Location: Dublin 2
Requisition ID: 1551735
General Information Location: Dublin
Business Area: CBS, Finance
Contract Type: Full-Time – Permanent
The PFA is a member of a high performing Account Support teams, focused on effective Portfolio Management and are at the forefront of finance and business policies, tools and best practices to effectively lead relevant support team members and provide support to Client Servers (CS) and Service Line (SL).
This is a fantastic opportunity for you to join the PFA team at EY.
The PFA will be aligned to a Service Line (SL), teaming with Finance Manager (PBFA), Account Support and Financial Advisors teams in order to meet the needs of the SL.
PFA will have a deep understanding of the SL's financial performance with a strong focus on working capital management and revenue recognition, leveraging insights to help shape initiatives and strategies that will lead to improved financial performance.
PFA will be an expert in advising Partners and their teams and support with their portfolio management, drawing on strong commercial, financial and consulting skills.
PFA will also have proven coaching skills to help guide more junior team members aligned to the SL.
There are two main components to the role:
Leading, teaming and coachingKey responsibilities Provides business insight related to the Service Line's engagement level financial performanceWork closely with the SL's Operations Director to agree on relevant priorities aligned with the business needs.Provide advice tailored to the business needs that optimises financial and working capital management at portfolio and engagement/project level if necessaryDemonstrate deep knowledge of financial tools, SL strategies and policies which they can articulate both content and context appropriate for the audience to help our partners navigate in order to deliver work successfully to their clientsShare forward looking business insights gained from working closely with the business and internal Team to ensure SL leadership are equipped with the knowledge to drive better business decisionsWilling to get involved to support ad-hoc projects and initiatives led by SL and Finance LeadershipLeading and coaching internal Finance and Account Support TeamsShares their knowledge and experiences across the team to strengthen skills and improve advice to CSSupport to provide experiential learning opportunities for BA colleaguesContribute to capturing and shaping best practices, processes and improved solutionsIdentify and socialize trends and challenges faced by the business enabling Finance to react and address in an effective mannerMaintain connection with the business and their key stakeholdersSkills and attributes for success High degree of personal ownership and accountabilityUnderstands the financial and commercial drivers of business performanceAbility to synthesize detailed knowledge into focused insights and actionable recommendationsAble to absorb and advocate guidelines and policies to key stakeholdersDemonstrates awareness of the challenges faced by the business in managing their accounts and engagementsAnalytical/Decision Making Responsibilities Demonstrates analytical skills and ability to interpret dataConsumes and distils complex financial knowledge and policy awareness into advice tailored to meet CS needsApplies judgement in order to establish root causes which results in recommendations which help CS establish priorities that will optimize margin and improve financial managementDrives interactions that quickly build trustAble to tailor their knowledge to the specific needs of the situation they are required to advise onAbility to look at issues from a client server perspective, understanding the commercial pressures they faceStrong awareness of leadership needs and focus to provide effective advice and recommendationsCommunication Professional approach, demonstrating tact and diplomacyDemonstrates enhanced soft skills when dealing with senior stakeholdersAble to flex their working style according to the situation and audienceExcellent questioning, commercial and listening skillsRequires minimal input in order to deliver concise, insightful and credible financial guidance and adviceEffective communication and presentation skillsWillingness to share best practices and insights with other members of the teamAbility to draw insights from others and apply them to other situationsA successful candidate must be able to work independently and virtually as part of a wider team, using tools and technology to stay connected and be accountable for upskilling their knowledge.To qualify for the role you must have Demonstrable experience in a client driven professional environment in a financial/business capacityProven ability to build credibility and trust with senior stakeholders whilst at times maintain resilienceTime and project management skills – able to plan and manage time effectively and flexibly to meet prioritiesAbility to thrive in and adapt to a fast changing, growing and high activity environmentExcellent IT skills – Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPointIdeally, you'll also have Experience of working in finance or operations within a professional servicesBe working towards a recognised accountancy qualificationCoaching and mentoring skillsWhat we look for Someone interested in joining a dynamic team who wants to develop their business Tax expertise and broaden their experience in a fast moving, technology enabled business world.A team player with a strength in coaching and developing others.A good work ethic and openness to new challenges.Commercial awareness and ability to develop business opportunities in order to generate growth within the firm.Excellent communicator with an aptitude to build and manage key client relationships and internal network.About EY As a global leader in Assurance, Tax, Transaction and Advisory Services, we're using the finance products, expertise, and systems we've developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities, and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.
What working at EY offers We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive benefits package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs: covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions.
Plus, we offer:
Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around.Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career.The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that's right for you.All our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include:
Hybrid WorkingPension/Discounted Health InsuranceWeb DoctorPurchase of Additional Annual LeaveFree Gym MembershipTravel PassMaternity & Paternity LeaveBike to Work SchemeReferral Bonuses & Recognition AwardsTech MBA paid by EYEY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities.
If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. Join us in building a better working world. That's Why, EY. Apply now.
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