01Responsibilities
Project Orchestration: Lead cross-functional sprints between Finance and IT/GDIA to ensure digital tools are delivered on time and meet functional requirements. Process Architecture & Value Stream Mapping: Lead the end-to-end mapping of finance workstreams (Planning, Forecasting, Month-end Close, and Budget Control). Utilize Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and process flow charting to identify bottlenecks and 'friction points,' designing future state architectures that eliminate manual intervention. The Strategic Bridge: Act as the primary translator between Finance stakeholders and IT/Data Engineering teams. Connect the dots between business requirements and technical execution, ensuring that automated solutions solve real-world financial pain points. Systems & Data Integration: Optimize and integrate finance workflows within SAP S/4HANA and Oracle Essbase environments. Ensure that data flows seamlessly between ERP systems, process workflows, and reporting layers. Solution Design & Automation: Develop and prototype efficiency tools like Data Form, the MS Power Platform (Power Automate/Apps), or Visualization tools (e.g. Power BI). Identify the 'right tool for the job' to improve process velocity and data integrity. Agentic AI & Innovation: Identify use cases for Agentic AI and LLMs to handle cognitive finance tasks, such as automated variance analysis, complex reconciliations, and predictive forecasting. Data Strategy & Lineage: Oversee the migration of finance data into Data Lakes/EDP. Ensure a 'single source of truth' by maintaining strict data lineage and integrity across all automated reporting outputs. Digital Capability & Citizen Development: Serve as a Lead Citizen Developer and 'AI Evangelist' for the Finance team. Design and deliver hands-on training sessions to upskill colleagues on 'last-mile' technologies, including Generative AI/LLM prompt engineering, Power Platform (Power Automate/Apps), and data visualization. Your goal is to foster a culture of technical curiosity and empower the broader finance organization to build their own automated micro-solutions.Desired Technical Skills & Experience:
Core Finance Expertise: Deep functional knowledge of FP&A cycles, Budgeting, Forecasting, and Budgetary Control. Must understand the accounting logic behind complex accruals and financial modeling. Systems Proficiency: Hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA and Oracle Essbase. Data Transformation & Analytics: Expert level in tools like Alteryx for ETL and data blending. Professional-grade skills in Power BI or similar tools. Automation & Low-Code: Advanced proficiency in the MS Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps). Technical Literacy: Ability to write and understand SQL for data extraction, Python for advanced modeling, and a basic understanding of APIs for system integration. Methodology: Proven experience in Lean Six Sigma tools, specifically VSM and bottleneck analysis.
The ideal candidate will possess a unique blend of financial acumen and technical literacy. We are looking for 5+ years of total professional experience, demonstrated through one of the following pathways:
1: Finance-First Professional
Education: Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics, paired with a Masters or certification in Business Analytics/Data Science. OR a Qualified CA, CMA, or MBA (Finance) with certifications in digital tools (e.g., MS Power Platform, Alteryx, or Power Query). Experience: 5+ years in Finance, with at least 3+ years specifically dedicated to Finance Transformation, Systems Implementation, or Process Re-engineering. 2: Technical-First Professional
Education: B.E. / B.Tech. in Computer Science, Data Analytics, or a related technical field. Experience: 5+ years of total professional experience, including 23 years of proven functional experience working directly within Finance operations or processes (e.g., Forecasting, Budgeting, or Financial Reporting).
Demonstrated Success: A portfolio of completed projects where you successfully bridged the gap between a manual finance process and a fully automated, scalable digital solution. .
