Introduction:
In the swiftly evolving global business landscape, EY acknowledges the challenges associated with transformative measures and developments. As an Assistant Manager, you will leverage your skills and experience to assist our clients in anticipating and navigating the impacts of these changes and challenges on their businesses.
The Opportunity:
Engage in stimulating projects spanning various financial services, with a specific focus on insurance clients. Collaborate with a dynamic team dedicated to ensuring our clients’ success. This role provides a diverse and independent work schedule, demanding commitment and initiative.
What EY Offers:
Recognizing the significance of continuous professional development, we provide support, coaching, mentoring, and feedback from experienced colleagues. Enjoy the flexibility to shape and manage your work plan, taking complete ownership of your role. A highly competitive compensation package reflects our appreciation for your performance and the value you bring. Additionally, our Total Reward packages foster personal and social well-being, encompassing team-building events, health insurance, sickness insurance, group insurance, fitness benefits, confidential counseling support, corporate volunteering opportunities, and four weeks of vacation.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Your contributions will culminate in providing reliable auditing services for insurance markets. Analyze financial statements, annual reports, and annual general meetings to ensure compliance with auditing standards. Assist clients in addressing reporting and auditing challenges within their businesses.
Skills and Attributes for Success:
- Identify potential audit issues or unusual trends in financial statements through detailed analytical trend analysis.
- Demonstrate professionalism while working in clients’ environments, delivering exceptional service.
- Operate effectively in a regulated environment, prioritizing the protection of capital markets and the investing public.
- Possess a genuine passion for safeguarding financial markets via audit procedures, with resilience to adapt in a demanding, fast-paced environment.
Desired Experience & Qualification:
What We Look For:
Seeking naturally curious individuals ready to contribute to audit engagements. We value sociable and outgoing professionals who enjoy building relationships. A goal-oriented senior manager capable of implementing business strategies and striving for excellent service. We seek structured individuals with strong analytical skills and a genuine interest in accounting and auditing. In return, expect support from colleagues and industry-recognized training to facilitate career growth.
To Qualify for the Role, You Must Have:
- BCom Honours.
- Around 2-4 years of post-article experience as an accountant or auditor in the Assurance Space, with a client base in insurance.
- Excellent critical thinking and analysis skills, along with the confidence to identify and resolve problems.
- A proven record of excellence in communication and negotiation, supported by technical writing skills to translate data into compelling stories and meaningful insights.
- Qualified CA(SA).
