Jai D.-Senior Manager – Technology, Innovation and Transformation–Business Operations, Special Projects & AI
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Senior Manager – Technology, Innovation and Transformation–Business Operations, Special Projects & AI
EY Tax GmbH Steuerberatungsgesellschaft
- Lead and support the execution of high-priority strategic initiatives focused on integrating AI technologies, leveraging analytical insights to drive impactful outcomes for the business unit.
- Expert in identifying, defining, and documenting precise business user requirements that align with organizational objectives.
- Act as a key liaison across functions, regions, and diverse teams, facilitating the execution of AI-driven strategic initiatives while maintaining strong collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders.
- Develop and execute effective communication strategies to promote AI adoption and understanding across teams. Organize and facilitate meetings, prepare agendas, capture decisions, and track action items.
- Oversee governance frameworks to ensure compliance with ethical AI principles and internal policies. Proactively identify and escalate risks or issues to mitigate potential disruptions.
- Manage complex AI projects from initiation to completion, adhering to timelines and budgets. Prioritize initiatives and hold cross-functional teams accountable for deliverables.
- Conduct in-depth problem analysis and devise strategic, scalable, and ethically sound AI solutions.
- Provide critical support for day-to-day operations, ensuring agility in adapting to competing demands and evolving priorities. Promote cross-functional collaboration and alignment with regional strategies.
- Successfully enhanced regional and global operational efficiency by improving workflows and enabling better alignment between cross-functional teams via technology and offshoring tasks.
- Strengthened stakeholder relationships through proactive communication, leading to increased collaboration and faster execution of key priorities.
Vice-President – Global Mobility
Goldman Sachs Services India Pvt. Ltd.
- Team Lead for global mobility specialists working on operational aspects of internal assignments and international transfers.
- Provided comprehensive tax advisory, ensuring global tax compliance and managed social security tax for all employees.
- Oversaw vendor relations with two tax firms and technology provider.
- Managed budgeting for mobility expenses, optimized cost estimates, and streamlined payroll in APAC and EMEIA.
- Facilitated global tech support, coordinated with internal IT and implemented policy changes based on regional benchmarking and analysis.
- Collaborated with compensation, benefits, finance, HR, and recruitment on HR projects and mobility issues.
Manager, Global Mobility Advisory Services, Tax
KPMG LLP
Tax Senior, International Executive Services, Tax & Regulatory
KPMG - BSR & Co.
- Hands-on expertise in tax and regulatory matters for expatriates and High Net Worth Individuals.
- Establish compensation structure and diagnostics.
- Prepare and review income tax, wealth, and fringe benefits tax returns.
- Consulting for final compensation derivations and foreign exchange matters for compensation packages.
- Assist in expatriate registration with Indian immigration.
Junior Accounts Executive
Parekh Marine Agencies Pvt. Ltd.
Industry experience
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Experienced in Professional Services, Banking and Finance, and Transportation.
Business area experience
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Experienced in Accounting, Finance, Business Intelligence, Information Technology, Project Management, and Human Resources.
Summary
Skilled in cross-divisional collaboration, stakeholder consensus-building, and working with global, multicultural teams. Proficient in managing full project lifecycles and driving process improvements. Possess strong communication skills, leading meetings and drafting communications. Oversee governance policies, manage risks, documenting business requirements and problem-solving.
Skills
Key Skills
- Stakeholder Management
- Flexible Working
- Project Management
- Documentation
- Change Management
- Resource Management
- Functional Offshoring Lead
- Cultural Awareness
Soft Skills
- Teamwork, Virtually Across Diverse Stakeholders
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Communication Skills
- Organizational Skills
Leadership Skills
- Strategic Thinking
- Decision-Making
- Influencing And Inspiring
Others
- Adaptability And Resilience
- Developing And Empowering Others
It Skills
- Ms Office Including Project
- M365 Copilot And Ai Tools
- Jira
- Sap (Concur, Successfactors)
- Powerbi
- Mobility Tools
Languages
Education
Mumbai University
Masters of Commerce · Commerce · Mumbai, India
Mumbai University
Bachelor of Commerce · Commerce · Mumbai, India
Certifications & licenses
AI Agents
SAP S4/HANA Foundation
Agile (Project Finance Management)
Acclaim
Virtual Teaming
Acclaim (EY Badges- Learning)
Analytics & Data Visualization
Global Professional Of Human Resources
People Analytics & Evidence-Based Management
Statistics
Experience
Global experience
Expertise
Qualifications
Profile
Frequently asked questions
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Jai is based in Mannheim, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.
Jai speaks the following languages: English (Advanced), Gujarati (Advanced), Hindi (Advanced), Marathi (Advanced), German (Intermediate).
Jai has at least 22 years of experience. During this time, Jai has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 5 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 4 years and 5 months. Note that Jai may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Jai would be well-suited for roles such as: Senior Manager – Technology, Innovation and Transformation–Business Operations, Special Projects & AI, Vice-President – Global Mobility, Manager, Global Mobility Advisory Services, Tax.
Jai's most recent position is Senior Manager – Technology, Innovation and Transformation–Business Operations, Special Projects & AI at EY Tax GmbH Steuerberatungsgesellschaft.
In recent years, Jai has worked for EY Tax GmbH Steuerberatungsgesellschaft.
Jai is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Banking and Finance, and Transportation.
Jai is most experienced in business areas like Accounting, Finance, and Business Intelligence. Jai also has some experience in Information Technology, Project Management, and Human Resources.
Jai has recently worked in industries like Professional Services.
Jai has recently worked in business areas like Business Intelligence, Information Technology, and Project Management.
Jai holds a Master in Commerce from Mumbai University and a Bachelor in Commerce from Mumbai University.
Jai has 7 certificates. Among them, these include: AI Agents, SAP S4/HANA Foundation, and Agile (Project Finance Management).
The availability of Jai needs to be confirmed.
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