The opportunityAt 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. We are currently seeking a
Senior Manager - Finance Transformation (BlackLine) to join our Business Consulting practice.
In this role, you will lead complex finance transformation engagements with a strong focus on
Record-to-Report (R2R), financial close optimization, and BlackLineimplementation and enablement. You will work closely with senior client stakeholders to design and deliver technology-enabled solutions that drive process efficiency, strengthen controls, and accelerate close cycles.
Hands-on BlackLine experience is a mandatory requirement for this role.
This job posting relates to an existing vacancy within our organization.
What you will doAs a
Senior Manager - Finance Transformation (BlackLine), you will be expected to:
- Lead end-to-end Finance Transformation engagements, with a primary focus on:
- Record-to-Report (R2R)
- Financial close and consolidation
- Account reconciliations, journal entries, task management, and controls
- Act as a solution lead for BlackLine-enabled transformations, including:
- BlackLine functional design and implementation
- Close optimization and stabilization
- Integration with ERP and consolidation platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle)
- Post-implementation improvement and value realization
- Advise clients on target operating models, process standardization, and governance frameworks supported by BlackLine
- Engage with executive-level stakeholders as a trusted advisor
- Anticipate and manage engagement risks, dependencies, and quality
- Contribute to business development activities, including proposals, points of view (POVs), and client pursuits related to BlackLine and Finance Transformation
- Actively coach, mentor, and develop high-performing consulting teams
Client responsibilities- Lead the delivery of complex Finance Transformation programs, ensuring alignment between process, technology, and people
- Own client relationships for BlackLine-enabled engagements
- Manage financial aspects of engagements, including staffing, budgets, and delivery milestones
- Identify opportunities to expand EY services within existing client relationships
People management responsibilities- Supervise, coach, and mentor team members across multiple engagements
- Conduct performance reviews and provide ongoing feedback
- Support people initiatives, including recruitment, training, and capability development within Finance Transformation and BlackLine
- Promote a strong learning culture and inclusive teaming environment
Skills and attributes for success- Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
- Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams on complex transformation initiatives
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ability to translate business requirements into technology-enabled solutions
- Professional fluency in English; French is an asset
What you will bring to this role- Bachelor's degree and minimum 8+ years of relevant experience in consulting or industry
- Professional designation (CPA, CA, CMA, MBA) strongly preferred
- Mandatory: Demonstrated hands-on experience with BlackLine (e.g., Account Reconciliations, Journals, Task Management, Intercompany, Controls)
- Experience delivering full lifecycle transformation initiatives (assessment, design, implementation, and post-go-live support)
- Strong background in finance processes, particularly Record-to-Report and financial close
- Experience with ERP platforms and finance automation technologies
- Willingness to travel as required
