The EY IFRS Financial Reporting Group (FRG) is one of the most trusted, respected, and influential teams that assists clients in addressing the accounting and financial reporting challenges facing their business.

As a Senior Manager, you will work within a team of IFRS specialists to provide responsive accounting and financial reporting support to our audit teams, our Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) teams and other service lines within EY.

The role will suit individuals with previous IFRS specialist experience as well as those with an interest in developing their IFRS skills further. You will gain ongoing professional development through diverse experiences, world-class learning, and individually tailored coaching. 

 

Your key responsibilities

Participating in technical accounting consultations and providing technical support to audit teams Performing pre-issuance technical reviews on listed entity financial statements Supporting the technical learning and development of the audit practice through the preparation and delivery of technical updates, publications, and training materials Actively participating in accounting standard subject matter group(s) Building strong relationships both internally and externally, including building your profile with professional bodies and organisations Engaging directly with EY clients in the provision of technical accounting services Supporting the EY brand in the marketplace through providing exceptional client service Developing our people through effectively supervising, coaching, and mentoring of staff Playing an active operational role within our team

 

Skills and attributes for success

To quality for the role you must have:

CA (SA), and 4- 6 years’ relevant experience thorough knowledge in International Financial Reporting Standards Experience in analysing complex accounting issues such as securitisations, special purpose entities and expected credit loss models. In addition, experience in providing solutions in accordance with the relevant accounting standards and legislation, including IFRS 9 Financial Instruments or IFRS 17 Insurance. Experience in providing IFRS support to big 5 SA banks, listed asset managers and large insurance companies.

 

Ideally, you’ll also have

Excellent communication skills and confidence to communicate your view Ability to succinctly present on a technical topic and articulate the issue and impact for our clients Ability to be flexible when required and to work collaboratively within our team to meet required deadlines