EY
FAAS Technical Accounting Advisory Group - Senior Manager, Leasing and Tangible
EY, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
FAAS Technical Accounting Advisory Group - Senior Manager, Leasing and Tangible Assets
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Location: Boston, Chicago, New York, Hoboken, McLean, Atlanta, Houston, Dallas, San Jose, San Francisco, Seattle.
At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world.
When our clients are facing complex finance and controllership issues, they look to us to get it right. Whether weighing the pros and cons of business transaction structure alternatives or tackling various technical accounting and financial reporting projects, we provide the answers to the important questions.
The Opportunity Our Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) team is growing exponentially, and as a Senior Manager in our Technical Accounting Advisory Group (TAAG), you will play a key role in that growth. Working across all industries, you’ll develop your career by communicating creative, strategic goals both internally and externally. It’s all about listening to and understanding our clients to give them a truly exceptional experience in a field where there really are no off-the-shelf recommendations.
As part of our Technical Accounting Advisory Group, you will help companies manage the complex financial and accounting issues relating to consolidation and joint ventures, IPOs, business combinations, compensation, revenue recognition, derivatives and hedging, debt vs. equity, SEC reporting, leases, and much more. This is a highly visible role allowing you to work with a broad set of clients across the US firm, interacting directly with our FAAS and audit teams and clients. This is a truly unique opportunity to learn technical accounting at a faster rate and deeper level.
Key Responsibilities
Consult with clients on complex and technical accounting issues.
Collaborate with partners and clients to influence strategy, balancing risk and client expectations.
Ensure engagement teams thoroughly understand clients’ unique needs, ambitions and expectations.
Build relationships with colleagues across multiple service lines to provide seamless, integrated service.
Manage performance and identify opportunities to improve our products and processes.
Think on your feet to develop answers to complex issues and challenge existing practices.
Build relationships and identify opportunities for clients across service lines.
Skills and Attributes for Success
Strong technical writing and presentation skills.
Strong project management of complex technical accounting, including realistic time budgeting and deadline estimates.
A thorough understanding of US GAAP.
Excellent client relationship building and negotiation skills.
Ability to manage, mentor and improve a high-performing team.
Confidence to research and resolve emerging client issues, including regulations, industry practices and new technologies.
Willingness to travel and work beyond standard hours when necessary.
Access to reliable transportation to/from EY office and client sites.
To Qualify for the Role You Must Have
A bachelor’s degree, CPA certification and at least 8 years’ work experience.
At least 2 years of experience in 3+ industries/sectors (e.g., life sciences, technology, advanced manufacturing, aerospace and defense, energy) with varied technical accounting analysis primarily in the areas of:
Lessee accounting under ASC 842, including complex issues such as improvements, incentives, master leases and modifications.
Sale-leaseback and build-to-suit (including “failed” arrangements) under ASC 842.
Lease impairment analysis.
Public accounting experience in technical/highly complex analysis including memo writing on a variety of technical topics (3‑5 years).
Strong project management, realistic time budgeting and deadline planning.
Proven record of excellence in managing, mentoring and improving a high-performing team.
Strong technical writing and presentation skills.
Reckoner in using industry terminology, processes and tools.
Basic understanding of the marketplace and common terminologies.
Willingness to travel and work beyond standard hours when necessary.
Driver’s license strongly recommended for transportation to office and client sites.
Ideally You Will Also Have
IFRS experience as preparer, auditor or accounting advisor.
Experience with lessor accounting under ASC 842.
Interaction between ASC 842 and ASC 606 for lessor arrangements.
General long-lived asset accounting (PP&E) including capitalization, impairment, repairs and maintenance, capitalized interest, and asset retirement obligations.
Inventory accounting and costing (FIFO/Average/LIFO/Retail), manufacturing cost variances, impairment, and DISE.
Knowledge of government grants, environmental credits, environmental obligations, and involuntary conversion.
What We Look For We’re interested in versatile people with the ability to take on new responsibilities and listen to clients to get things done. While technical accounting experience is a plus, we’re primarily interested in strong performers with the ability to build relationships, negotiate and think in unique and creative ways. If you’re a confident leader with a curious mind and the ability to solve complex issues, this role is for you.
What We Offer You
Comprehensive compensation and benefits package with base salary ranging from $146,700 to $335,100 (with adjustments for Metro areas). Entire market pay information is provided by EY.
Flexible hybrid work model with expectations for in-person collaboration 40‑60% of the time.
Flexible vacation policy, paid holidays, various leave options and a broad range of benefits including medical, dental, pension and 401(k) plans.
EY accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis.
Equal Employment Opportunity EY is an equal opportunity employer and works to build a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities, including veterans. If you have a disability and require assistance applying online or during the application process, please call 1‑800‑EY‑HELP3 or email ssc.customersupport@ey.com.
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Location: Boston, Chicago, New York, Hoboken, McLean, Atlanta, Houston, Dallas, San Jose, San Francisco, Seattle.
At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world.
When our clients are facing complex finance and controllership issues, they look to us to get it right. Whether weighing the pros and cons of business transaction structure alternatives or tackling various technical accounting and financial reporting projects, we provide the answers to the important questions.
The Opportunity Our Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) team is growing exponentially, and as a Senior Manager in our Technical Accounting Advisory Group (TAAG), you will play a key role in that growth. Working across all industries, you’ll develop your career by communicating creative, strategic goals both internally and externally. It’s all about listening to and understanding our clients to give them a truly exceptional experience in a field where there really are no off-the-shelf recommendations.
As part of our Technical Accounting Advisory Group, you will help companies manage the complex financial and accounting issues relating to consolidation and joint ventures, IPOs, business combinations, compensation, revenue recognition, derivatives and hedging, debt vs. equity, SEC reporting, leases, and much more. This is a highly visible role allowing you to work with a broad set of clients across the US firm, interacting directly with our FAAS and audit teams and clients. This is a truly unique opportunity to learn technical accounting at a faster rate and deeper level.
Key Responsibilities
Consult with clients on complex and technical accounting issues.
Collaborate with partners and clients to influence strategy, balancing risk and client expectations.
Ensure engagement teams thoroughly understand clients’ unique needs, ambitions and expectations.
Build relationships with colleagues across multiple service lines to provide seamless, integrated service.
Manage performance and identify opportunities to improve our products and processes.
Think on your feet to develop answers to complex issues and challenge existing practices.
Build relationships and identify opportunities for clients across service lines.
Skills and Attributes for Success
Strong technical writing and presentation skills.
Strong project management of complex technical accounting, including realistic time budgeting and deadline estimates.
A thorough understanding of US GAAP.
Excellent client relationship building and negotiation skills.
Ability to manage, mentor and improve a high-performing team.
Confidence to research and resolve emerging client issues, including regulations, industry practices and new technologies.
Willingness to travel and work beyond standard hours when necessary.
Access to reliable transportation to/from EY office and client sites.
To Qualify for the Role You Must Have
A bachelor’s degree, CPA certification and at least 8 years’ work experience.
At least 2 years of experience in 3+ industries/sectors (e.g., life sciences, technology, advanced manufacturing, aerospace and defense, energy) with varied technical accounting analysis primarily in the areas of:
Lessee accounting under ASC 842, including complex issues such as improvements, incentives, master leases and modifications.
Sale-leaseback and build-to-suit (including “failed” arrangements) under ASC 842.
Lease impairment analysis.
Public accounting experience in technical/highly complex analysis including memo writing on a variety of technical topics (3‑5 years).
Strong project management, realistic time budgeting and deadline planning.
Proven record of excellence in managing, mentoring and improving a high-performing team.
Strong technical writing and presentation skills.
Reckoner in using industry terminology, processes and tools.
Basic understanding of the marketplace and common terminologies.
Willingness to travel and work beyond standard hours when necessary.
Driver’s license strongly recommended for transportation to office and client sites.
Ideally You Will Also Have
IFRS experience as preparer, auditor or accounting advisor.
Experience with lessor accounting under ASC 842.
Interaction between ASC 842 and ASC 606 for lessor arrangements.
General long-lived asset accounting (PP&E) including capitalization, impairment, repairs and maintenance, capitalized interest, and asset retirement obligations.
Inventory accounting and costing (FIFO/Average/LIFO/Retail), manufacturing cost variances, impairment, and DISE.
Knowledge of government grants, environmental credits, environmental obligations, and involuntary conversion.
What We Look For We’re interested in versatile people with the ability to take on new responsibilities and listen to clients to get things done. While technical accounting experience is a plus, we’re primarily interested in strong performers with the ability to build relationships, negotiate and think in unique and creative ways. If you’re a confident leader with a curious mind and the ability to solve complex issues, this role is for you.
What We Offer You
Comprehensive compensation and benefits package with base salary ranging from $146,700 to $335,100 (with adjustments for Metro areas). Entire market pay information is provided by EY.
Flexible hybrid work model with expectations for in-person collaboration 40‑60% of the time.
Flexible vacation policy, paid holidays, various leave options and a broad range of benefits including medical, dental, pension and 401(k) plans.
EY accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis.
Equal Employment Opportunity EY is an equal opportunity employer and works to build a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities, including veterans. If you have a disability and require assistance applying online or during the application process, please call 1‑800‑EY‑HELP3 or email ssc.customersupport@ey.com.
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