Key Responsibilities : -Consultants in this area work across the entire project lifecycle, from strategy articulation to implementation and post-go-live support.- Strategy and Roadmap Development : Define front office and overall finance transformation strategies and roadmaps for clients, including business case development.- Process Improvement and Redesign : Analyze current state business processes (e.g., Procure-to-Pay (P2P), Order-to-Cash (O2C), Record-to-Report (R2R), Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)) and design future-state operating models leveraging digital solutions.- Technology Implementation : Lead the selection, design, build, configuration, testing, and deployment of cloud-based Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) systems.- Stakeholder Management : Collaborate with cross-functional and global teams, managing client expectations and ensuring alignment with business objectives at all levels, including the C-suite.- Project Management : Oversee and manage project timelines, resources, and budgets to ensure successful delivery of transformation programs.- Innovation and Solution Development : Develop use cases and proof-of-concepts (POCs) for new and emerging technologies like AI, automation, and blockchain, contributing to thought leadership and internal practice development.- Risk and Compliance : Ensure that new processes and systems adhere to regulatory requirements and internal controls (e.g., SOX compliance).Key Skills and Qualifications : Technical Expertise : Hands-on implementation experience with major ERP systems (e.g., SAP S / 4HANA, Oracle, Workday, Microsoft Dynamics 365), EPM tools (Hyperion, OneStream, Blackline), and proficiency in data analytics tools and methodologies.- Functional Finance Knowledge : Deep understanding of core finance functions, operations, and accounting principles.- Consulting Skills : Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and presentation skills; ability to work creatively in a time-limited environment and manage multiple priorities.- Experience : Typically requires 8+ years of relevant experience in finance system transformation or process consulting, with a track record of leading full lifecycle implementations.- Education : A bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field; a Master's degree (MBA) or professional qualification (e.g., CA) is often preferred.
Finance Leader • Mumbai, Maharashtra, India