Senior Finance Manager

Job Summary : The Senior Finance Manager is responsible for leading all financial operations of the GCC (Global Capability Center) organization in India. This includes financial planning, budgeting, reporting, compliance and treasury functions. As the finance leader on-site, this role partners closely with global and local stakeholders to ensure alignment with corporate goals, efficient operations and financial integrity.

Major Responsibilities : Function Specific Lead all aspects of financial management for the GCC, including budgeting, forecasting, monthly and annual closing processes. Provide strategic financial insight and decision support to both local management and global leadership. Develop and implement key financial metrics and KPIs to monitor expenses and drive productivity improvements. Ensure timely, accurate, and insightful financial and operational reporting using ERP systems and BI tools. Prepare comparative financial analysis including benchmarking against industry trends. Support month-end and year-end close in alignment with corporate timelines and standards. Ensure compliance with Indian accounting standards, tax regulations and corporate financial policies. Maintain and strengthen internal controls and governance frameworks across all finance related processes. Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies as needed. Oversee day-to-day treasury activities including cash flow forecasting, banking, and funding needs. Optimize working capital and support investment strategy execution in collaboration with the corporate finance team. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of finance operations within the GCC. Drive system enhancements, including potential new ERP implementation and optimize the use of Power BI for improved financial reporting and decision-making. Partner with shared services leaders and global stakeholders to align financial plans with business objectives. Promote understanding of financial drivers across functions and support achievement of broader business goals. Take on additional responsibilities as assigned General : Represent the finance function in shared services governance discussions and continuous improvement forums Foster a positive and inclusive team culture grounded in performance, continuous learning and collaboration within the GCC and across global functions Coach, mentor, and develop the finance team (including direct reports), fostering career growth and accountability Lead cross-functional initiatives and provide financial support for strategic programs, transformation efforts and corporate projects Act as a trusted business partner to global leadership by translating complex financial insights into clear, actionable recommendations Support leadership with ad-hoc financial modeling, scenario planning, and decision-support tools aligned with evolving business needs

Requirements : Skill Requirements : An understanding of US GAAP accounting principles and standards Strong knowledge of Indian GAAP, taxation and regulatory compliance Deep experience in financial analysis, forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis Advanced Microsoft Excel, PowerBI, and PowerPoint skills Ability to maintain a high level of discretion and confidentiality Demonstrated ability to identify and resolve complex problems in a challenging, fast paced environment Strong written, verbal, organizational, and analytical skills D365, OneStream, Sequel are all a plus

Competencies : Managerial Courage : Willing to say what needs to be said, take a tough stand, and give candid / frank feedback when necessary and do so in a way that engages the team. Results driven : A strong, driven but flexible, energetic, resourceful and hands on individual with a strong service orientation, someone who commits herself / himself fully to the job and who is dedicated to developing and delivering outstanding work. Strong interpersonal savvy : A good listener with outstanding interpersonal qualities and a natural, effective consultative style. Someone who is sought out for their opinions and counsel and who can forge and maintain close relationships, both internally and externally. A highly motivated team player who contributes to an atmosphere in which people work together, enthusiastically, and effectively, in producing outstanding results. Personal Motivation : An ambitious and entrepreneurial character that thrives in fast-paced environments and has a hands-on attitude with an ability to transform ideas into reality through consensus and execution.

Education : CA Qualified / Accounting, or related field Working Experience : 12+ years of Finance (Controllership, Accounting, FP&A, Treasury, …) Preferred Experience : 12+ years of Finance and / or Strategy Leadership in a Global Shared Services environment, preferred Experience in a private equity portfolio company, preferred