Assistant Advisor - Ernst & Young, Uganda

Who We Are: Ernst & Young is a global leader in Assurance, Tax and Transaction advisory services. Worldwide, our 152,000 people are united by our shared values and an unwavering commitment to quality. At Ernst & Young, we are committed to achieving potential. It’s how we make a difference for our people, our clients and our wider communities. It’s about 152,000 people working together to help each other develop and succeed professionally and personally. In an effort to improve and expand our capacity to effectively serve our clients in the region, we are looking for self-motivated high performing individuals to join our Advisory Team in the following disciplines. We are looking for an Assistant Advisor who will assist in handling multiple client engagements while serving as a business advisor to clients. Using our global learning tool, we will help you develop the skills you need to be successful. And as part of market-leading global advisory professionals, you will gain valuable experience across industries and geographies and have the opportunity to deepen your subject matter knowledge. You will interact with clients in order to collect all the necessary data/information, set-up and maintain PI advisory files, keep up to date detailed information on client engagements in the business line and maintain a daily log of business activities and opportunities. As an Assistant Advisor, you will engage in the writing of proposals and the management of client engagements.

Requirement: University Degree in Economics, Finance, or Accounting - minimum upper second. A qualification in ACCA, CPA, MBA and or related Masters degree as an advantage. At least 2 years experience in Advisory services. Demonstrated technical, business knowledge and ability to learn. Strong planning, research, and communication skills. Ability to write for reporting, policy and publication. Creative and analytical thinking. High level of motivation and drive to start a career in professional services.

How to apply: If you believe you are a high performer and have the skills and qualifications outlined above, kindly submit your application, CV and relevant testimonials in support of your academic qualifications to the following address. The Staff Partner Ernst & Young Certified Public accountants Ernst & Young House, Plot 18 clement Hill road, P. O. Box 7215, Kampala – Uganda Deadline for submission of applications is Friday, 7th September 2012. Please note that Ernst & Young is an equal opportunity employer however only successful candidates will be contacted.