Manager - Financial Accounting Advisory Services - US focused markets group 100%

To further support the significant growth of the Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) team in Switzerland, EY is looking to hire additional highly-qualified resources in Zurich/Basel. This role focuses on supporting the US-Focused Markets Group (US-FMG), working across many different industries and executing US GAAP and US capital markets specific FAAS projects.

• Collaborate with the EY FAAS leadership in Switzerland to develop and execute strategies for individual clients to satisfy high client expectations.
• Work with other service lines and subject matter experts to provide an integrated service delivery model across functions in an international team.
• Manage and deliver US GAAP / US capital markets type FAAS projects and contribute to the growth of the FAAS US-FMG.
• Ensure everyone on the team fully understands the client's business needs and expectations to develop client deliverables that are client-focused, clear, accurate and well-presented.
• Ensure work is delivered in a timely manner and in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Engage and develop new opportunities related to new FAAS projects, solutions, and relationships.

• Bachelor or Master degree (preferred in Accounting/Finance), complemented with completed further relevant professional education (e.g., US CPA (preferred), or Swiss CPA, ACCA, CFA).
• 6 to 8 years of experience in audit or consulting with a focus on US GAAP, PCAOB, SOX, SEC, and US capital market transactions.
• Advisory experience with capital markets transactions, such as initial public offerings (IPOs), public debt listings, carve-out transactions, etc. is strongly encouraged.
• IFRS knowledge is not required but a plus to support GAAP conversion projects.
• A proven record of excellence in project leadership, specifically when managing, mentoring and improving a team of high-performing individuals.
• Strong technical writing skills and advanced risk management knowledge.
• Proactive, flexible and team-oriented from concept and design to implementation of projects.
• Intellectual curiosity and willingness to go the extra mile.
• Ability to build relevant internal and external networks in a fast-paced and international environment, investing in sustainable relationships.
• Very good English skills (speaking and writing) is a prerequisite; German and French are a plus.

• Development with future-focused skills and world-class experiences.
• Empowerment in a flexible environment.
• Diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams.

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