GMx Transition Specialist for Tax Senior

GMx Transition Specialist for Tax - Senior

At EY GDS a member of the global integrated service delivery centre network by EY Managed Services is a significant part of our business comprising more than $7b in revenue with major clients across the globe. We enable clients to achieve seamless business transformations by providing people-based asset-based and integrated solutions leveraging our deep sector and domain expertise to deliver enhanced value. With Managed Services as a core focus we are committed to driving operational excellence and innovative solutions for our clients complex business needs.

The opportunity

The Implementation Senior plays a key role in executing various phases within an implementation project. This role is expected to anchor and collaborate with team members in setting up implementation plan & metrics regular monitoring of processes ensuring controls are in place risk analyses are performed for every process adequate training of resources establishing communication channels with various internal/ external teams for long terms success.

Your key responsibilities

• Experience in transition management project management and transformational initiatives within a large-scale global environment.
• An ideal candidate must have managed and executed large multi country multi service complex implementations.
• Execute detailed transition plans including risk assessments and milestone tracking.
• Work with cross-functional teams to ensure all transition activities are completed on schedule and in alignment with client requirements.
• Facilitate knowledge transfer and process documentation to ensure operational continuity.
• Monitor and report on transition progress proactively identifying and resolving issues or bottlenecks.
• Engage with stakeholders at all levels maintaining clear communication and managing expectations throughout the transition lifecycle.
• Project management - process implementation prepare project plan (both detailed & high level) volume ramp plan Knowledge Transfer communication plan governance plan

Skills and Attributes for Success

• 3 - 9 years of professional experience in transition management with a proven track record of successfully managing transitions and transformations in Finance or/and Tax.
• Expertise in identifying and mitigating risks during transitions and the ability to develop robust transition strategies and contingency plans.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with experience in coordinating between clients internal teams and third-party vendors to ensure seamless knowledge transfer and operational handover.
• Ability to work independently prioritise multiple transition projects and adapt to dynamic environments while maintaining high quality standards.

Core Capabilities

• Highly motivated and results-driven ensuring seamless service transition
• Exceptional organisational skills adept at multitasking and prioritising transition tasks
• Excellent presentation and communication skills for stakeholder engagement
• Quality-focused mindset ensuring high standards throughout transition phases

Functional Capabilities

• Comprehensive understanding of transition lifecycle methodologies and project planning
• Experience with transition management tools and platforms preferably with hands-on knowledge of Microsoft Project plan or similar project management systems.
• Understanding of and ability to identify opportunities to deploy AI based solutions to improve quality of Transition Management
• Understanding of Tax/Finance process (preferred)
• Proven experience in managing stakeholders across functions and levels
• Sound knowledge of MS office suite

To qualify for the role you must have

• Overall professional experience of 4 9 yrs with client facing experience of at least 1 year
• Experience in conducting Client facing Transitions
• Experience in transitions for Finance (Tax/F&A) Banking scope other Big 4
• Project management certification preferred (e.g. PMI PMP PMI ACP Agile certifications Prince2 Six sigma certifications Safe/ Scrum certifications)

Ideally youll also have

• Proven creative thinking and ability to identify and resolve transition challenges
• Self-motivated and proactive in managing transition activities
• Experience engaging professionally with diverse cultures and international teams working across time zones as required

What we look for

• Experience with managed services transition tools and methodologies
• Experience in Transitions and Transformation projects
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain client relationships
• Ability to multi task and manage time between multiple projects

What we offer

EY Global Delivery Services (GDS) is a dynamic and truly global delivery network. We work across six locations Argentina China India the Philippines Poland and the UK 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 GDS you will collaborate with EY teams on exciting projects and work with well-known brands from across the globe. Well introduce you to an ever-expanding ecosystem of people learning skills and insights that will stay with you throughout your career.

• Continuous learning: Youll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: Well provide the tools and flexibility so you can make a meaningful impact your way.
• Transformative leadership: Well give you the insights coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: Youll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.