Ernst & Young AG

Manager - Finance Optimization (FAAS)

📍 8005 Zurich

Role and responsibilities

Lead digital finance transformation engagements including ERP/EPM programmes, automation use cases, and finance data & analytics workstreams. Analyze and improve end-to-end finance processes (e.g., R2R, O2C, P2P, FP&A;), translating business requirements into clear process designs and functional specifications. Guide and mentor project teams to ensure quality and effective collaboration. Design and lead client workshops and manage stakeholders. Drive planning, governance, risk mitigation and executive reporting. Collaborate with EY service lines to bring holistic solutions to clients. Lead business development and proposal activities. Contribute to thought leadership and internal methodologies.

Team / description

Our Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) practice in Switzerland is growing strongly. To support this expansion, our Finance Optimization team is seeking a Manager to join us in Basel, Zurich or Geneva.

Qualifications and Skills

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field.

  • 6–9 years of relevant experience in consulting or finance transformation.

  • Experience leading ERP/EPM or finance transformation workstreams.

  • Strong project and stakeholder management skills.

  • Ability to lead teams and ensure high‑quality client delivery.

  • A relevant professional qualification (e.g., ACCA, CPA) is an advantage.

  • Fluency in English/German; French a plus.