Job Description

Senior Manager, IFRS Professional Practice
At EY, youxe2x80x99ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And wexe2x80x99re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.
EY is a global professional services organisation providing advisory, assurance, tax and transaction services. Our purpose, to build a better working world, has never been more important. Life at EY has been transformed dramatically by Covid-19 but our strong culture of xefxacx82exible and remote working has helped EY people navigate new ways of working and remain connected with each other and our clients.
The opportunity:
We are looking for an experienced Senior Manager to join the IFRS Professional Practice in our Johannesburg ofxefxacx81ce. The EY IFRS Financial Reporting Group (FRG) is one of the most trusted, respected, and inxefxacx82uential teams that assists clients in addressing the accounting and xefxacx81nancial reporting challenges facing their business. As a Senior Manager, you will work within a team of IFRS specialists to provide responsive accounting and xefxacx81nancial reporting support to our audit teams, our Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) teams and other service lines within EY. The role will suit individuals with previous IFRS specialist experience as well as those with an interest in developing their IFRS skills further. You will gain ongoing professional development through diverse experiences, world-class learning, and individually tailored coaching.
Your key responsibilities:
Participating in technical accounting consultations and providing technical support to audit teams Performing pre-issuance technical reviews on listed entity xefxacx81nancial statements Supporting the technical learning and development of the audit practice through the preparation and delivery of technical updates, publications, and training materials Actively participating in accounting standard subject matter group(s) Building strong relationships both internally and externally, including building your proxefxacx81le with professional bodies and organisations Engaging directly with EY clients in the provision of technical accounting services Supporting the EY brand in the marketplace through providing exceptional client service Developing our people through effectively supervising, coaching, and mentoring of staff Playing an active operational role within our team
Skills and attributes for success
To quality for the role you must have:
CA (SA), and a minimum of 6 yearsxe2x80x99 relevant experience and a thorough knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards Experience in analysing complex accounting issues and providing solutions in accordance with the relevant accounting standards and legislation
Ideally, youxe2x80x99ll also have
Excellent communication skills and conxefxacx81dence to communicate your view Ability to succinctly present on a technical topic and articulate the issue and impact for our clients Ability to be xefxacx82exible when required and to work collaboratively within our team to meet required deadlines
What we offer

Success as dexefxacx81ned by you: Wexe2x80x99ll provide the tools and xefxacx82exibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. Continuous learning: personalised career development including coaching, experiences and formal learning so youxe2x80x99ll develop the mindset and skills youxe2x80x99ll need to thrive in the future. Diverse and inclusive culture: Youxe2x80x99ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others xefxacx81nd theirs. At EY, youxe2x80x99ll be rewarded and recognised based on your performance and our comprehensive benexefxacx81ts package can be tailored to your individual needs. We hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued and respected, practices are equitable, and everyone experiences a sense of belonging.
The exceptional EY experience. Itxe2x80x99s yours to build.
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