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SaT-WCAS-Associate Manager

Ernst Young

3.5

based on 10.1k Reviews

6-8 years

₹ 12 - 35L/yr (AmbitionBox estimate)

Bangalore / Bengaluru

1 vacancy

SaT-WCAS-Associate Manager

Ernst & Young

posted 1mon ago

Job Role Insights

Flexible timing

Key skills for the job

Data Analysis Data Analytics Financial Analysis Supply Chain Management Consulting SQL

+ 4 more

Job Description

We seek Associate Managers with expertise in Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), inventory optimization, Cashflow Forecasting, and Financial Planning and Analysis. Ideal candidates will have 6-8 years of experience in operational improvements with a strategic, transformation-oriented mindset, demonstrated by:
Analysing market/industry trends.
Ideating from the clients perspective and strategizing with a big picture approach.
Aligning with client objectives for value, differentiation, ease of implementation, and long-term enablement.
Experience in key sectors (e.g., Life Sciences and Healthcare, Advanced Manufacturing or Automotive, Consumer Products or Retail).
An end-to-end and transformational approach during pursuits, proposals, and engagements.

As a contributor to our transaction advisory, performance improvement, and strategic growth initiatives, you will use your advanced skills in operational and financial data modelling to provide strategic insights to clients and internal stakeholders.

This role offers professional growth within a leading firm, a variety of engagements, and continuous mentoring and learning opportunities.

Key responsibilities

Lead engagement teams executing WCAS which support key conclusions in developing and executing Working Capital optimization opportunities, support strategy and process optimization programs and Cash positioning
Develop and maintain sophisticated customer, supplier, product and cash flow models
Analyze historical transactional and financial data and market trends to create accurate and reliable opportunity and benefits measures
Work closely with client teams to understand their operations and structures to tailor models to their specific needs.
Present deliverables and solutions to clients, clearly communicating assumptions, methodologies, and implications for their business.
Contribute to the development of proposals and participate in client presentations for new business opportunities.
Engage in continuous learning and development to stay abreast of best practices in Working Capital and Cashflow forecasting and financial modelling.
Support the firms thought leadership initiatives by contributing to white papers, research studies, and client workshops
Maintain the highest standards of quality and compliance with EYs ethical guidelines and professional standards.
Mentor and guide junior analysts in developing their analytical skills and understanding of methodologies
Demonstrate excellent skills in project execution, including operational analytics, project management, problem-solving, and solution implementation
Build relationships with EY offices across the globe, and demonstrate knowledge of regional practices Responsible for high degree of GDS user satisfaction with engagement process and work products
Data analysis with extensive use Power BI / Alteryx / PowerPoint and advanced MS Excel
Collate the growing practices, develop expertise and mentor the junior members to deliver on high quality output on engagements
Manage and expand the existing set of users and build strong engagement metrics

Skills and attributes for success

Functional:
Inventory Management Expertise: Experience in inventory turnover analysis, just-in-time inventory practices, and demand forecasting to reduce holding and shortage costs
Data Analytics: Experience in working with large volumes of transactional data to develop segmentation and opportunity models (Must have- Power BI, Alteryx/SQL, MS Office applications; Good to have - Python/R, VBA, Snowflake/Databricks)
Credit and Receivables Management: Knowledge of credit policies, credit analysis, and accounts receivable management through Quote-to-Cash process analysis and designing strategies to minimize days sales outstanding (DSO).
Payables and Disbursements Management: Expertise in managing accounts payable and optimising the Procure-to-Pay cycle. Experience in implementing efficient payment processes to maximise days payables outstanding (DPO).
Financial Analysis and Forecasting: Proficiency in analysing financial statements, understanding cash flows, and forecasting future financial positions
Go-to-Market Strategy: Proficiency in developing outside-in perspective and benchmarks on liquidity and working capital management opportunities through public data, sector themes and market signals

Non-functional

Problem Solving: Ability to root cause and articulate issues effectively and offering solutions to same proactively
Adaptability: Talent for adjusting to new challenges, ideas, and environments quickly.
Communication: Strong capabilities in both written and verbal communication. Excellent facilitation and interpersonal skills
Willingness to Travel: Openness to international travel for business purposes.
Continuous Learning: Demonstrated by a postgraduate degree and ongoing professional development in relevant fields.
Knowledge of financial databases for benchmarking metrics of target with peers Work within the set timelines and communicate deviations/updates to GDS users
Project Management - ability to manage medium to large size projects, Should be able to review the deliverables.

To qualify for the role, you must have

Post Graduate degree in business, accounting, finance, engineering, computer science or related field from a premier institute with 6-8 years of applicable industry / analytics and/or consulting experience
Track record of delivering performance improvement projects related to supply chain/inventory optimization, sourcing/procurement or sales/accounts receivable that deliver tangible results (cost take out, revenue growth, increased cash flow, etc.).

What we look for

A Team of people with commercial acumen, technical experience and enthusiasm to learn new things in this fast-moving environment
An opportunity to be a part of market-leading, multi-disciplinary team, in the only integrated global transaction business worldwide.
Opportunities to work with EY SaT practices globally with running businesses across a range of industries

Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

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