EY Graduate Analyst Program - Project Analyst, Finance (Entry level)- Newcastle or Manchester

EY Graduate Analyst Program – Project Analyst, Finance (Entry level) - NEW00MH5 - Newcastle-Upon-Tyne OR Manchester
Location: Ernst & Young LLP, City Gate, St James' Blvd, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear NE1 4JD or Ernst & Young LLP, 2 St Peter's Square, Manchester M2 3DF

The EY UK & Ireland (UKI) Consulting practice is looking to expand its presence in the North supporting some of our most prestigious clients, which cover a broad spectrum of private & public sector organisations, many of whom are household names and market pioneers in product and service innovation in a fast-changing world. Our Graduate Analyst Program is aiming to recruit enthusiastic, motivated professionals with a desire to shape tomorrow’s digital world of finance through a stimulating role.

The opportunity
 
EY UKI Consulting plans to increase headcount by doubling in size over the next 4 years to over 10,000 people, of which half of these roles will be based outside of London, and a significant proportion in the North, across all grades. 

Digital Finance sits within EY’s Business Consulting business and also has an ambitious growth target which makes it the perfect time to join and start carving out your own exceptional EY experience, working with globally recognised clients, and a growing team. Digital Finance works with clients to address mission critical issues for the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and their teams, creating value and delivering leading finance capabilities.

Our Digital Finance Graduate Analyst Program (GAP) is a three-year programme, and you will benefit from EY’s comprehensive development and training plans, allowing you to kick-start your career in the world of professional consulting

Your key responsibilities

Working as part of client facing Consulting teams, you will have a chance to work on a variety of projects ranging from enterprise performance management transformations, to global business service transformations, to Cloud ERP design and implementations, to process automation, to organisation and talent assessments and much more. 

The GAP (Graduate Analyst Program) will equip you with the skills, behaviours and tools necessary to succeed in the world of professional consulting, whilst also being able to tailor your learning plan around your own interests. Your home-base will be a choice between EY’s offices near St. James’s in Newcastle or in St Peters Square in Manchester. 
 
As an EY Project Analyst, you will:

• Collaborate with globally recognised clients and senior stakeholders.
• Conduct analysis to support the design of future of finance operating models.
• Support the design of finance processes to a defined methodology and apply automation technologies.
• Support the design and implementation of future state performance management processes and underlying data and technologies.
• Understand next generation cloud-based ERP platforms and the benefits they bring.
• Understand next generation Digital solutions and the opportunities for their application.

Skills and attributes for success

• A high level of conscientiousness.
• Openness to new experiences.
• Willingness to face new problems and learn new skills, and a curious problem-solving nature.
• Ability to manage the varying and often conflicting demands of working on projects.
• Ability to demonstrate personal governance.
• Ability to execute tasks with minimal supervision and act of own initiative.
• Ability to build rapport and relationships with persons at all levels irrespective of background.
• Strong diagnostic skills and ability to overcome hurdles and turn them into digital solutions.
• Knowledge of automation techniques (e.g. VBA macros, scripting, virtualisation, etc.) is desirable.
• Experience in software development cycle (e.g. coding, script languages, UI design, agile, etc.) would be advantageous.
• Aptitude to be service orientated and an appreciation for what it means to be client-facing and represent our Firm in everything that you do.
• Enjoy working as part of a team and achieving shared goals and purposes.
• Ability to communicate assuredly, clearly, and concisely in both oral and written forms.
• Interest in learning more about Digital technologies and automation.
• Flexibility, adaptability, and capability of performing under pressure.
• Proficiency in the use of IT. 

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A degree level education, or equivalent.
• Eligibility to work in the UK. (EY is not able to sponsor individuals who require a work visa for this position.)
• Willingness to travel. (Your home base is Newcastle or Manchester for the duration of the Graduate Analyst Program. Depending on your project assignment, you may be required to travel nationally, or internationally.)
• Interest in building a role in digital finance and consultancy.
• Strong organisation and prioritisation skills.

What working at EY offers
 
We offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. 

Being part of the Graduate Analyst Program puts you on a path for promotion to Senior Consultant. At the end of each year on the program, your performance will be assessed, and if you meet requirements you will progress to the next year group. At each progression your base salary will increase.

Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

• 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 is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.
 
If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.
 
Make your mark.  
 
Apply now.