Ernst & Young

USA - EY-Parthenon - Corporate Finance - Decision Modeling and Analytics - Associate

Ernst & Young$100K — $115K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in business, finance, economics, statistics, accounting, or a related field.
  • Strong interest in financial modeling and analytics with proven creation of effective financial models.
  • Proficient in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
  • Willingness to travel and work beyond standard hours if necessary.
  • Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

  • Apply corporate finance and data analytics skills to strategic decision-making for clients.
  • Collaborate with teams on complex assignments across various industries.
  • Master Excel modeling and analytical tools like PowerBI, SQL, and Python.
  • Combine finance knowledge with data skills to drive business insights.
  • Present findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive compensation and benefits package based on performance recognition.
  • Flexible vacation policy tailored to personal circumstances.
  • Access to medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans.
  • Paid time off options including designated holidays and personal care leaves.
Full Job Description
USA - EY-Parthenon - Corporate Finance - Decision Modeling and Analytics - Associate

Will you shape the future or will the future shape you?

The opportunity

EY-Parthenon's unique combination of transformative strategy, transactions and corporate finance delivers real-world value - solutions that work in practice, not just on paper. Benefiting from EY's full spectrum of services, we've reimagined strategic consulting to work in a world of increasing complexity.

With deep functional and sector expertise, paired with innovative AI-powered technology and an investor mindset, we partner with CEOs, Boards, Private Equity and Governments every step of the way - enabling you to shape your future with confidence.

Your key responsibilities

Sitting within EYP, Decision Modeling and Analytics (DMA) professionals apply their corporate finance, data analytics and data visualization skillsets to quantify clients' most impactful strategic decisions. As a DMA Associate, you will join one of our most innovative and fast-growing teams. You will be working with, and learning from, highly talented colleagues on challenging and complex assignments. Through your work here, you will develop highly sought-after modeling and analytical skills while learning about, and helping to solve, a broad range of business issues of Fortune 500 companies, small and middle-sized enterprises and government agencies across all sectors and industries.

We'll look to you to go above and beyond by taking ownership of multiple projects as they come up. In addition to mastering Excel modeling, you'll be expected to learn and use some of the most in demand analytical tools, such as PowerBI, SQL and Python. You'll have to combine your corporate finance knowledge with your data analytics and data visualization skills to drive highly valuable business insights. You'll also be expected to present your findings in a way that is easily understood by both technical and nontechnical audiences at all levels. No two clients are the same and since you'll be involved across multiple stages within projects, you'll find your work varies from day to day. Whichever industry or project you're working on, we'll support you in using your technical, numerical and financial skills to their full potential.

Skills and attributes for success

To qualify for the role, you must have:

  • An education background that includes work toward a bachelor's degree or master's degree in business, finance, economics, statistics, accounting, or related field.


  • A proven interest in financial modeling and analytics, with the skills to create effective financial models based on client specifications.


  • PC proficiency, including MS Excel, PowerPoint and Word.


  • The ability and willingness to travel and work in excess of standard hours when necessary. In certain circumstances, travel may be required beyond your work location based on client and project needs.


  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employer sponsorship, now and in the future.


  • The expectation for this role is in person teaming, at client site or in an EY office, a minimum of 60% of the time or on average 3 days a week over the course of an engagement, project or performance year


Ideally, you will have:

  • A preferred cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher (on a 4.0 scale).


  • A demonstrated interest in corporate finance and consulting.


  • Familiarity with statistical/mathematical approaches.


  • Familiarity with a broad base of analytics tools/applications including:


  • Data visualization (PowerBI, Tableau, etc.)


  • Data management / data modeling (SQL, Alteryx, Azure, Gurobi, etc.)


  • Programming languages (Python, R, etc.)


  • Excellent communication skills, and the confidence to influence and support both colleagues and clients.


  • The ability to collaborate effectively within a team setting.


  • A methodical approach to work, and the ability to prioritize while working with a portfolio of projects.


  • Access to reliable transportation to/from the EY office and client sites. A driver's license is strongly recommended as ride share and public transportation options may not be available in all locations.


  • Knowledge of how to leverage firm-approved AI tools in a business setting, including Microsoft Copilot.


What we offer you

At EY, we harness our collective strength to empower you to shape your future with confidence through professional growth, personal fulfillment and an inclusive culture. Learn more at ey.com/us/careers.

  • We 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 base salary for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $100,000 - $115,000. 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.


Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

  • To make the most of your application experience, please limit yourself to two applications within a six-month period.


  • To learn more about our anticipated application deadlines, please visit www.ey.com/us/application-review.


  • For those living in California, please click here for additional information.


  • At EY, our values set the foundation for how we work and the behaviors we expect of our people. Any misrepresentation or falsification of information or lack of integrity at any point in the recruiting process may result in withdrawal of your candidacy, revocation of an offer or immediate termination of employment.

About Ernst & Young

Ernst & Young (EY) is a multinational professional services firm that provides audit, tax, consulting, and advisory services to clients in a wide range of industries. The firm was founded in 1989 through the merger of Ernst & Whinney and Arthur Young & Co., and has since grown to become one of the largest professional services firms in the world. EY is committed to building a better working world by helping its clients solve their toughest challenges, and by creating a positive impact on the communities it serves.
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