About this role
<p><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0px">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. </span></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">GMx - Manager - Commercial Controlling</span></strong></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">EY Global Delivery Services (GDS) is a global network delivering scalable, technology-enabled solutions to EY member firms and clients worldwide. Within GDS, Managed Services (MS) is a strategic growth area, focused on delivering end-to-end, long-term solutions across global engagements.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">The GMX Controlling Team plays a key role in driving commercial excellence, enabling robust financial management, contract compliance, and value delivery across complex, multi-country deals.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">The Opportunity</span></strong></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">As a Controller, you will align to a high-profile engagement, taking ownership of contract management across commercial, financial, and engagement dimensions. You will partner closely with engagement leadership and key stakeholders to drive financial performance and ensure adherence to contractual requirements.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">You will bring strong commercial acumen and proven experience in financial and engagement management. In addition, you will play a key role in leading, coaching, and developing junior team members, contributing to the overall effectiveness and capability of the Controlling Function.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Your Key Responsibilities</span></strong></p> <p> </p> <p><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Commercial & Contract Management</span></strong></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Demonstrate a strong understanding of the contract’s commercial construct and underlying business case</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Act as the primary point of contact for all commercial matters for the client, Engagement Partner, Tax Account Lead and Tax leadership</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Drive the activation and governance of commercial contractual clauses, ensuring early identification and mitigation of non-compliance risks</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Support contract renewals and related commercial discussions</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Financial Management & Governance</span></strong></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Build and maintain visibility of global engagement financials, driving robust commercial governance with key stakeholders</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Monitor and report financial performance against plan, supported by detailed variance analysis and root cause insights</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Recommend and implement actions to mitigate risks and capitalise on commercial opportunities</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Operational Oversight & Delivery Excellence</span></strong></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Lead and manage the Commercial Operations team, ensuring adherence to EY standards and Quality & Risk Management (QRM) requirements</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Oversee and review key deliverables, including internal contracting, change requests (scope and fee), estimates to complete, billing, reporting and pricing plans</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Drive consistency, accuracy and continuous improvement across commercial processes and deliverables</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Skills and attributes for success</span></strong></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to build relationships and influence senior leadership</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Self-assured and confident, with the ability to bring fresh insights to complex business challenges</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Proactive, self-driven mindset with strong business acumen and the ability to prioritise effectively</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Ability to shape innovative solutions and implement best practices to optimise financial performance</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Flexibility and adaptability to respond to evolving business needs</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Strong team orientation with a passion for coaching, mentoring and developing junior team members</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">To qualify for the role, you must have</span></strong></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">A Graduate/MBA degree or equivalent.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">10-15 years of experience.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Project Management Skills to deliver positive outcomes in short timelines.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Team handling skills. Experience in managing a team size of 2-3 at least.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Proven experience in building and maintaining robust financial and operational models, with strong data analysis and presentation skills</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Hands-on experience managing end-to-end budgeting and forecasting processes</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Experience in month-end reporting, including variance analysis with a focus on accuracy and timeliness</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Demonstrated ownership of cash flow reporting and management</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Experience managing projects with complex billing structures and multi-dimensional interdependencies</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Basic understanding of P&L concepts and key financial elements</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Strong understanding of financial and commercial drivers and their interdependencies</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">What we look for</span></strong></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">A strong commitment to upholding and enhancing EY’s reputation through high-quality delivery and professional integrity</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">A proactive mindset with a passion for problem-solving, enabling you to support clients in addressing complex business challenges</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">What we offer</span></strong></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">EY Global Delivery Services (GDS) is a dynamic and truly global delivery network. We work across locations – and with teams from all EY service lines, geographies and sectors, playing a vital role in the delivery of the EY growth strategy. From accountants to coders to advisory consultants, we offer a wide variety of fulfilling career opportunities that span all business disciplines. In GDS, you will collaborate with EY teams on exciting projects and work with well-known brands from across the globe. We’ll introduce you to an ever-expanding ecosystem of people, learning, skills and insights that will stay with you throughout your career.</span></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><strong>Continuous learning: </strong>Build future-ready skills and a growth mindset to navigate evolving business challenges</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><strong>Success as defined by you</strong>: Leverage the tools, flexibility, and support needed to create meaningful impact in your own way</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><strong>Transformative leadership: </strong>Gain the insights, coaching, and confidence to grow as a purpose-driven leader</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><strong>Diverse and inclusive culture: </strong>Thrive in an environment where you can bring your authentic self to work and help foster inclusion for others</span></li> </ul><p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0px"><b>EY | Building a better working world </b></span></span></p> <p><br> <span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0px"> <br> EY 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. </span></span></p> <p><br> <span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0px"> <br> Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate. </span></span></p> <p><br> <span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0px"> <br> 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. </span></span></p>