Job Description

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Strategy & Transactions Manager - Financial Services Office (FSO)

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Join our Financial Services Office (FSO) and you will work with multi-disciplinary teams from around the world to deliver a global market perspective. Aligned to key industry groups including asset management and private equity, banking and capital markets, and insurance, we provide integrated assurance, consulting, strategy & transactions, and tax services to our clients. As a market segment of the FSO, the BBC includes the Bahamas, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, and Cayman Islands. By joining the BBC, you will receive unmatched exposure and experience to our continuously growing portfolio of diverse FSO clients.  

The opportunity

We are currently seeking qualified candidates to be considered for the position of Manager in our Strategy & Transaction (SaT) practice. EY has an established industry leading SaT practice and this role will primarily focus on restructuring, liquidation, insolvency and/or valuations service offerings for clients in the financial services industry.

Your key responsibilities

• Coordinate and lead restructuring, liquidation, insolvency and/or valuations engagements by defining the engagement scope, in consultation with the associate partner/partner and execute it in compliance with the firm’s policies as well as manage the financial aspects of engagements by organizing staffing, tracking fees and communicating issues to project leaders
• Actively establish, maintain and strengthen internal and external relationships and ensure that client work is of high quality; as part of this, you’ll anticipate and identify risks and escalate issues, as appropriate
• Demonstrate professionalism and confidence to deal with a range of stakeholder groups and management teams
• Participate in business development initiatives and actively build your own network of contacts
• Create a positive learning culture and coach junior team members to help them develop

Skills and attributes for success 

• Collaborate with other members of the engagement team to plan the engagement and develop work program timelines, budgets and other planning documents  
• Demonstrate and apply strong project management skills, inspiring teamwork and responsibility with engagement team members, and use current technology and tools to enhance the effectiveness of deliverables and services  

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business or a related field; candidates who have completed a public accounting/professional services firm training program in lieu of a bachelor’s degree, will also be considered
• A minimum of 5 years of recent relevant experience in a similar position with demonstrated career progression and leadership skills; prior experience working for a public accounting or professional services firm as well as experience in the financial services industry is strongly preferred
• An internationally recognized professional accounting certification, such as a CPA or equivalent, or a service line relevant certification, such as a recognized insolvency qualification or an ASA, AM, CBV, CFA or equivalent
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills
• Effective organization, project management, and time management skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent critical thinking and analysis skills, and the confidence to identify and resolve problems
• Excellent teamwork and client service skills
• A high level of commercial acumen and an awareness of the key industry drivers 
• Appreciation of the risks inherent in advising distressed businesses and their stakeholders
• Demonstrated integrity within a professional environment   

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Knowledge of current market issues in financial services
• Experience working on project-based teams solving complex issues   

What we look for

We’re interested in leaders with a genuine creative vision and the confidence to make it happen. You can expect plenty of autonomy in this role, so you’ll need the motivation to take initiative and seek out opportunities to improve our current relationships and expand our business in the evolving market.  If you’re serious about strategy and transactions and ready to take on some of our clients’ most complex issues, this role is for you.    

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 includes medical, dental and vision coverage, competitive pension plan, generous vacation and leave entitlement(s), and a range of programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

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