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Assurance Advisor, Assurance, Financial Accounting Advisory Services, (Commodities Markets) (Manager) (Multiple Positions) (1727615), Ernst & Young U.S. LLP, Houston, TX.

Provide audit and advisory services to companies with commodity operations and exposure. Assist clients and plan study of work problems and procedures, such as key organizational issues, communications, information flow, integrated production methods, or technology. Help commodity traders / hedgers conduct a comprehensive organizational gap analysis based upon leading industry practices. Gather and organize information on problems or procedures. Analyze data gathered and develop solutions or alternative methods of proceeding.  Develop detailed implementation blueprints to enhance business capabilities and operational effectiveness. Confer with personnel concerned to ensure successful functioning of newly implemented systems or procedures. 

Manage and motivate teams of professionals with diverse skills and backgrounds. Consistently deliver quality client services by monitoring progress. Demonstrate in-depth technical capabilities and professional knowledge. Maintain long-term client relationships and networks. Cultivate business development opportunities.

Full time employment, Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week, 8:30 am – 5:30 pm. 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Must have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, Mathematics, Information Technology, or related field and 5 years of progressive, post-baccalaureate work experience with commodities markets. Alternatively, will accept a Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, Mathematics, Information Technology, or related field and 4 years of experience with commodities markets. 

Must have 3 years of experience working with various commodity transaction types (physical and financial) across multiple markets including understanding and explaining rationale for hedging strategies and short- / long-term business objectives of the client. 

Must have 3 years of experience in analyzing commodity risks and/or hedging strategies for various commodity instruments and markets, including in one or combination of any of the following:  control and process design, re-design, and/or mitigation related activities. 

Must have 3 years of experience with current regulatory landscape impacting the commodity markets (including Dodd Frank and FERC requirements); and experience with how commodity markets operate (in at least one or a combination of any of the following: power, gas, crude, metals and/or refined products). 

Must have 3 years of experience leading cross functional discussions with client business units to determine and document functional requirements for potential trading application upgrades and/or implementations. 

Must have 3 years of experience in one of the following: 
• working on commodity trading audits; 
• providing advisory services pertaining to financial risk management; or 
• providing advisory services pertaining to commodity trading/hedging operations. 

Must obtain CA, CCEP, CIA, CPA, CQF, GARP – FRM, PMP, or SCR certification within one year of hire. 

Requires domestic travel up to 50% in order to serve client needs. 

Employer will accept any suitable combination of education, training or experience.

Please apply on-line at ey.com/en_us/careers and click on "Careers - Job Search”, “See All", then “Experienced Professionals” (Job Number - 1727615).

What we offer

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary for this job is $129,917.00 per year. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year. Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

•    Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
•    Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
•    Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
•    Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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Full time, Temporary work, Work experience placement, Summer holiday, Immediate start, Monday to Friday

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