Manager, Financial Accounting and Advisory Services in Calgary

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The opportunity

We are seeking a seasoned Manager with specialized expertise in NetSuite to join our Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) team in Toronto. This role is designed for a professional who excels in the configuration and implementation of NetSuite Finance functionality as a consultant and/or administrator, ideally complemented by a strong background in accounting and financial reporting. The successful candidate will be a professional member of our Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) team. FAAS operates principally through 4 main pillars: Enhanced Corporate Reporting & Accounting, Finance Optimization, Treasury Management and Transactions Advisory.

Your Key Responsibilities

• As a Manager focused on NetSuite within our Finance Optimization competency, you will be an active contributor to teams focused on the growth and development of our NetSuite-enabled Finance Optimization service pillar including business development, client relationship management, opportunity management and client-facing engagement delivery.
• You will help finance leaders meet challenges that their teams are currently facing.
• You will offer them innovative advice for optimizing financial accounting and reporting processes leveraging NetSuite capabilities.
• You will serve as a NetSuite expert on our ERP-enabled finance optimization projects, advising clients on leading practices, system configuration, and optimization strategies.
• You will manage the full lifecycle of our NetSuite engagements, from initial scoping, requirement gathering through to implementation, training, and post-go-live support.
• You will develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, effectively communicating complex NetSuite functionalities in simple terms.
• Collaborating across cross-functional teams, you will integrate NetSuite with other business applications systems.
• As part of your practice development responsibilities, you will provide thought leadership and contribute to the growth of the FO NetSuite practice through business development and knowledge sharing.

Skills And Attributes For Success

• Identification and assessment of business and operational needs, development of solutions tailored to client needs.
• Assessment of the Finance function processes and technology environment.
• Performance of operations diagnostics, optimization of financial processes.
• Provision of tailored training, and other process improvements and NetSuite optimization for key financial processes.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with client management.

What We Look For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Must hold the following NetSuite certifications: Administrator, ERP Consultant, Financial User, SuiteFoundation.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles; CPA designation is required.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in a NetSuite consulting and/or administrative role.
• Demonstrated experience in client-facing roles, with a proven ability to communicate effectively with external clients.
• Experience in leading and delivering complex technology implementation projects.
• Proficiency in project management, with an ability to manage multiple engagements simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills including verbal, written, and presentation.
• A willingness to travel on short notice to meet client needs.

What We Offer

The EY benefits package is designed to support your physical, emotional, financial, and social wellbeing. Our extensive benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage, as well as mental health benefits, a robust Employee Assistance Program and group savings plans to promote your overall wellbeing.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.