Ashwath Mallya Ullal
Senior Manager/Associate Director - Global Mobility Tax - EMS
Summary
Versatile Senior Manager specializing in Operations management and skilled at planning, implementing and overseeing key improvements to drive business growth and efficiency. History of cultivating an open culture with free exchange of information. Pursuing new professional challenges with a growth-oriented company.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
Senior Manager - Global Mobility
Ernst & Young LLP
10.2021 - Current
- Managing a large portfolio of Global Mobility - Global coordination and Global billing/Finances for one of the largest G360 clients, with a revenue of over 16 million pounds
- Implemented the billing and finance process for Managed Services (Primary Partner) Contract
- Partnering with global engagement leadership at EY and provide them insight on the margins and overall health of the engagement
- Primary point of contact for the client for any questions on the Billing/Finances/Invoice related queries
- Identifying the right resource mix for carrying out the operations and margin modelling
- Formulating annual budgets and conducting variance analysis to determine difference between projected & actual results and implementing corrective actions
- Performing Estimates To Complete (ETC) on the ERP system and thereby forecasting the budget for rest of the year, projecting revenue, and deciding on the revenue to be released to business or any potential losses that needs to be written off
- Issuing invoices to end client monthly and monitoring any aged inventory and managing the debtors
- Purchase Order management and reporting the PO budget vs actual and liaising with the client's finance team for issue of new Purchase Order
- Process automation and improving the efficiency by leveraging EY India to manage complex tasks from onshore.
- Utilized data-driven insights to make informed decisions that resulted in higher returns on investments.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and deliver high-quality results.
- Managed budgets effectively, achieving financial objectives while maintaining strict control over expenditures.
- Reduced costs, optimized resource allocation, and improved efficiency in managing projects.
- Implemented innovative solutions to overcome challenges, leading to enhanced productivity levels.
- Established strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business.
- Mentored junior staff members for skill development and career progression within the organization.
- Demonstrated exceptional adaptability in navigating complex situations or rapidly changing environments with ease.
- Championed process improvement initiatives that led to significant cost savings without compromising on quality standards.
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning through regular workshops, seminars, and training sessions for staff.
- Enhanced company reputation by driving successful initiatives that addressed client pain points effectively.
- Consistently met or exceeded annual performance targets set by senior leadership.
- Achieved operational excellence by streamlining processes and implementing best practices.
- Improved team performance by providing comprehensive training and fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Collaborated closely with peers from other departments to drive organizational success jointly as one cohesive unit.
- Spearheaded change management efforts for seamless adoption of new systems or processes among employees.
- Balanced competing priorities efficiently while maintaining focus on critical tasks requiring immediate attention.
- Evaluated hiring, firing, and promotions requests.
- Managed large-scale projects and introduced new systems, tools, and processes to achieve challenging objectives.
- Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
- Executed appropriate staffing and budgetary plans to align with business forecasts.
- Developed and implemented new filing systems to improve organizational efficiency and productivity.
- Recommended and implemented successful strategies to maximize revenue.
- Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and procedures.
- Held monthly meetings to create business plans and workshops to drive successful business.
- Conducted performance evaluations, compensations and hiring to maintain appropriate staffing requirements.
- Identified cost improvement changes and cost savings plans to increase company savings.
Manager - Global Mobility
Ernst & Young LLP
10.2017 - 09.2021
Assistant Manager - Global Mobility
Ernst & Young LLP
07.2016 - 09.2017
Team Leader - Global Mobility
Ernst & Young LLP
06.2014 - 06.2016
Team Leader-Operations
Fidelity Investments
04.2011 - 05.2014
Work Group Lead
Fidelity Investments
01.2009 - 03.2011
Sr. Associate
Fidelity Investments
08.2007 - 12.2008
Associate
Fidelity Investments
10.2005 - 07.2007
Education
Post Graduation Diploma in Management -
IIM Calcutta
Calcutta11.2012
B.Com. -
Mangalore University
Mangalore06.2002
Skills
Data Analytics
Reporting oversight
Strategic Planning
Market Analysis
Resource Allocation
Corporate Communications
Corporate Communications
Data-driven decision-making
Organizational Development
Cross-Functional Communication
Operations Management
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Documentation And Reporting
Operations Planning
Process Improvement
Employee Development
Business Development
Cost Control
Customer Service
Revenue Forecasting
Budget Management
Project Planning
Excellent Communication
Training and Development
Performance Evaluations
Employee Coaching and Mentoring
Analytical Thinking
Attention to Detail
Certification
Bronze learning badge in My Purpose
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 04/18/82
Accomplishments
- Rewarded with “Maverick Award” for my contributions in transforming an average team into a highest performing
team. - 3 months secondment to United Kingdom to transition the Global Coordination work to India. India leverage increased
from 62% to 95% through this transition. - Managed the de-merger of the client and implemented new Integrated Mobility Contract. Also, coordinated with the clients to ensure quick turnaround on the spin-off queries.
- Lead billing transformation project and automated the billing process.
- Total savings achieved through automation and efficiency gain are over 2.8 million pounds for the last two years.
- Managed two contract changes in the last 5 years and assisted in the RFP process.
- Accolades from various onshore stakeholders for consistently managing the financial performance and team's
performance. - Managed an uplift of more than 1.5 million pounds – uplift means releasing the profit to business. This was achieved by
accurate budgeting, monitoring the performance of cost centers, leveraging India for more complex work and thereby
reducing direct cost.
Timeline
Senior Manager - Global Mobility
Ernst & Young LLP
10.2021 - Current
Manager - Global Mobility
Ernst & Young LLP
10.2017 - 09.2021
Assistant Manager - Global Mobility
Ernst & Young LLP
07.2016 - 09.2017
Team Leader - Global Mobility
Ernst & Young LLP
06.2014 - 06.2016
Team Leader-Operations
Fidelity Investments
04.2011 - 05.2014
Work Group Lead
Fidelity Investments
01.2009 - 03.2011
Sr. Associate
Fidelity Investments
08.2007 - 12.2008
Associate
Fidelity Investments
10.2005 - 07.2007
Post Graduation Diploma in Management -
IIM Calcutta
B.Com. -
Mangalore University