At EY, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we're counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

The opportunity

The Supervising Associate, Partnership Finance & Operations reports to the Director of Partnership Operations and is a hands-on role that is responsible for the day-to-day functions of the Partnership Operations Group, including supervising three colleagues. The successful candidate will be a leader, who is able to balance competing priorities with team-oriented approach to leadership and supervision.

Partnership Operations provides support to our leaders across both the partner talent and financial life cycles. We are a team of problem solvers committed to resolving complex business issues, providing support from strategy to implementation.

Your key responsibilities

• Assisting in management of the Partnership Operations Team.
• Oversee full cycle mid-month and review all aspects of all monthly and year end processes including journal entries, accruals and reconciliations.
• Manage and assist in the development and maintenance of accounting and Partnership files and records.
• Review, recommend and implement internal controls for improvements and/or efficiencies.
• Respond to accounting requests and inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Generates and provides accurate and timely results in the form of reports, presentations, etc.
• Manage and comply with provincial and federal government reporting requirements and related tax filings.
• Support the Executives in special projects for both internal and external stakeholders, including forecasting and modeling of pro forma and historical data and reporting.

Skills and attributes for success

• Keeps up-to-date technically and applies new knowledge to the role
• Demonstrates knowledge of job-relevant issues, products, systems, and processes
• Uses relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards
• Leverages technology and effectively uses systems and tools to generate reports (i.e. financial) and provide stakeholders with data and analytical support to drive decision-making
• Analyzes information and evaluates results to choose the best solution and solve problems
• Takes initiative, is highly innovative with a drive for creating processes
• Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with Director, colleagues and direct reports
• Provides excellent leadership to direct reports (e.g., differentiates top performers, fosters teamwork)

To qualify for the role you must have

• Professional accounting designation, CPA
• Possess a minimum of five years' relevant financial experience in similar roles
• Strong organization and prioritization skills, attention to detail, with high level of accuracy
• Effective time management skills and flexibility to work with changing priorities, ability to handle multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced work environment
• Must have strong computer literacy with highly advanced skills in Microsoft Office products, especially with Excel and Access would be considered a strong asset
• Excellent communication and inter-personal skills, proficient at building relationships with multiple levels of stakeholders, both external and internal
• Partnership, personal and corporate Canadian tax knowledge and experience with Canadian tax preparation would be considered a strong asset
• Comply with all confidentiality policies of the Firm and applicable regulatory authorities

What we offer

At EY, our Total Rewards package supports our commitment to creating a leading people culture - built on high-performance teaming - where everyone can achieve their potential and contribute to building a better working world for our people, our clients and our communities. It's one of the many reasons we repeatedly win awards for being a great place to work.

We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that's right for you

Diversity and Inclusion at EY

Diversity and inclusiveness are at the heart of who we are and how we work. We're committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advancing gender equity and women in leadership, advocating for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, promoting our neuroinclusion and accessibility initiatives, and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation. Our diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.

EY | Building a better working world EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets. Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate. Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.