Position: Assurance – Japanese Business Services – External Audit Staff – Ernst & Young LLP

An introduction to Japanese Business Services – External Audit:
The largest part of Assurance – the External Audit team – examines and attests to a company’s financial statements through financial and internal control audits. The Japanese Business Services team is made up of experienced men and women with in-depth knowledge of both the Americas and Japanese corporate environments, gained through hands-on experience of serving major clients. Ultimately, they provide clients with that vital link back to Japan, matching clients’ needs with the capabilities of the global Ernst & Young organization.

Position Description:
As a staff within the Assurance Practice, you will clearly and accurately document the execution of specific audit procedures as defined by the engagement objectives, client’s engagement history, and planned audit approach. Other responsibilities may include:

  • Recognize potential audit issues or unusual relationships from basic analysis of the financial statements and communicate them to the team
  • Challenge procedures used in the past and attempt to enhance audit techniques
  • Demonstrate professionalism and competence in the client’s environment
  • Maintain a strong client focus, be responsive to client requests, and develop/maintain productive working relationships with client personnel
  • Understand how to operate effectively in a regulated environment

Position Requirements:
To qualify, candidates must be or have:

  • Actively preparing to pass the CPA examination
  • Pursing an undergraduate or graduate degree in accounting, and/or an undergraduate or graduate degree with sufficient course work to achieve CPA certification upon passing the examination
  • A strong academic record, including, without limitation in course work that EY deems relevant to this position
  • Fluent in both English and Japanese languages, including the ability to listen, understand, read, and communicate effectively both written and verbally in a professional environment
  • Flexible and willing to travel as well as work in excess of standard hours when necessary. The ability and willingness to travel is required
  • A valid driver’s license due to travel requirements
  • Proficient with MS Office, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint
  • Willing and able to learn and work independently with minimal supervision, as well as take ownership and pride in work product
  • Superior project management, interpersonal, communication, teaming, organizational and technology skills
  • Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Effective organization and time management skills with ability to work under pressure and adhere to project deadlines
  • Integrity within a professional environment

To apply:

  • First apply through OCR for only one EY position
  • Then apply through the EY online system at www.ey.com/us/apply. Select the job description for which you are applying: Campus Full Time, Intern or MBA Application