Job description

Requisition ID: 1493500

Diverse role in IFRS, ESG, internal control & audit readiness

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction, and advisory realms, we invite experienced professionals to augment our corporate reporting and accounting advisory team. This role delves deeper than traditional financial accounting, offering an all-encompassing portfolio of client services. You will grapple with complex accounting scenarios such as GAAP conversions, business combinations and legal restructurings. Moreover, your expertise will integrate financial accounting with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors, adhering to guidelines from the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and IFRS, and ensuring audit readiness and robust internal control.

The opportunity - What future are you building towards?
Your role will involve providing advice and support to clients with all kinds of their accounting queries, including business combinations, GAAP conversions, legal restructurings, and non-financial reporting (ESG). As a team member with specialized knowledge, you will advise clients on the application of accounting standards in complex (international) transactions and reporting matters.

You will work closely within the team to provide clients with:

Accounting advice on financial reporting matters such as technical accounting, design or review of accounting policy manuals and financial statements under IFRS
Ensure the integrity of accounting records for completeness and accuracy
Advice on non-financial reporting, including ESRS and ISSB standards.
Assisting clients to establish control over their processes and preparing for financial audits.

Our team - Do great minds always think alike?

Our team is very diverse representing a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. You will have the opportunity to further develop your expertise, differentiate yourself from your peers and be part of a dynamic and growing part of the firm.

Responsibilities - How can you make a lasting impact in a rapidly changing world

You will develop strong relationships with clients and work collaboratively to achieve their goals while demonstrating your ability to deliver high-quality service. This role offers an excellent opportunity to expand your technical accounting and financial reporting knowledge and skills. You will act as the IFRS specialist, collaborating with audit and advisory teams on various projects across industries, including complex business transactions. You will be deployed widely, so that you will have a steep learning curve and you are widely employable.

You will be part of a team that provides exposure to some of EY's most diverse and exciting clients. You will be given the skills, knowledge, and opportunities to progress and build a better working world for our people, clients, and communities. Your work will be recognized and rewarded, and a solid career will lie ahead of you. Does this sound interesting?

Job requirements - Where do you start if you want to change the world?

We are looking for an ambitious, proactive and self-starter professional with:

3-6 years of relevant working experience in audit, accounting, finance, business administration, or related fields.
Very good IFRS knowledge or (in case when you have approx. 3 years of working experience) an interest in IFRS, strong technical skills, ability to research IFRS technical issues and recognized risk management ability.
Professional acumen in analysing complex accounting issues and providing solutions in accordance with the relevant accounting standards and legislation.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Dutch and/or English and the ability to explain specialized concepts to non-technical audiences.
Results-oriented approach with keen attention to high quality and accuracy.
Ability to work under tight timelines.
Ability to work independently, coordinate projects with audit teams and clients, as well as other involved stakeholders.
Experience with non-financial reporting is a pre.
Excellent academic background including a bachelor and/or master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration or other appropriate academic major.

What we offer – Is everything that counts being counted?

Vitality: the choice is yours. An online session with an external vitality coach, practical tips on topics such as nutrition, energy, sleep, and mindset, a discount at Healthcity, and/or a voucher card to rent a padel court.
Flexible working: you decide where and when you work in consultation with your team. At home, at the office, at the client's location, or from another European country (up to 20 working days per year).
Home office arrangement: to optimize your home office, EY provides the following resources for you: an office chair, a sit/stand desk, an external monitor, a desk lamp, a (Bluetooth) headset, and a large external keyboard.
Laptop and smartphone: you are entitled to a laptop and smartphone with a business subscription.
Salary: in addition to your fixed salary, depending on EY's financial performance, you may be eligible for a bonus. You are also entitled to an expense allowance (depending on the position) and an internet allowance.
Time off: you are entitled to 29 vacation days per year when full-time employed and you have the option to purchase additional days.
Sabbatical: the option to take unpaid leave after consultation.
Birth leave: EY will pay 100% of the birth leave; in the case of additional birth leave, EY will pay 70% of the salary
Training and education: EY believes it's important to provide everyone with the opportunity for continuous development. Therefore, we offer various soft and hard skills training programs, external courses, and the possibility to enroll in additional education. For example, you can obtain an MBA to broaden your skills in leadership, business, and tech.
Mobility: contribute directly to our ambition to reduce EY's carbon footprint to zero by 2025. With the new scheme, you can choose from diverse sustainable options through the EY My Daily Travel app or online platform. This includes lease bicycles, electric shared scooters, electric shared cars, flexible lease cars, and various subscriptions for public transport. You can also track your CO2 footprint using the app.
Bicycle arrangement: finance the purchase cost of your new bicycle through a monthly deduction from your gross salary (the purchase cost is spread over 12 months) or from your non-statutory holiday entitlement.
Pension scheme: you will start building a pension capital immediately upon joining EY. Each month, a premium is allocated to your pension account with our pension provider. You also have the option to voluntarily contribute additional funds to your pension.

To learn more about working at EY, please visit the following link: What it's like to work here | EY - Netherlands

Our office

Our office in Amsterdam is located on the Zuidas: a vibrant area where many companies are located. In our Cross Towers, Anouchka and Lucia greet up to 1000 people a day upon arrival. Haven't had breakfast yet? Then Taib will make his special smoothie for you or just a nice cappuccino. During the lunch break, Hans and Mehdi's team is ready to serve you a fresh lunch. For a breath-taking view of Amsterdam, head to the 22nd floor. Collaboration takes on a new meaning with Wavespace. This high-tech environment brings together clients and colleagues from around the world virtually!

Application procedure

The selection process generally consists of 2 interview rounds and/or a Business case. An (online) assessment and pre-employment screening are also part of the application process. Depending on the job level, the pre-employment screening may include the following components: Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG), or if a VOG cannot be applied for in the Netherlands, a Criminal Background Check from the country where you currently reside or where you have resided in the past five years, an integrity questionnaire, verification of ID, diplomas and/or work experience, and consultation of the central insolvency register.