Financial Services Consulting Manager - Business Transformation - Payments

Location: New York, Charlotte, Chicago, San Francisco, Los Angeles and Dallas

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Financial Services Consulting Manager - Business Transformation – Payments

United States

Are you passionate about transforming the future of financial services? Our FSO teams have been at the forefront of every event that has reshaped and redefined the financial services industry. If you have a passion for rallying together to solve the most complex challenges in the financial services industry, come join our dynamic team!

At EY we are dedicated to reshaping the payments landscape. If you’re someone who thrives on solving complex problems in payments - whether it’s large value payments, wires, cross-border transactions, or the emerging world of digital assets like on chain correspondent banking and tokenized deposits -this is your chance to make a real impact.

What we are looking for:

We’re looking for professionals with hands-on experience in clearing and settlement systems, SWIFT, FedWire, payments core systems modernization (like ISO, Cloud native payment rails), treasury and cash management, and regulatory know-how. If you’ve spent 6-8 years or more in banking or consulting and want to be part of a team that’s driving innovation and change, EY is the place for you.

The opportunity:

You will serve global clients and unlock your full potential in payments consulting. You’ll excel in high-value international payment systems making a difference in enabling real time straight through payments connectivity a reality. We’re specifically seeking experts in large value, global cross-border payments who want to lead transformative projects and shape the future of payments.

What you’ll do:

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• Lead projects end-to-end to solve real-world payment challenges, from wires and cross-border payments and emerging capabilities such as on chain correspondent banking.
• Collaborate with diverse teams and clients, fostering innovation and inclusive work environments.
• Build strong client relationships and deliver solutions that drive measurable impact.
• Mentor and coach junior team members, sharing your knowledge and passion.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and help shape EY’s thought leadership in payments.

What you bring:

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• 6-8 or more years of experience in payments, whether in banking or financial services consulting, with deep knowledge of clearing and settlement, SWIFT, FedWire, CHIPs, ACH, payments infrastructure, treasury and cash management.
• Hands-on experience with regulatory requirements and payments modernization initiatives and change management.
• A strong interest or experience in enabling global 24X7X365 payments capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Proven leadership experience and project management skills.
• Willingness to travel (up to 50%), both domestic and international.

What’s in it for you:

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• We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth.
• A supportive culture that values diversity, inclusion, and work-life balance.
• The chance to work on innovative projects that shape the future of payments worldwide.

Why EY?

Join a fast-growing, dynamic team where your payments knowledge and expertise matter. You’ll work alongside passionate colleagues who value collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning. We’re committed to helping you grow your career while making a difference in the global payments ecosystem. Plus, we offer flexible work arrangements, competitive benefits, and a culture that supports your well-being.

Ready to make an impact?

Join EY and be part of a team that’s building a better working world through payments innovation. Apply now and start your journey with us.

What We Offer You

At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.

• 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 range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $128,400 to $235,300. The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $154,000 to $267,400. 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 med