Global Service Lines (GIFT) - Associate Director

Join Global FP&A and work with Service Line CFOs and leadership teams to support execution of the All In strategy and key Finance priorities. The Global Service Line Finance teams' partner across a diverse portfolio, with a strong focus on client needs, transformation, innovation and sustainable stakeholder value.

The opportunity

As an Associate Director within Global Service Line FP&A, you will be a critical finance adviser to Service Line CFOs and senior leaders across Assurance, Consulting, Strategy and Transactions, and Tax.

You will combine FP&A discipline, commercial interpretation and performance insight to help leaders understand what is driving results, where risks and opportunities are emerging, and which actions will improve business outcomes. By connecting financial, operational and market information to business priorities, you will support the design and execution of Service Line strategy.

We are looking for a proactive, credible and insight-led finance professional who can translate complex data into clear leadership narratives and practical recommendations. You will bring discipline, judgement and curiosity to strengthen planning, forecasting and management information, identify performance trends and shape timely, evidence-based decisions.

Working in a global, matrixed organization, you will collaborate across Finance, Service Lines, Regions and other functions to develop forward-looking insight, improve reporting quality and usability, and support strategic and operational initiatives.

Your key responsibilities

• Act as a trusted finance adviser and first point of contact for assigned Service Line leaders, connecting financial results to commercial, operational and strategic performance drivers.
• Support Service Line CFOs and senior leaders with analysis, modelling and practical recommendations that inform planning, performance management and decision-making.
• Deliver accurate, concise and action-oriented weekly, monthly and quarterly performance reporting and insight.
• Support planning, forecasting and budgeting by translating strategy, market context and operational assumptions into robust financial plans, projections and performance targets.
• Analyse revenue, margin, cost, pipeline, backlog, wins, losses, utilisation and productivity to identify trends, risks, opportunities and corrective actions.
• Provide scenario and option analysis, clearly setting out assumptions, sensitivities, trade-offs, risks and recommended actions.
• Prepare leadership updates, performance reviews and executive presentations that turn complex financial and operational information into decision-ready narratives.
• Partner with Finance, Reporting and Data Analytics, GDS and other teams to improve reporting, automate routine outputs, strengthen data quality and increase the usability of management information.
• Promote the effective use of AI, analytics and Global Finance tools to improve insight, efficiency, forecasting and decision support.
• Provide Finance expertise to strategic and cross-functional initiatives, while supporting the integrity of Service Line financial structures, hierarchies and service codes.
• Promote collaboration, knowledge-sharing and capability-building by coaching colleagues and modelling strong business-partnering behaviours.

Skills and attributes for success

Success in this role requires a commercially minded finance professional who can turn complex financial, operational and market information into clear insight, practical recommendations and confident leadership conversations.

• Strong FP&A, financial analysis and performance management capability, with the ability to connect results to business drivers, risks and opportunities.
• Commercial judgement and curiosity to understand market context, Service Line priorities and the actions needed to improve performance.
• Clear and credible executive communication, with the confidence to engage senior stakeholders, challenge constructively and influence through evidence-based insight.
• Strong problem-solving, financial modelling and analytical capability, including the ability to evaluate options and develop practical recommendations.
• Proficiency in reporting, data visualization and analytical tools, with a practical approach to AI, automation, simplification and continuous improvement.
• A collaborative, ownership-led style, with the ability to build trusted relationships and manage ambiguity and competing priorities in a global matrix.
• A commitment to knowledge-sharing, coaching colleagues and contributing to an inclusive, high-performing Finance team.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics or a related discipline, preferably supported by a relevant professional qualification.
• At least 10 years of relevant experience in FP&A, business analysis, commercial finance, management reporting, strategy, analytics or finance business partnering within a complex organisation.
• Strong knowledge of financial management, planning, forecasting, performance analysis and management reporting.
• Proven ability to deliver financial and operational insight, modelling and stakeholder-ready recommendations that inform business decisions.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams, with evidence of influencing through commercial judgement and clear communication.
• Strong capability in Excel, PowerPoint and relevant reporting, analytics and data visualisation tools, with the ability to learn and apply new technologies.
• Ability to work independently across multiple priorities and collaborate effectively across cultures, locations and time zones.

This job posting relates to an existing vacancy within our organization.

What we offer you
The compensation ranges below are provided in order to comply with United States pay transparency laws. Other geographies will follow their local salary guidelines, which may not be a direct conversion of published US salary ranges. 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 range for this job is:
• • New York City, Boston, and Washington DC Metro Areas, Washington State, and Southern California offices - $150,900 to $271,500
  • Bay Area California offices - $157,100 to $282,900
  • All other offices locations in the US, including Sacramento - $125,700 to $248,900
• Individual salaries within these 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.

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