakeholders
• Developing and coaching leaders of the organisation to be true Change Leaders who drive the change through all levels of the business
• In this role, you should be able to deliver quality client service, analyse complex problems and deliver insightful solutions, while also managing resources to deliver on the project objectives. You will also be expected to have advanced written and verbal communication skills, excellent attention to detail, be able to engage in critical thinking, take initiative, and be able to quickly integrate into new teams and rapidly establish relationships both internally and externally. More specifically, the successful candidate should:
• Demonstrate technical competence in Change Management and take a practical / business-driven approach to solving complex client challenges
• Lead multi-disciplinary teams and engagements
• Stay up-to-date with key technical and functional skills, as well as industry trends
• Go the extra mile to deliver high-quality deliverables
• Be able to influence and persuade clients and stakeholders to gain support for any major change initiatives and/or decisions
• Demonstrate leadership abilities and be able to coach and manage members of the team
• Encourage and facilitate collaboration amongst team members, and promote an inclusive working environment
• Be able to identify and help manage any potential issues and risks during a client assignment
• Lead business development and client pursuit activities
• Identify and flag any follow-on engagement opportunities
• Support and lead certain engagement activities from planning through to implementation
• Be able to remain calm and composed in stressful situations
• Be proactive and take initiative
• Be comfortable dealing with ambiguity,  embrace uncertainty and adapt swiftly to changing situations
• Be able to work in a fast-paced environment

To qualify, candidates must have:

• Relevant postgraduate qualification
• Certification in Change Management methodology (e.g. Prosci) is advantageous
• Relevant professional experience, for example, previous Consulting experience and/or experience in successfully leading and implementing Change Management programmes for  large-scale transformation projects
• At least 8 to 10 years’ experience in Change Management

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Key responsibilities:

As a Manager specialising in Change Management, you will be a key resource on business transformation projects for our clients. From a technical perspective, you will be responsible for the following:

• Developing and implementing a Change Management strategy that supports the organisation's vision and business objectives
• Leading Change Management initiatives across the organisation, including technology rollouts, process improvements, organisational restructuring, cultural change, etc.
• Overseeing a team of Change Management professionals, providing guidance, training and performance management
• Conducting impact analyses, assessing change readiness, and identifying and actively managing key stakeholders
• Designing and executing communication and engagement plans to ensure all affected parties are aware of the changes and understand their roles within the transition
• Creating training programmes and materials to facilitate effective knowledge transfer and skill development for changes
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including IT, HR, project management, and departmental leaders, to align Change Management activities with business goals
• Monitoring the adoption of changes and gauging the effectiveness of Change Management activities, making adjustments as necessary
• Managing resistance to change through proactive engagement, negotiation and conflict resolution
• Establishing metrics and KPIs to measure the success of Change Management efforts and report regularly to senior leadership
• In this role, you should be able to deliver quality client service, analyse complex problems and deliver insightful solutions, while also managing resources to deliver on the project objectives. You will also be expected to have advanced written and verbal communication skills, excellent attention to detail, be able to engage in critical thinking, take initiative, and be able to quickly integrate into new teams and rapidly establish relationships both internally and externally. More specifically, the successful candidate should:
• Demonstrate technical competence in Change Management and take a practical / business-driven approach to solving complex client challenges
• Lead work streams
• Stay up-to-date with key technical and functional skills, as well as industry trends
• Go the extra mile to deliver high-quality deliverables
• Be able to influence and persuade clients and stakeholders to gain support for any major change initiatives and/or decisions
• Demonstrate leadership abilities and be able to coach and manage junior members of the team
• Encourage and facilitate collaboration amongst team members, and promote an inclusive working environment
• Be able to identify and help manage any potential issues and risks during a client assignment
• Contribute to business development and client pursuit activities
• Identify and flag any follow-on engagement opportunities
• Support and lead certain engagement activities from planning through to implementation
• Be able to remain calm and composed in stressful situations
• Be proactive and take initiative
• Be comfortable dealing with ambiguity,  embrace uncertainty and adapt swiftly to changing situations
• Be able to work in a fast-paced environment

To qualify, candidates must have:

• Relevant postgraduate qualification
• Certification in Change Management methodology (e.g. Prosci) is advantageous
• Relevant professional experience, for example, previous Consulting experience and/or experience in successfully leading and implementing Change Management programmes for  large-scale transformation projects
• At least 6 to 7 years’ experience in Change Management

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The opportunity

• As part of our External Audit team, you’ll experience ongoing professional development through diverse experiences, world-class learning and individually tailored coaching. That’s how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities. Sound interesting? Well this is just the beginning. Because whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.  

Qualifications

• You’ll help our clients meet their reporting requirements by providing an objective and independent examination of their financial statements. In addition, you will conduct timely and constructive discussions with the management on accounting and reporting matters and provide a robust and clear perspective to audit committees. In doing so, you play an important role in providing services to clients such as responding to regulatory reforms, managing capital life cycle and improving business operations.

Skills and attributes

• Work effectively as a team member, sharing responsibility, providing support, maintaining communication and updating team members on progress  
• Contribute ideas/opinions to the assurance teams and listen/respond to other assurance team members' views 
• Demonstrate professionalism and competence in the audit client's environment. 
• Integrity within a professional environment 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills 

To qualify for the role you must have

• CA(SA) with no more than 4 years of post-articles experience  
• Preferably with client experience from:
• Consumer Products & Retail 
• Automotive

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Strong analytical skills 
• Good project management skills 

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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 8+ 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 key responsibilities of the D365 CE Developer include:

• Deep understanding and experience using the MS D365 CE platform;
• Practical experience in translating business requirements into well-architected solutions that best leverage the D365 CE platform capabilities;
• Ability to independently lead technical design sessions and develop detailed technical solution documentation that is aligned with current business objectives and the application landscape;
• Document, develop and test working solutions, integrations, and data migration elements of D365 CE applications
• Demonstrable ability to leverage standard D365 features and ability to identify conditions when D365 should be customized. Ability to successfully communicate this information to both the clients and technical stakeholders;
• Design and develop D365 components and third party integrations in accordance with EY and MS standards;
• Design forms, workflow processes, flows, web services, plugins, canvas apps, model driven apps and other components needed to meet the business requirements obtained from clients;
• Experience in building custom applications, modifications, integrations, data conversion routines, workflows, and custom reports for D365
• Executing ongoing maintenance of developed systems;
• Executing on the architectural vision, goals, standards, structure, behaviour patterns, models as defined by the solution architect;
• Experience working with data migration and data ingestion for D365;
• Excellent analytical, communication and technical skills combined with excellent planning and organizational skills;
• Prepare user manuals, system documentation and training manuals;

Essential Skills, Expertise and Experience

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

• The role involves sales / sales support, practice development and engagement delivery.

To qualify for the role you must have 

• Business / Industry Experience with specialization in an enterprise-wide CRM technology
• 3 - 5+ years’ experience, ideally in business management, IT management or marketing;
• 5+ years’ experience in D365 CE configuration and customization;
• 2+ years’ experience in information intensive industries or digitally advanced enterprises;
• Business or entrepreneurial experiences demonstrating strong business acumen;
• Deep industry experience, the following are EY’s focus areas: financial services, government, retail, manufacturing and manufacturing;
• Experience in New and emerging technologies, Cloud, Web and Mobile initiatives to improve business process and client interaction;

Education

• Matric plus appropriate tertiary qualification - B.Sc (Computer Science) or B.Sc (Information Systems), B.Com, B.Eng. etc.
• Agile Scrum Master or Product Owner Certification;
• Relevant Dynamics 365 or prior certifications;
• Relevant Power Platform certifications;
• Relevant digital, governance or cyber certifications will be advantageous;

Professional Experience

• 3 – 5+ years’ experience in MS Dynamics 365 CE / CRM with extensive industry knowledge
• Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement and knowledge of other Dynamics 365 apps.
• Experience in leveraging the MS Power Platform.
• Implementation of Dynamics 365 CE (and prior versions) in an organization with more than 150 users.
• Working with a solution architect to recommend a highly available, scalable Dynamics 365 architecture.
• Experience in C#.Net, Java Script, MS SQL, MS CRM SDK, MSD developer toolkit & SSRS.
• Knowledge of integration architecture and the ability to map integration pattern to functional usage.
• Extensive experience in the implementation of MS CRM & 3rd party Integration using Middleware Tools/ API’s (REST, ODATA Web API’s)/SSIS packages and/or connectors.
• Experience in using Azure services for integration, Power Apps and Power Automate for upstream/downstream systems integrations.
• Experience in the migration of large complex data sets – specifically data analysis, data cleansing, and data mappings using standard and third party tools.
• Experienced in reporting architecture using SSRS and/or Power BI.
• Lead the technical workshops to elicit requirements to design and develop solutions.
• Should have excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
• Be accountable for solution delivery and technical leadership.
• Advocate best practices to develop scalable solutions in alignment with Product roadmap through supported and upgradable customizations / implementations.
• Experience in Agile and Waterfall delivery methodologies.

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Your client responsibilities

• Work effectively as a team member, sharing responsibility, providing support, maintaining communication and updating senior team members on progress.
• Assign and manage tasks with other team members considering engagement needs and identified business outcomes, and organize own work such that important items get done first.
• Build strong internal relationships within EY and with other services across the organization.
• Develop and maintain productive working relationships with client personnel.
• Research client industry, company structure, key customers and suppliers and possible insight into operations and the various processes.
• Manage own time in line with budgets
• Preparing business process descriptions through interviews with the client and documenting understanding of business process and confirm the business process descriptions by performing a walkthrough of the process.
• Identifying possible business risks and control weaknesses from the business processes under review.
• Drafting detailed audit programmes to test controls in place.
• Assessment of design and implementation of key controls as well as the operating effectiveness, accuracy and validity thereof.
• Identify basic data analytic procedures
• Compilation of working papers substantiating scope and results of testing.
• Provide a coaching / mentoring role.
• Draft individual sections of documents and presentations to explain issues and solution options and implications.
• Display a logical thought process in understanding client challenges and exploring possible solutions.   
• Identify and escalate potential risks and issues to project manager along with suggested preventive or mitigating actions.
• Draft audit findings for review by EY Management.

Your people responsibilities

• Act as a visible role model for our people.
• Coach and mentor junior team members.
• Give honest supportive feedback to colleagues.
• Take personal responsibility for own performance and career development.
• Play an active role in EY and Service line team activities.
• Understand and follow workplace policies and procedures.

Technical skills requirements

• Must have Honours in Internal Audit,  Accounting,  Business, Finance or other related field
• CIA or part CIA will be an added benefit
• Minimum of 3 years of related work experience
• Related audit or applicable business experience
• Proficient in Microsoft office (including Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint).

Additional skills requirements

• Strong analytical, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated integrity, values, principles, and work ethic.
• Enquiring Mind
• Analytical
• Self-starter
• Team Player
• Share EY’s values and vision
• Disciplined
• Able to handle pressure
• Team building ability
• Good communication skills

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Key Responsibilities

• Working effectively as a leader, team member, giving guidance, providing support, maintaining open communication channels;
• Proactively keeping managers and senior managers up to date on engagement status;
• Communicate with French-speaking Africa, in-country teams and external stakeholders
• Review deliverables and ensure adherence to both IFRS and OHADA standards;
• Present and deliver work products to clients;
• Build strong internal relationships within the compliance and reporting team and across other services and regions;
• Coach, mentor and develop junior staff members;
• Contribute to the business achieving its metrics;
• Develop and maintain productive working relationships with client personnel; and
• Ensuring all team members are adequately planned on client engagements.

Qualifications & Experience

• SAICA, SAIPA or equivalent relevant experience
• 3 years minimum practical accounting, tax and/or auditing experience with knowledge in OHADA regulations
• Proven experience in delivering accounting and tax services to clients, including in the OHADA region
• Fluent in French to effectively communicate with clients and teams in French-speaking Africa Commercial – Mandatory.
• Legislative and industry knowledge including a robust understanding of OHADA norms
• Ability to apply our global compliance process and tools + Q&RM procedures
• Strong Knowledge of IFRS and OHADA accounting principles
• Experience and exposure to ERP systems
• Project management skills
• Proven ability to manage and lead self + others, as well as to effectively manage deadlines
• "Can do" or winning mind set; team player

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Responsibilities:

• The vacation work will run in January 2025 and is open to second and third year students studying a relevant accounting degree at a SAICA accredited University. Students with an academic average of 60% and above are invited to apply.

Qualifications:

• The EY Vac Programme is open to second, and third-year students currently studying towards qualifying as a Chartered Accountant (SA) at a SAICA accredited University.
• Bachelor of Accounting
• Bachelor of Accounting Science
• Bachelor of Business Science CA Stream

What you can expect

• If you are a first-time applicant, you need to register your profile and upload the following documents: CV, a certified copy of ID, Matric certificate, latest up to date academic record and 2024 proof of registration as a single PDF document.
• If you already have a profile, please make sure that your supporting documents (CV, a certified copy of ID, Matric certificate and latest up to date academic record) are updated and uploaded.
• Your application will be assessed and if the above-mentioned requirements are met, a recruiter will be in contact with you to discuss the next steps in our recruitment process.
• The respective closing date for applications is programme specific and applications will close once we have acquired our intake target.