About the Company :
Innovative finance operations automation platform that empowers modern finance teams to streamline operations, automate reconciliations, and gain real-time business insights. We serve high-growth fintech companies tackling complex financial workflows. Backed by top-tier investors, company is transforming finance through cutting-edge technology.
Position Overview :
We are looking for an experienced Implementation Lead to drive the onboarding and implementation of our platform for new and existing fintech clients. This role is ideal for someone with a strong understanding of financial systems, implementation methodologies, and client management. Youll collaborate closely with product, engineering, and customer success teams to ensure timely, accurate, and seamless deployments.
Key Responsibilities :
- Lead end-to-end implementation projects for enterprise fintech clients
- Translate client requirements into detailed implementation plans and configure solutions accordingly
- Serve as the primary point of contact during onboarding, ensuring milestones and expectations are met
- Collaborate with engineering and product teams to resolve client-specific technical needs
- Conduct gap analysis and propose workarounds or customizations to align client goals with product capabilities
- Develop SOPs, implementation templates, and reusable frameworks for consistent project execution
- Train client teams on platform functionality and usage
- Track and report implementation KPIs, timelines, and escalations
- Manage UAT (User Acceptance Testing) cycles and facilitate a smooth handover to the Customer Success team
- Identify opportunities to improve internal processes and enhance implementation success rates
Required Qualifications :
Bachelors degree in Finance, Business Administration, Information Systems, or related fieldMust have Project management experience3+ years of implementation experience, preferably in a fintech, SaaS, or ERP environmentStrong knowledge of fintech products, financial workflows, and integrationsExperience managing multi-stakeholder projects from discovery to go-liveExcellent written and verbal communication skillsHands-on experience with tools such as Jira, Confluence, Excel, and project management platformsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsPreferred Qualifications :
Prior experience implementing financial automation tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Anaplan, Blackline)Familiarity with API integrations and basic data mappingExperience in agile / scrum-based implementation environmentsExposure to reconciliation, book closure, AR / AP, and reporting systemsPMP, CSM, or similar certificationsSkills & Competencies :
Functional Skills :
Financial process knowledge (e.g., reconciliation, accounting, reporting)Business analysis and solutioningClient onboarding and trainingUAT coordinationDocumentation and SOP creationProject Skills :
Project planning and risk managementTask prioritization and resource coordinationKPI tracking and stakeholder reportingSoft Skills :
Cross-functional collaborationCommunication with technical and non-technical teamsAttention to detail and customer empathyConflict resolution and crisis managementWhat We Offer :
An opportunity to shape fintech implementations across fast-growing companiesWork in a dynamic environment with cross-functional expertsCompetitive compensation and rapid career growthA collaborative and meritocratic cultureref : hirist.tech)