Specialist, Operations and Finance Innovation

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  • Toronto, ON
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 29 days ago
At EY, we're all in to shape your future with confidence.We'll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.Join EY and help to build a better working world.The opportunityThe Partnership Operations Group is dedicated to supporting EY Canada leaders across both the partner talent and financial life cycles. As a team of problem solvers, we are committed to resolving complex business issues and providing comprehensive support from strategy through to implementation.As Specialist, Operations & Finance, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing complex administrative functions, enhancing operational processes, and delivering high-impact reporting and insights. This role requires a strategic mindset, strong communication capabilities, and the ability to manage confidential information with discretion. You will collaborate closely with senior leaders and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that elevate the quality and efficiency of our services.This position is fully on-site at the Toronto office, facilitating close collaboration, effective communication, and secure handling of sensitive information.This job posting relates to an existing vacancy within our organization.Your key responsibilitiesThis list is not intended to be exhaustive. The Specialist will oversee a variety of unique requests, including:
  • Operational Excellence
  • Oversee the maintenance of complex administrative data and ensure timely an accurate production of monthly, quarterly, and ad-hoc reports.
  • Leverage technology and data analytics to generate actionable insights that support strategic decision-making.
  • Communications & Innovation
  • Serve as a key point of contact for senior stakeholders, ensuring exceptional service delivery and responsiveness.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Address queries in clear and comprehensive language.
  • Governance & Compliance
  • Manage sensitive files and records with a high degree of confidentiality and accuracy.
  • Conduct regular audits to ensure data integrity and compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
  • Process Innovation
  • Proactively identify and implement opportunities to streamline and enhance administrative processes.
  • Develop and maintain clear standard operating procedures to support scalability, control hazards and promote consistency.
  • Project & Stakeholder Management
  • Lead and support ad hoc projects, balancing multiple priorities and deadlines with minimal supervision.
  • Prepare high-quality presentations and communications for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Continuous Development
  • Stay current with industry best practices and participate in relevant training and development opportunities.
  • Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Skills and attributes for success
  • Bachelor's degree combined with 3-5 years of relevant experience in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment, ideally in operations, administration, or a similar field.
  • Strong professional verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
  • Strong confidentiality, tact, and discretion in preparing, disclosing, and handling sensitive information.
  • Highly adaptable to change with excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and analytical abilities for a structured and efficient approach to tasks.
  • Proven track record in learning and effectively using various independent systems.
  • Initiative in driving process improvements and innovation, with a strong adherence to organizational policies and procedures.
  • Solid understanding of processes, policies, and procedures required for supporting an organization.
  • Demonstrated critical thinking, care, and diligence in problem-solving, decision-making, execution, and stakeholder interactions.
  • Proficiency in MS Office products, including advanced Excel skills (lookups and pivot tables) and advanced Word skills (mail merge).
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • This position is fully on-site and requires the individual to work from the Toronto office.
What we offerThe EY benefits package is designed to support your physical, emotional, financial, and social wellbeing. Our extensive benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage, as well as mental health benefits, a robust Employee Assistance Program and group savings plans to promote your overall wellbeing. We offer generous time off, including personal days, vacation days, and additional firm-wide holidays, along with the option to purchase extra vacation days. Employees can take advantage of EY's exclusive learning programs tailored just for them. We also provide internal opportunities for career development and advancement, enabling you to grow within the firm. Get involved in meaningful volunteering through EY Ripples and make a positive impact in the community.EY reports salary ranges in accordance with applicable provincial pay transparency legislation. Individual salaries within the anticipated salary ranges noted below are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to internal equity, education, relevant experience, knowledge, and applicable skill sets.
  • Toronto: $75,600 to $113,400
Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.To help create the best experience during the recruitment process, please describe any accommodations you may need.Inclusiveness at EYInclusiveness is at the heart of who we are and how we work. We're committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advancing gender equity and women in leadership, advocating for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, promoting our neuroinclusion and accessibility initiatives, and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation. Our diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.Learn about our commitment to Inclusiveness atEY | Building a better working worldEY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets.Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.At EY, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as one element of our recruitment process to enhance efficiency and improve the candidate experience. While AI supports us in our process, human judgment and decision-making remain integral in our candidate experience. We are committed to the responsible use of AI, and our practices are continuously reviewed and refined to ensure they align with ethical principles and regulatory requirements.To all recruitment agencies: EY does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Any resumes submitted without a prior agreement or request from our hiring team will not be considered. EY is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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