GPS - Financial Accounting Advisory Services - State and Local - Senior Manager

GPS - Financial Accounting Advisory Services - State and Local - Senior Manager

Join EY’s Government & Public Sector practice as a Senior Manager in the Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) – State, Local & Education (SLED) service line.

From strategy to execution, EY’s GPS FAAS team delivers consulting and audit services to state, local, and education clients. As a Senior Manager, you will lead complex engagements, drive business development, and build cross‑service line relationships to provide innovative solutions.

• Engage with SLED clients to understand their business and deliver customized advisory services.
• Lead, support, and train audit and assurance teams throughout engagement lifecycle.
• Develop and manage proposals, business development strategies, and contract negotiations.
• Collaborate across multiple service lines to identify client opportunities and provide integrated solutions.
• Travel regularly to meet with clients and deliver engagements.

• Strong client‑relationship management and consultative skills.
• Expertise in governmental accounting (GASB), budgeting, and audit principles.
• Experience in financial reporting advisory and audit engagements with SLED entities.
• Excellent project management, mentoring, and performance feedback abilities.
• Proficiency in technology tools for knowledge sharing and service delivery.
• U.S. CPA license and a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance or higher.

• 10+ years post‑college experience in financial audit and reporting advisory for SLED clients.
• In‑depth knowledge of US Governmental GAAP, GASB standards, and Single Audit requirements.
• Familiarity with ACFR, annual financial statements, and Single Audit Report preparation.
• Hands‑on experience with business development, deal governance, and proposal submission.
• Proven track record managing high‑performing teams and driving results.
• Ability to travel up to 30% for federal practice or 80% for state/local practice.

• Competitive base salary: $146,700–$335,100 U.S. (Higher ranges for NYC, Washington and California).
• Performance‑based total rewards, medical & dental coverage, 401(k) and pension plans.
• Hybrid work model: 40–60% in‑person for client‑serving roles.
• Flexible vacation and paid holidays.

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