Senior Consultant -FAAS -Abu Dhabi

In Financial Accounting & Advisory Services (FAAS) within Assurance, we assist our clients to address the accounting and financial reporting challenges in their business. You will be part of a team that provides insight and services that accelerate analytics, decision-making and innovation to build a stronger and more efficient finance function. You will experience ongoing professional development through diverse experiences, world-class learning and individually tailored coaching.

 

That is how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

 

Sound interesting? Well this is just the beginning. Because whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

 

About The Role

In this role you will work directly with a wide range of clients across several industries to assess the impact of new/existing accounting standards, proposed transactions or other regulatory changes with special emphasis on Oil & Gas, Power and Utilities sector handling the FAAS solutions offerings across - Accounting and Reporting, Fixed Assets Management, Transaction Accounting and Finance Transformation etc.

 

You will build and maintain strong networks internally and externally in order to grow the pipeline of FAAS work, report directly to Managers, Senior Managers, Directors and Partners at the planning, execution and wrap-up stages of FAAS engagements and ensure work is of a high quality, delivered in a timely fashion and in compliance with EY quality and risk management policies.

 

Skills and Attributes for Success

Pro- activity, accountability and results- driven people will flourish in this environment. Dealing with competing priorities, understanding how to manage resources and communicating effectively are key skills. This will have a huge impact on those around you and help promote a positive work ethic.
What will you bring?

 

• Minimum of 3-6 years of professional experience in finance background (ideally with a leading consulting firm)
• A bachelor's degree in finance and / or accounting /equivalent
• CPA/CA/ACCA certification
• Sound knowledge of IFRS and hands-on experience in application of various standards
• Experienced in financial control, including internal and external statutory reporting.
• Exposure to finance systems architecture & strategy delivery, regulatory and management reporting, consolidation and EPM projects
• Exposure to drafting finance policies and procedures and compliance or internal audit, internal controls and risk management
• Exposure to ICFR including understanding of control design, walkthroughs, and testing of operating effectiveness
• Project management skills and experience
• Involved in system-wide organizational change and development initiatives
• Builds positive and credible relationships with clients with integrity and authenticity
• Ability to liaise and work with cross functional teams
• Strong advisory mindset with the ability to both sell and deliver solutions
• An understanding of Abu Dhabi marketplace and large clients and accounts (ADNOC, ADQ, TAQA etc.)
• Strong teaming skills with an ability to develop into Manager to lead teams, delegate appropriately, mentor, review performance and counsel employees
• Fluent written and verbal English communication, presentation, client service and technical writing skills
• Ability and comfort level in researching client inquires and emerging issues, including regulations, industry practices and new technologies
• Flexibility and willingness to travel on short notice, as necessary
• Bilingual proficiency in Arabic and English (oral and written) is a plus but not mandatory

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Experience in the Middle East & North Africa region

This is more than just a technical accounting role—it’s an opportunity to shape finance strategy, influence change, and grow into a future leader in finance within a dynamic and high-impact environment.