Senior Consultant - US-Focused Markets Group (FAAS)

About the role

EY is hiring a Senior Consultant to support its Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) team in Switzerland, specifically within the US-Focused Markets Group (US-FMG). The consultant works across many industries, executing and leading US GAAP, SOX 404 and US capital markets projects, and supports clients where there are no off-the-shelf solutions. The role is based in Zurich or Basel.

Key responsibilities

• Collaborate with EY FAAS leadership in Switzerland to develop and execute strategies for individual clients.
• Work with other service lines and subject matter experts to deliver an integrated service model across functions in an international team.
• Deliver US GAAP and US capital markets FAAS projects and contribute to the growth of the FAAS US-FMG.
• Deliver SOX 404 advisory on transactions and support Day 2 topics.
• Take part in projects implementing ESG-related disclosure requirements, including processes and controls.
• Understand client needs and deliverables that are clear, accurate and well presented.
• Coach local and offshore colleagues and ensure work is timely and compliant with regulations.
• Develop new opportunities for FAAS projects, solutions and relationships.

Required profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree (Accounting/Finance preferred), with further professional education such as US CPA, Swiss CPA, ACCA or CFA.
• 2 to 5 years of audit or consulting experience focused on US GAAP, PCAOB, SOX, SEC and US capital market transactions.
• Experience with capital markets transactions (IPOs, public debt listings, carve-outs) strongly encouraged; SOX 404 process and controls experience highly encouraged.
• Proven track record managing high-performing teams, including offshore/remote resources.
• Strong English speaking and writing; German and French are a plus.

Required skills

• US GAAP, PCAOB, SOX 404, SEC and US capital markets advisory.
• IFRS knowledge is a plus for GAAP conversion projects.
• Strong risk management knowledge and technical writing skills.
• Proactive, flexible and team-oriented approach, with strong networks in an international environment.