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EY focuses on high-ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities. At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.From strategy to execution, the Government & Public Sector (GPS) practice of Ernst & Young LLP provides a full range of consulting and audit services to help our Federal, State, Local and Education clients implement new ideas to help achieve their mission outcomes. We deliver real change and measurable results through our diverse, high-performing teams, quality work at the highest professional standards, operational know-how from across our global organization, and creative and bold ideas that drive innovation. EY is ready to help our government build a better working world.EY Government and Public Sector (“GPS”) is seeking a full-time Accounts Payable / Deltek Expense Associate . This role will report to the GPS Expense and Accounts Payable Lead - Assistant DirectorThe opportunity:In this role, you’ll be responsible for day-to-day operations of GPS accounts payable and expense audits, and ensuring adherence to policies, applicable law and regulations, procedures, and internal controls.Your key responsibilities:Expense responsibilities:
Audit and evaluate expense reports to identify transactional errors, discrepancies with receipts, ensure compliance with internal policies as well as FAR Part 31, DFARS and CAS
Understand and apply the objectives of firm policies and procedures when analyzing expenses submitted by partners/employees
Identify problems with processes, technology, and/or procedures and escalate, as appropriate
Resolve expense reports issues with general supervision, consistent with established policies and procedures
Effectively prioritize own assignments, follow through on commitments and take ownership for personal and/or team results
Identify issues that may create potential financial exposure and/or risk to the Firm, and escalate accordingly
Support internal and regulatory audits
Assist in developing and implementing procedures and job aids related to Expense module
Reconcile firm credit cards
Accounts Payable responsibilities:
Manage Accounts Payable and/or Expense mailbox(es)
Prepare PO and non-PO Accounts Payable vouchers. Review non-PO voucher payment requests for adherence to GPS policy thresholds.
Reconcile subcontractor invoices to timesheets, resolve any discrepancies
Enter and upload invoices into AP Workflow
Submit AP vouchers and processed expense reports to AP Sr Associate for review and posting
Save proper backup documentation and receipts on internal network
Assist in developing and implementing procedures and job aids related to Accounts Payable module
Ensure all invoices and reimbursements are on time and in accordance with policies and procedures
Support internal and regulatory audits
Ensure all invoices and reimbursements are on time and in accordance with policies and procedures
Escalate complex vendor/expense report issues to Senior Associate
Select vouchers for weekly check run/ ACH
Understand GPS financial architecture and ensure proper charging of projects, accounts, and organizations.
Skills and attributes for success
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written, with individuals inside and outside of EY
Ability to work with a diverse and geographically distributed team
To qualify for the role, you must have
A Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience
Approximately 1 – 3 + years of relevant accounting / finance experience ideally in a government contracting environment, ideally AP and Deltek expense experience
The ability to obtain a security clearance
Ideally you will also have:
Experience using Deltek Costpoint
Experience in participating in system design sessions around accounts payable
What we offerWe offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The salary range for this job in most geographic locations in the US is $50,000 to $88,000. The salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $60,000 to $100,000. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
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.
If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.EY | Building a better working worldEY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate.Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.EY is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3, type Option 2 (HR-related inquiries) and then type Option 1 (HR Shared Services Center), which will route you to EY’s Talent Shared Services Team or email SSC Customer Support at ssc.customersupport@ey.com
