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

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

From strategy to execution, the Government & Public Sector practice of Ernst & Young LLP provides a full range of consulting and audit services to help our State, Local and Education (SLED) clients implement new ideas and achieve their mission outcomes. We deliver real change and measurable results through our diverse, high‑performing teams, quality work at the highest professional standards and operational know‑how from across our global organization.

The nature of this role means no two projects will be the same. As a SLED service line Senior Manager you will actively pursue business development activities—including implementing strategies and tactical steps within and outside EY—to identify opportunities, develop proposal responses, train staff, and execute engagement deliverables simultaneously. You will think on your feet and challenge existing practices to develop answers to complex issues, collaborating with colleagues across multiple service lines to build relationships and identify opportunities for our clients.

Regular travel will be required, meeting with key clients—including some of the most respected in their fields.

• Develop and maintain strong, productive working relationships with advisory client personnel and assess client satisfaction.
• Direct field work, inform supervisors of engagement status, and manage assurance staff performance.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of complex governmental accounting (e.g., GASB), budgetary reporting and auditing concepts, and apply them to client situations.
• Delegate audit tasks, provide guidance, and develop people effectively.
• Provide performance feedback, training, and performance reviews for assurance staff.
• Contribute ideas/opinions and respond to team members’ views.
• Foster an efficient, innovative and team‑oriented work environment.
• Use technology to continually learn, share knowledge and enhance service delivery.
• Develop an understanding of EY's service lines and encourage assurance team members to seek service opportunities.

• U.S. CPA license in your work state.
• A Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or business discipline, plus 10 years of post‑college experience in financial audit and providing financial reporting advisory to SLED clients in a fast‑paced environment.
• In‑depth understanding of US Governmental GAAP, GASB standards, the Financial and Single Audit (Subpart F of the OMB Uniform Guidance) and OMB guidance.
• Comprehensive knowledge of preparing and auditing Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), Annual Financial Statements and Single Audit Report for SLED entities.
• Proficiency in modified‑accrual reporting, grants management and budgetary reporting.
• Hands‑on experience with business development and proposal governance in the SLED space; experience leading multiple proposals in the past year.
• Experience with large regional or national not‑for‑profit clients is a plus.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and collaborative management skills.
• A proven record of excellence in managing, mentoring and improving a high‑performing team.
• Dedication to teamwork and leadership.
• Integrity within a professional environment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret clearance or higher.

• CGFM and/or CDFM certification.

We are interested in versatile people who can take on new responsibilities, listen to clients and solve complex issues creatively. We value leaders with curiosity, confidence and the ability to build relationships.

• Competitive compensation and benefits: base salary range $146,700–$335,100 (USwide), $176,000–$380,800 (NYC, Washington State, California). Total rewards include medical, dental, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off.
• Hybrid model:
  Most client‑serving staff are expected to work 40–60% of the time in person.
• Flexible vacation policy:
  Decide your personal vacation time, enjoy designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, personal/family care and other leaves.

EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law. EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Apply today. EY accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis.