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EY- Assurance – Staff
As part of our EY-Assurance Team, you will be carrying out routine substantive and controls-based procedures from the GDS India offices supporting the various Global client serving assurance teams mostly based in MENA region


The opportunity
We’re looking for individuals with knowledge and understanding of accounting and assurance concepts. The incumbent gets an excellent opportunity to work virtually or directly with the engagement teams across MENA and develop knowledge of international accounting and assurance principles.


Position Summary:
The role of a GDS Staff is to carry out routine substantive and controls-based review procedures from the GDS India offices supporting the various Global client serving assurance teams mostly based in MENA Region. Key expectations for this role are to provide high quality results to these multinational teams, often to a tight deadline.


Primary Responsibilities and Accountabilities in the role of an Assurance Staff:

• Be responsible for delivering highest quality on every task assigned in line with EY Global review methodology and the expectations of Global engagement teams.
• Demonstrate basic understanding of an industry or sector and be aware enough to identify technical issues or assurance risks.
• Execute & document specific review procedures as defined by the engagement teams
• Build knowledge about risk management which includes understanding significant business processes, regulation applicable to the client, other risks specific to a client’s business.
• Timely identification of accounting issues, clearly documenting the facts and findings, and discuss with GDS senior/Assistant Manager.
• Work with the GDS senior and global team members to set goals and responsibilities.
• Interact with the global engagement team on a regular basis and develop productive working relationship with them.
• Contribute ideas for improvement by comparing efficiency of review procedures performed across different clients.
• Contribute to a positive team environment by demonstrating consistent commitment and optimism towards work challenges.
• Promote EY’s ethical and professional standards, including data confidentiality.
• Develop knowledge of use of EY technology and tools to continually learn, share knowledge with team members, and enhance service delivery.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• ACCA qualified with understanding of accounting and assurance concepts
• ACCA part qualified (9 papers completed) with 6 months plus work experience in basic accounting and assurance concepts
• CA Inter completed with 3 years articleship experience

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Basis knowledge on MS – Excel Ms - Office
• Interest in business and commerciality.

Qualification and Competencies:

• Basic understanding of accounting concepts.
• Strong interpersonal and good written & oral communication skills.
• Proficient with MS office and Outlook.
• Robust logical and reasoning skills.
• Interest in business and commerciality.
• Team player, with the ability to multi-task, flexible and can work under pressure.
• Commitment to continuous learning and proactively implement onto new processes.

What we Offer
EY Global Delivery Services (GDS) is a dynamic and truly global delivery network. We work across six locations – Argentina, China, India, the Philippines, Poland and the UK – and with teams from all EY service lines, geographies and sectors, playing a vital role in the delivery of the EY growth strategy. From accountants to coders to advisory consultants, we offer a wide variety of fulfilling career opportunities that span all business disciplines. In GDS, you will collaborate with EY teams on exciting projects and work with well-known brands from across the globe. We’ll introduce you to an ever-expanding ecosystem of people, learning, skills and insights that will stay with you throughout your career.

• 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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