Upcoming Webinar
Most finance and GBS leaders are deploying AI agents first and figuring out governance later, and that sequence is the problem. Once an agent is embedded in journal entry review, or exception handling, retrofitting controls means untangling live workflows, re-establishing audit trails after the fact, and explaining to auditors why oversight arrived after autonomy did.
This session makes the case for the opposite approach: treating internal controls as a design input for your AI strategy, not a compliance afterthought bolted on once something goes wrong. We'll look at what's actually working in finance organizations that got this sequencing right, where SOX and audit expectations are colliding with Agentic deployment speed, and how GBS teams can build the accountability structure before the agent goes live, not after.
What you'll take away
Founder & CEO, Hypatos
Dr. Uli Erxleben serves as the Founder and CEO of Hypatos, a company based in Berlin and New York that specializes in developing machine learning software for document processing automation. Uli holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Accounting and Finance from the University of St. Gallen, as well as a Ph.D. in Finance from TU Darmstadt. Following his academic achievements, he gained professional experience at McKinsey & Company in Berlin and Palo Alto. Subsequently, Uli served as the Managing Director of Rocket Internet SE in the US and played a key role in overseeing early-stage investments at ProSiebenSat1 SE. Since 2014, he has been an entrepreneur focused on process automation within the finance sector.
Partner, Financial Accounting Advisory Services
Dr. Simon Rosa specializes in corporate governance design and optimization, with a focus on financial and non-financial internal control systems and financial reporting processes. He advises clients on how to improve internal control systems, spanning financial reporting and sustainability reporting.
He also brings years of experience in internal audit and risk management system implementation, having successfully supported dozens of companies, some over multi-decade mandates. Through innovative solutions to complex governance and control challenges, he helps clients meet regulatory requirements while promoting responsible business practices that benefit society and the environment – reflecting EY's client-focused, collaborative values and its "Building a better working world" ambition.
