
GMx - Commercial Controller - EY Global Delivery Services
About the role
Commercial Controller – Manager | EY Managed Services
We are looking for an experienced Commercial Controller – Manager to join our Global Managed Services (GMx) team and support some of EY’s most high‑profile global engagements. This is a strategic role where you will combine financial expertise, commercial thinking, and strong stakeholder leadership to drive the financial success of complex, multi‑country projects.
What You Will Do
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Lead commercial and financial strategy for a large global engagement, acting as the primary point of contact for all commercial matters.
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Provide insight‑driven financial reporting and ensure alignment with the engagement’s pricing model, business case, and contractual terms.
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Identify financial risks and opportunities, such as margin leakage, underpricing, or scope drift, and recommend actions to enhance profitability.
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Model pricing and financial scenarios to support executive decision-making and prepare internal fee discussions.
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Strengthen commercial controls by ensuring compliance with EY policies and maintaining visibility of global financial performance.
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Influence senior stakeholders through clear commercial guidance and represent the commercial perspective in strategic discussions.
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Coach and mentor junior team members, helping build capability across the commercial management function.
Must‑have experience & skills
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Strong ability to influence and build relationships with senior leadership.
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Solid financial acumen and experience managing budgeting, forecasting, and month‑end reporting.
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Hands‑on experience creating and managing financial or operational models.
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Understanding of P&L concepts and commercial drivers.
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Experience handling complex billing structures and cashflow management.
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A proactive mindset, with the ability to prioritize business challenges and bring fresh insights.
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Flexibility and interest in developing junior team members.
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Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or Tax; MBA preferred.
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10 years of relevant experience.
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Team leadership experience
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Strong project management and executive‑level communication skills.
About EY
As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we hire and develop the most passionate people in their field to help build a better working world. This starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. So that whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.
If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.
Required skills
Financial analysis
Commercial controlling
Forecasting
Pricing models
Stakeholder management
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