Senior Consultant - FAAS - Riyadh

Job Description:
Senior, Financial Accounting Advisory Services
In Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) within Assurance, we assist our clients to address the accounting and financial reporting challenges facing their business. You will be part of a team that provides insight and services that accelerate analytics, decision-making and innovation to build a stronger and more efficient finance function. You will experience ongoing professional development through diverse experiences, world-class learning and individually tailored coaching.
That is how we develop outstanding leaders, who team up together, to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders, and in doing so, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.
The opportunity
Our FAAS practice is one of the fastest growing areas of our business. As a result, we have a recruitment need for a Senior to join our team to support big scale projects ranging from accounting advisory services on Mergers & Acquisitions, supporting on performing IPO Readiness Assessments on potential listing clients, GAAP Conversions and implementation of new accounting standards to FSCP and financial policies and procedures support.
Your key responsibilities:
In this role, you will work directly with a diverse range of clients across various industries to assess the impact of new accounting standards, proposed transactions, or other regulatory changes. Specifically, you will:

1. Build and maintain strong networks internally and externally.
2. Report directly to Managers, Senior Managers, Directors, and Partners during the planning, execution, and wrap-up stages of FAAS engagements.
3. Provide advisory services on transactional accounting for M&A integration, IPOs, SPACs, and divestitures, ensuring high-quality reporting under tight deadlines and high-pressure situations.
4. Ensure that work is of high quality, delivered in a timely fashion, and in compliance with EY policies.
5. Work with other EY locations, service lines, and specialists to deliver a fully integrated service offering.
6. Monitor engagement economics against key financial metrics and manage the appropriate internal and external stakeholders.
7. Identify and communicate relevant trends, developments, and key performance drivers relevant to the client.
8. Consult with appropriate resources on complex accounting issues, ensuring that FAAS work products meet client needs, are clear, accurate, and well-presented.
9. Ensure work is delivered timely and in compliance with regulatory requirements.
10. Deliver effective execution of the FAAS service delivery framework, including supporting major transactions with strategic insights and financial advisory expertise.

Skills and attributes for success:
Pro-activity, accountability and results-driven people will flourish in this environment. Dealing with competing priorities, understanding how to manage resources and communicating effectively are key skills. This will have a huge impact on those around you and help promote a positive work ethic.
To qualify for the role, you must have:

1. A bachelor's degree in Accounting and/or finance.
2. Minimum three years of experience working as an auditor/consultant or technical resource for a public accounting firm.
3. CPA/CA/ACCA certification.
4. Knowledge of accounting and auditing processes and techniques.
5. Proven experience with IFRS.
6. Strong technical skills and recognized cautious risk management ability.
7. Solid team working skills with the ability to work with different people from diverse backgrounds in the diverse FAAS team.
8. Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, client service and technical writing skills.
9. Ability and comfort level in researching client inquiries and emerging issues, including regulations, industry practices and new technologies.
10. Flexibility and willingness to travel on short notice, as necessary.
11. Keen to develop technical and other attributes of assigned team members.

Ideally, you’ll also have:

1. Track record with a leading audit firm.
2. Proficiency in the Arabic language.
3. Sector experience in one or more of the following: Construction, Energy, Financial Services, Government & Public Sector, Healthcare.

What we look for:
We are interested in entrepreneurs who have the confidence to develop and promote a brand new strategic vision both internally and externally. You will be business savvy with a passion for innovation as well as the motivation to create your own EY journey.
What we offer:
We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer:

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