Staff Financial Accounting Advisor — Tysons, VA at EY

About the Team

At EY, we are all in to shape your future with confidence. We help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams, taking your career wherever you want it to go. Our Government & Public Sector practice provides a full range of consulting and audit services to Federal, State, Local, and Education clients, helping them implement new ideas to achieve mission outcomes.

We deliver real change and measurable results through diverse, high-performing teams, quality work at the highest professional standards, and creative, bold ideas that drive innovation. Our mission is to enable government clients to protect the nation, increase public safety, improve healthcare for military and veterans, deliver essential public services, and help those in need. We are ready to help our government build a better working world.

The Government & Public Sector-Financial Accounting Advisory Services (GPS-FAAS) team is growing exponentially. As a staff member, you will play a key role in this growth, working across all Federal GPS sector service lines and interacting directly with clients to develop your career.

About the Role

This role is designed for those who understand that data integrity and quality are the foundations of reliable reporting. You will serve as the primary day-to-day contact for our clients, communicating expertise around data integrity to provide improved insight within the accounting, finance, governance, and regulatory spaces. Success in this position requires a deep understanding of business processes and data flows to provide a truly exceptional client experience.

We are looking for versatile people who can take on new responsibilities and listen to clients to get things done. Beyond technical accounting experience, we seek genuinely interesting individuals with the ability to build relationships, negotiate, and think in unique, creative ways. If you are a confident leader with a curious mind and the ability to solve complex issues, this role is for you.

Hiring Process

EY accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis. To apply, please submit your candidacy through our official channels. For candidates living in California, additional information is available via our specific portal link.

Equal Opportunity & Culture

EY focuses on high ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities, including veterans with disabilities. If you need assistance applying online or require an accommodation during the application process, please contact EY's Talent Shared Services Team.

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.

Work location

Work model: Hybrid

Dulles Access Road, Tysons, Fairfax County, Virginia, 22103, United States

Tysons, Virginia

Key Responsibilities

check_circleConsult with clients on data integrity and improving data quality
check_circleEngage clients and provide authoritative advice throughout transactions
check_circleDevelop understanding of market trends and share knowledge to mentor junior colleagues
check_circleUnderstand client ambitions and refer them to colleagues to broaden business relationships
check_circleAssess risk and provide well-thought-out solutions for complex issues
check_circleCommunicate expertise on data flow within accounting, finance, and regulatory spaces

Requirements

verifiedBachelor's degree in accounting, finance or business discipline
verified2 years of progressive post baccalaureate work experience with Federal US GAAP
verifiedPursuing a CPA certification
verifiedExperience with preparation or auditing of Federal financial statements, operations research, advanced data analytics, exploratory data mining, or data visualization
verifiedStrong technical writing skills
verifiedDeep understanding of Federal financial management objectives, terminology, processes, and tools
verifiedAbility to obtain and maintain a secret clearance or higher

Nice to Have

US CPA licensure in your work state, CGFM certification, and/or CDFM certification.

Benefits & Perks

check_circleComprehensive medical and dental coveragecheck_circlePension and 401(k) retirement planscheck_circleFlexible vacation policy with personal choicecheck_circlePaid holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, and Family Care leave

Company

Industry

Professional Services

Headquarters

London

EY is a global professional services firm headquartered in London dedicated to building a better working world. The organization creates new value for clients, people, society, and the planet while fostering trust in capital markets. By leveraging data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology, EY teams assist clients in shaping the future with confidence and developing solutions for pressing global issues. The firm operates across a full spectrum of services including assurance, consulting, tax, strategy, and transactions. These offerings are strengthened by deep sector experience and a diverse ecosystem of partners. EY teams are present in more than 150 countries, serving a wide international client base with a focus on delivering practical answers for today and tomorrow. The company maintains a significant global footprint through its extensive network, which connects professionals worldwide to address complex challenges across various industries.

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Us Gaap, Federal Financial Statements, Operations Research, Data Analytics, Data Mining, Data Visualization, Technical Writing, Federal Financial Management, Secret Clearance, Cpa.

Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business discipline required.

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To qualify for the Financial Accounting Advisory Services - Staff with Security Clearance at EY position, applicants should have: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or business discipline; 2 years of progressive post baccalaureate work experience with Federal US GAAP; Pursuing a CPA certification; Experience with preparation or auditing of Federal financial statements, operations research, advanced data analytics, exploratory data mining, or data visualization; Strong technical writing skills; and Deep understanding of Federal financial management objectives, terminology, processes, and tools.

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Financial Accounting Advisory Services - Staff with Security Clearance at EY is based in Dulles Access Road, Tysons, Fairfax County, Virginia, 22103, United States. This is a hybrid role.

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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business discipline required.

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About EY

The firm operates across a full spectrum of services including assurance, consulting, tax, strategy, and transactions. These offerings are strengthened by deep sector experience and a diverse ecosystem of partners. EY teams are present in more than 150 countries, serving a wide international client base with a focus on delivering practical answers for today and tomorrow. The company maintains a significant global footprint through its extensive network, which connects professionals worldwide to address complex challenges across various industries.

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