Tax Technology Assistant Manager

Our Tax Technology team helps apply cutting edge technology and techniques to bring solutions to our clients and internal teams. In this role, you will collaborate closely with EY teams offering insights and provide perspective on how to continue to innovate and keep up with the ever-growing demands of the digital landscape. Specifically, the opportunity involves assisting as a technology specialist who leads technology initiatives, oversees the implementation, and ensures successful service delivery.

Responsibilities

Innovation and Solutions:

• Implementation of innovative solutions that align with the companys strategic goals to enhance operational efficiency and

• drive business innovation. This involves evaluating new technologies, integrating systems, and developing digital strategies
• that will transform processes and provide a competitive edge in the market.
• Identify process improvement and automation opportunities within each Sub Service Line to improve efficiencies and margin.

Data Analysis and Insights:

• Oversee the execution of data analytics activities, ensuring accuracy, relevance, and actionable insights.
• Collaborate with EY Teams / data analysts to interpret data, identify trends, and provide strategic recommendations.
• Ensure adherence to data quality standards and best practices throughout the project lifecycle.

Project Planning and Execution:

• Develop comprehensive project plans defining project scope, goals, deliverables, and timelines.
• Coordinate resources and tasks effectively to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Manage project dependencies, risks, and issues; develop mitigation strategies as needed.

Stakeholder Management:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders regarding project status, issues, and requirements.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to manage expectations and ensure alignment with project goals.
• Facilitate regular meetings and status updates to keep stakeholders informed and engaged throughout the project lifecycle.

Team Leadership and Collaboration:

• Foster a collaborative team environment, encouraging creativity, innovation, and problem-solving.
• Provide guidance and support to team members, ensuring clarity on roles, responsibilities, and project objectives.

Project Monitoring and Reporting:

• Monitor project progress, track milestones, and report on key metrics and KPIs.
• Identify deviations from plan and implement corrective actions as necessary.
• Prepare and present regular project status reports to management and stakeholders.

Skills and Attributes for success:

• Ability to develop and deliver high quality output against stated project objectives and meet tight deadlines.
• High level of drive, commitment to achieving solutions, and ability to work under pressure

• Team player and leader who openly supports, encourages and shares knowledge with colleagues.
• Analytical and adaptive skills to rapidly understand complex problems and rationalise these into a workable solution.
• Ability to engage with stakeholders and manage cross functional projects.
• Highly organized and able to adjust to multiple demands, shifting priorities, and rapid change based on project needs.
• Attention to detail which results in a constant standard of quality and the ability to communicate the value and benefits of the project.
• Ability to identify areas for improvement in the operating model and the flexibility to identify solutions to make the improvements.

To qualify for the role, you must have:

• Bachelors degree in related field, preferably with an emphasis in business, accounting or technology and a minimum of 4 years related work experience.
• Business Intelligence and Data Analyst experience
• Experience in designing, setting up and managing project workplans and budgets; leading work streams for a large, complex program involving multiple, related projects as the project/program manager.
• Strong team and project management skills with an ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and written/verbal communication skills as well as a strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail
• Proficiency required in MS 365, including a very strong emphasis on use of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, MS Project, SharePoint, MS Teams, and Visio
• Experience with MS Power Platform, MS Power BI

What we look for:

We are seeking to identify high-potential Seniors to deliver exceptional client service and enable the continued innovation of our practice, Were interested in professionals with drive to take on new responsibilities and projects. We are interested in a specialist with a strong commitment to professional and client service excellence.

The ideal candidate will be someone who:

• Has a passion for technology and innovation, staying abreast of the latest trends and understanding how they can be applied
• Demonstrates a proactive mindset, constantly seeking ways to go above and beyond in delivering value.
• Exhibits strong leadership qualities, capable of guiding teams through complex projects and challenges.
• Possesses excellent communication skills, able to articulate complex ideas clearly and persuasively to a variety of audiences.
• Shows adaptability and flexibility, thriving in a dynamic environment and adjusting quickly to evolving business needs.
• Embodies a collaborative spirit, working effectively with colleagues across different service lines and geographies.
• Maintains a high level of integrity and professionalism, upholding our firms standards and ethical guidelines.
• Is committed to continuous learning and development, both for themselves and for mentoring others within the team.

What working at EY offers:

As one of our valued employees in EY, you get to work with inspiring, meaningful, and challenging projects. Our focus iseducation and coaching alongside practical experience to ensure your personal development. At EY we value our employees, and you will be able to control your own development with an individual progression plan. You will quickly grow into a responsible role with challenging and stimulating assignments. In addition to these, you will be part of an interdisciplinary environment that encourages high quality and knowledge exchange. Furthermore, we offer excellent working conditions, in a stimulating, inclusive and enjoyable environment.

We offer:

• Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career.
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way thats right for you.

About EY

As a global leader in assurance, tax, consulting, strategy, and transaction services, we hire and develop the most passionate people in their field to help build a better working world. This starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities, and creative freedom to make things better. So that whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

Join us in building a better working world.

Apply now.