Job Description: Position Summary As a Lead Collaboration Engineer at Guardian Life Insurance, you will be responsible for designing, building, testing, deploying, and supporting Microsoft 365 collaboration capabilities for 16,000 users globally. You are Excellent problem solver Strong collaborator with team members and other teams Strong communicator, documenter, and presenter Strong project ownership and execution skills, ensuring timely and quality delivery. Continuous self-learner, subject matter expert for Microsoft 365 You have Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or significant relevant experience 5+ years of experience, preferably in a large financial services enterprise Expert-level experience with Microsoft 365: Administration, Outlook/Exchange Online/Exchange Server, Teams, SharePoint Online/OneDrive, Power Automate, Viva Engage (Yammer), Stream, PowerShell scripting, advanced troubleshooting diagnostics, Copilot, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Visio, Project, Whiteboard, To Do, Planner, Lists, Viva Insights, Power Apps, Loop, Azure. Intermediate-level experience with Proofpoint E-mail Protection or a similar e-mail security service – Administration, Routing, Allow/Block List, Encryption, DLP, Send Securely, Secure Portal, SPF/DKIM/DMARC, delivery troubleshooting, incident response. Knowledge of other complimentary collaboration applications are desired: Zoom, BitTitan MigrationWiz, or ShareGate. Strong knowledge of IT Service Management and ITIL, preferably using Service Now – Incidents, Tasks, Problems, Knowledge, CMDB, Reporting, Dashboards. Proven ability to manage support and request tickets within SLAs, and drive Microsoft support cases to closure. Knowledge of Project Management using waterfall and agile frameworks. Proven ability to complete projects reliably and with quality. Knowledge of Networking and Security - DNS, Active Directory, Entra ID (Azure AD) including conditional access policies, certificates, firewalls, proxies, cloud access security brokers (CASB), single sign on (SSO), multi-factor authentication (MFA), data loss prevention (DLP) and identity and access management (IAM). Knowledge of Endpoints, Servers, and Cloud – Devices, operating systems, browsers, Intune, System Center, Nexthink, Amazon AWS, Azure. Microsoft certifications are desired, preferably MS-900, MS-700, MS-721, MS-102 You will Deliver excellent support for Collaboration capabilities to achieve service level agreements. Participation in the team on-call support rotation is required. Design, build, test, and deploy new Collaboration capabilities to achieve strategic goals and key deliverables reliably and with quality. Current goals are focused on Copilot, and Service Improvements. Reporting Relationships As our Collaboration Engineer, you will administratively report to our Delivery Manager/ Head of IT who reports to our Head of Infrastructure IT; and functionally to the Head of Collaboration Technology. Location: This position can be based in any of the following locations: Gurgaon Current Guardian Colleagues: Please apply through the internal Jobs Hub in Workday

Job Description: Provide tier two operational support, leading team efforts in resolution of incidents and outages for information security technology and its dependencies on Public and Private Cloud computing environments, shared platforms, and operating systems for more than three of the following technologies: Ensuring team's adherence to SOPs, training and performance monitoring for team members, and continuous process improvement for efficiency, including automation, wherever applicable and conduct recurring assessments of all the key SOC workflows to highlight process deficiencies as well as improvement opportunities for staff. o Malware Analysis o SIEM (Splunk) o Software-defined (Cloud) Network Security o Endpoint Security Protection o Data Loss Prevention Partner with other technology teams in handling and responding to internal customer issues, conducting problem analysis and providing solutions for service level improvements, and ensuring timely remediation of security issues in accordance with corporate policies and standards Execute daily security technology administration functions Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) on applicable technology Validate quality of dashboards and alerts and suggest updates to reflect new threats and changes in the monitored environment Support the Security Operations team in its efforts on various technology projects and operational initiatives Work as a part of a team to ensure that Guardian customers' data, technology platforms, and infrastructure are available and safeguarded from cyber threats Follow ITIL practices regarding incident, problem, and change management Stay up to date with emerging cyber threats, industry best practices, and applicable regulatory requirements Required Qualifications Being curious and desire to analyze anomalies Desire and passion to learn and grow in Cybersecurity Customer-focused demeanor Minimum 4-6 years of proven experience in building and operating security controls in at least two of the following domains: o Network/Perimeter Security, including Next-Gen firewalls, intrusion prevention systems, proxies, and Web Application firewalls (WAFs) o Enterprise Endpoint (host-based) Security o DLP and Secure Data Transmission, Storage, and Access o Identity and Access Management / User Behavior Analytics Understanding of security architecture, operating and troubleshooting principles of Microsoft Windows and Linux operating systems SIEM management: Senior SOC Engineers must have extensive experience in managing SIEM systems, including configuring, tuning, and optimizing them for maximum efficiency. Endpoint security: They must have a deep understanding of endpoint security solutions, including antivirus, anti-malware, and intrusion prevention systems. Security incident handling: Senior SOC Engineers must have experience in handling security incidents, including identifying the source of the threat, containing it, and preventing further damage. Data Loss Prevention (DLP): They must have experience in implementing and managing DLP solutions to prevent data breaches. Threat intelligence: They must stay up-to-date with the latest security threats and trends, and use this information to improve the organization's security posture. Team management: Senior SOC Engineers must lead and manage the security operations center team, including hiring, training, and mentoring team members. Documentation: They must ensure that all security events, incidents, and responses are properly documented for future reference and analysis. Collaboration: Senior SOC Engineers must work closely with other IT teams, including network engineers, system administrators, and application developers, to ensure that all systems are secure. Continuous improvement: They must continuously evaluate and improve the organization's security posture by implementing new technologies, processes, and procedures. Requirements for a Senior SOC Engineer typically include a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, along with relevant certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH). Strong leadership skills, analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work well under pressure are also essential. Ability to effectively work in a team, as well as to be an independent contributor on select projects Preferred Qualifications Recognized Security Industry and Public Cloud IaaS certifications Familiarity with security industry standards and best practices (NIST 800-53, ISO27001, NIST CSF, HITRUST, NYDFS-Cybersecurity, HIPAA, FedRAMP, OWASP, etc.) Familiarity with ITIL; experience with incident, problem, change, and risk management Location: This position can be based in any of the following locations: Gurgaon Current Guardian Colleagues: Please apply through the internal Jobs Hub in Workday

Job Description: Position Summary: We are seeking a seasoned professional to lead our centralized Organizational Reporting and Business Insights function. Successful candidate will work closely with Business leaders in conceptualizing performance metrics, developing their definitions and consequently, updating and maintaining the data dictionary and wireframes to ensure a centralized source of truth for performance management at Guardian India. They will design data flows/structures and liaise with Technology teams to ensure development and timely refresh of the dashboards. They will be required to build leadership reports, provide business insights, and provide inputs to organizational and functional presentations and reports. Key Responsibilities: Business insights and analysis: Analyze data to identify trends, opportunities, and risks. Develop and present insights to stakeholders, informing business strategies. Have a keen understanding of the BFSI, insurance and GCC sectors Performance management: Deep understanding of typical performance measurement & reporting frameworks, KPIs Ability to conceptualize key performance indicators / metrics to track and monitor business performance for ex. Utilization to measure worker productivity Understanding of Data Development & Modeling: Deep understanding of data warehousing, data engineering, reporting and analytics. Knowledge of data processes, best practices and project management Ability to develop data flows, architecture and calculation models. Ensure data quality, security, and compliance with organizational standards. Data & Metadata Management: Maintain and update the organization's central data dictionary, ensuring Point-in-time source of truth for metric definitions, calculations, source, data owner Consistency and integrity of data (source of truth) Collaborate with stakeholders to identify data requirements and develop data governance policies. Data Visualization and Reporting: Design and develop wireframes, data visualizations, dashboards, and reports to support business decision-making. Provide inputs to organizational and functional presentations, reports, and publications. Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Finance, Operations, and IT. Provide training and support to users on reporting tools and data visualization. Requirements: Bachelor's/ master’s in computer science, Information Technology, or related field Experience of working in the BFSI industry, preferably insurance sector 15-18 years of experience in data management, business intelligence, or analytics. Proven experience in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI). Strong understanding of data warehousing concepts. Data management and governance. Data visualization and reporting. Data warehousing and ETL. SQL, data modeling, and database design. Analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Certification in data management, business intelligence, or analytics (e.g., CDMP, CBIP). Experience with cloud-based data platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure). Knowledge of machine learning and AI concepts. Location: This position can be based in any of the following locations: Gurgaon Current Guardian Colleagues: Please apply through the internal Jobs Hub in Workday

Job Description: Ability to work evening/night shifts. Shows flexibility to adapt to the changing needs of the business Occasional extended work hours/weekends to meet deadlines Participation in training sessions, presentations and meetings Willing to travel through company provided coaches or cabs Alignment to Gurgaon or Noida basis business requirement. Excellent Team player and people management Strong SLA management skill High Analytical skills Location: This position can be based in any of the following locations: Chennai Current Guardian Colleagues: Please apply through the internal Jobs Hub in Workday

Job Description: Group Benefits API Team is responsible for APIs and Integrations supporting Web Applications enabling Guardian’s Group Business. We support our end-to-end Business with APIs for Quote, Policy, Customer, Eligibility and Claims. Group Business intake channels such as Customer-facing portal applications, call center applications, IVR and chatbots are all powered by our APIs and provide unified customer experience. Our team is growing, and we are looking for versatile people skilled in Java based technologies, who are driven, who want to make a difference and code with purpose. We are passionate about the Customer. We do the right thing, believe people count and go above and beyond for the people we serve. You are: An experienced backend Senior Lead Engineer who has experience leading high-performance teams with a track record of delivering quality software with speed to market Highly skilled engineer with strong foundation of Computer Science and Software Development Life cycle concepts An individual who is collaborative and can work across the firm with Enterprise Architects, Business Product Owners, Platform, Security and Production support to enable delivery of a cohesive customer centric product You will: Lead an agile team as part of an Agile Release Train Build well-designed, well-engineered, robust, scalable software integration solutions that are Production ready Engineer application integrations using messaging solutions, events, and REST APIs Work closely with the Business Teams and Solution Architecture to ensure alignment with the Product Roadmap and design blueprint Mentor and coach developers and analysts, assign tasks, follow industry standard processes, and perform code reviews Triage end to end system integration issues across various middleware systems and infrastructure You have: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field 12+ years of Experience as J2EE Software Engineer Understanding of Agile and SAFE Methodologies Industry experience with implementing Rest APIs, Data Driven Design, Microservices Architecture, Enterprise Integration Patterns and Event Driven Architecture Experience designing user friendly APIs using Open API Swagger Specifications Experience integrating with messaging platforms such as ActiveMQ, IBM MQ Experience with Docker containers and AWS Cloud services S3, Lambda, SQS/SNS, Redis Cache, Open search. Experience using SQL and NoSQL Databases Apache Camel, Tibco Business Works, MuleSoft or similar EAI framework Experience with Rules engines such as OpenL, Drools or Blaze Experience with version control and CI/CD automation tools such as Git, Bitbucket, Jenkins and Maven Experience with API Security frameworks, token management and user access control including OAuth 2.0, JWT Experience with logging and monitoring tools such as Splunk, AppDynamics, Zenoss Location: This position can be based in any of the following locations: Gurgaon Current Guardian Colleagues: Please apply through the internal Jobs Hub in Workday

Job Description: Ability to work evening/night shifts. Shows flexibility to adapt to the changing needs of the business Occasional extended work hours/weekends to meet deadlines Participation in training sessions, presentations and meetings Willing to travel through company provided coaches or cabs Alignment to Gurgaon or Noida basis business requirement. Excellent Team player and people management Strong SLA management skill High Analytical skills Location: This position can be based in any of the following locations: Gurgaon Current Guardian Colleagues: Please apply through the internal Jobs Hub in Workday

Job Description: Ability to work evening/night shifts. Shows flexibility to adapt to the changing needs of the business Occasional extended work hours/weekends to meet deadlines Participation in training sessions, presentations and meetings Willing to travel through company provided coaches or cabs Alignment to Gurgaon or Noida basis business requirement. Excellent Team player and people management Strong SLA management skill High Analytical skills Location: This position can be based in any of the following locations: Gurgaon Current Guardian Colleagues: Please apply through the internal Jobs Hub in Workday

Job Description: Lead Frontend Developer (React.js / Next.js) Experience Required: 5-8 Years Location: [Hybrid / Onsite] Type: Full-Time Role Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Frontend Developer with a strong command over React.js and at least 3-4 years of hands-on experience with Next.js. The ideal candidate should have a deep understanding of JavaScript, DOM manipulation, Redux, Webpack, and REST APIs using both fetch and axios. Experience in HTML/CSS, DevOps practices, and frontend performance optimization is a must. He should be able to work independently with minimal technical guidance.. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain scalable and performant web applications using React.js and Next.js Build and manage reusable components CDD and front-end libraries Handle server-side rendering (SSR), static site generation (SSG), and API routes using Next.js Integrate REST APIs using fetch and axios Manage application state using Redux (Redux Toolkit preferred) Handle DOM manipulation when necessary for dynamic UI behaviors Configure and optimize build systems using Webpack Ensure responsive design and cross-browser compatibility with HTML/CSS Collaborate with backend teams to define and integrate APIs Work closely with DevOps teams or handle basic DevOps tasks like: CI/CD pipeline configurations Deployment automation Monitoring and debugging production issues Conduct code reviews, mentor junior developers, and enforce best practices Stay up-to-date with latest trends and tools in frontend and DevOps ecosystems Excellent understanding of Node.js development and debugging tools Required Skills & Experience: 5–10 years of frontend development experience Minimum 3-4 years of hands-on experience with Next.js Strong proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+) Deep understanding of React.js fundamentals, hooks, lifecycle methods Experience with DOM manipulation and browser APIs Proficiency in Redux, Webpack, and Babel Skilled in writing semantic, responsive HTML5 and CSS3/SCSS Experience integrating REST APIs using fetch and axios Basic understanding or experience with DevOps tools and practices Familiarity with Git, CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and Cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure) is a plus Nice to Have: TypeScript experience Testing libraries (Jest, React Testing Library, Cypress) Familiarity with GraphQL Experience with micro-frontends or module federation Experience with Vercel or Next.js deployment strategies Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving and debugging skills Excellent communication and teamwork abilities Self-driven with a strong sense of ownership Comfortable in agile and fast-paced environments Location: This position can be based in any of the following locations: Gurgaon Current Guardian Colleagues: Please apply through the internal Jobs Hub in Workday

Job Description: Lead Engineer IT C# / .NET & React Developer – Full Stack Experience Required: 5-8 Years Location: [Hybrid / Onsite] Type: Full-Time Role Summary: We are seeking an accomplished Senior C# / .NET Core & React Full Stack Developer with strong expertise in microservices architecture, distributed systems, and modern front-end frameworks React. This role focused on building scalable, high-performance backend & frontend systems and enabling a cross-functional team to deliver robust full-stack solutions. The ideal candidate is highly skilled in C# language features, .NET Core runtime capabilities, and containerized microservices, with strong experience in cloud-native development, DevOps, and code quality enforcement along with the frontend development in React & NextJS . He should be able to work independently with minimal technical guidance.. Key Responsibilities Backend Development – C# & .NET Core Architect and develop headless, service-oriented applications using C# and .NET Core . Design distributed microservices , Background Services, and Worker Services. Expertise on backend services with async programming & Memory management Build domain-centric business logic with Clean Architecture. Use SOLID principles, Design pattern and Command patterns for loosely coupled code. Preferred to have experience with event-driven workflows using message queues like (RabbitMQ, Azure Service Bus, Kafka). Create reusable SDK, Libraries for internal services consumption. Experience resolving code smells, vulnerabilities, and application security flaws. Data & Persistence Layer Use Entity Framework Core and/or Dapper to implement efficient, secure data access strategies. Work with SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or NoSQL solutions like MongoDB or Redis. Testing & Observability Write unit test cases for better test coverage . Working experience with Splunk (logging), AppDynamics, JSON/XML, Caching, Performance Analysis & Profiling, Cloud, DevOps, and CI/CD Containerize services using Docker and deploy to Kubernetes or Azure Container Apps. Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines with Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or GitLab. Experience with source code repositories tools, Bitbucket, GitHub. Front-End Experience with React Hands-on knowledge and experience with developing web applications with a strong focus on ReactJS Understanding of NextJS ,Node.js development and debugging tools Experience with CDD based UI development. Knowledge of JavaScript, CSS, HTML, and jQuery Experience consuming REST APIs using Fetch, Axios, etc. and asynchronous data handling Integrate with backend APIs using token-based auth (JWT/OAuth2). Implement state management via NgRx, Redux, or Context API. Experience with both CSR & SSR Experience with maintaining web vitals . Required Skills & Experience 5-8 years of software development experience, with at least 2-3+ years focused on microservices in C# and .NET Core. Understanding of C# language internals, memory management, async/await, parallelism, and diagnostics. Experience building microservices and APIs. Hands-on with Docker, Kubernetes, cloud-native development (Azure, AWS). Experience on unit testing and observability tools. Preferred Qualifications Experience in event-driven architectures, distributed transactions. Familiarity with gRPC and API versioning strategies. Experience working in regulated or high-security industries (e.g., finance, healthcare). Location: This position can be based in any of the following locations: Gurgaon Current Guardian Colleagues: Please apply through the internal Jobs Hub in Workday

Job Description: Tech Lead C# / .NET & React Developer – Full Stack Experience Required: 8-10 Years Location: [Hybrid / Onsite] Type: Full-Time Role Summary: We are seeking an accomplished Lead C# / .NET Core & React Full Stack Developer with strong expertise in microservices architecture, distributed systems, and modern front-end frameworks React. This role focused on building scalable, high-performance backend & frontend systems and enabling a cross-functional team to deliver robust full-stack solutions. The ideal candidate is highly skilled in C# language features, .NET Core runtime capabilities, and containerized microservices, with strong experience in cloud-native development, DevOps, and code quality enforcement along with the frontend development in React & NextJS . He should Own production stability, support escalated issues, and guide root cause analysis and resolution. Key Responsibilities Backend Development – C# & .NET Core Architect and develop headless, service-oriented applications using C# and .NET Core . Design distributed microservices , Background Services, and Worker Services. Expertise on backend services with async programming & Memory management Build domain-centric business logic with Clean Architecture. Use SOLID principles, Design pattern and Command patterns for loosely coupled code. Preferred to have experience with event-driven workflows using message queues like (RabbitMQ, Azure Service Bus, Kafka). Create reusable SDK, Libraries for internal services consumption. Experience resolving code smells, vulnerabilities, and application security flaws. Data & Persistence Layer Use Entity Framework Core and/or Dapper to implement efficient, secure data access strategies. Work with SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or NoSQL solutions like MongoDB or Redis. Optimize database performance with indexing, query tuning, and connection pooling. Testing & Observability Write unit test cases for better test coverage . Working experience with Splunk (logging), AppDynamics, JSON/XML, Caching, Performance Analysis & Profiling, Cloud, DevOps, and CI/CD Containerize services using Docker and deploy to Kubernetes or Azure Container Apps. Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines with Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or GitLab. Good to have experience on IaC tools (Terraform, Bicep, ARM) to provision infrastructure. Experience with source code repositories tools, Bitbucket, GitHub. Front-End Experience with React Hands-on knowledge and experience with developing enterprise-level web applications with a strong focus on ReactJS Understanding of NextJS ,Node.js development and debugging tools Experience with CDD based UI development. Knowledge of JavaScript, CSS, HTML, and jQuery Experience consuming REST APIs using Fetch, Axios, etc. and asynchronous data handling Integrate with backend APIs using token-based auth (JWT/OAuth2). Implement state management via NgRx, Redux, or Context API. Experience with both CSR & SSR Experience with maintaining web vitals . Leadership & Managerial Responsibilities Lead technical design discussions, define service boundaries, and maintain architecture documentation. Review code for quality, performance, and maintainability; enforce best practices across teams. Mentor team members on C#/.NET Core, system design, and debugging complex distributed systems. Participate in sprint planning, backlog grooming, and agile ceremonies. Collaborate with product managers, QA, DevOps, and stakeholders to ensure timely and high-quality delivery. Required Skills & Experience 5-10 years of software development experience, with at least 3-4+ years focused on microservices in C# and .NET Core. Deep understanding of C# language internals, memory management, async/await, parallelism, and diagnostics. Experience building microservices and APIs. Hands-on with Docker, Kubernetes, cloud-native development (Azure, AWS). Expertise in unit testing, mocking frameworks, and observability tools. Preferred Qualifications Experience in event-driven architectures, distributed transactions. Familiarity with gRPC and API versioning strategies. Experience working in regulated or high-security industries (e.g., finance, healthcare). Location: This position can be based in any of the following locations: Gurgaon Current Guardian Colleagues: Please apply through the internal Jobs Hub in Workday

Job Description: Responsibilities: Developing scalable and robust web applications using Java and React.js /Next.js frameworks. Implementing back-end functionalities using Java, Spring boot Framework, and other related technologies. Developing front-end user interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, ensuring responsive design and cross-browser compatibility. Strong knowledge of microservices architecture, design patterns, and principles. Writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code, and conducting thorough code reviews. Creating and consuming RESTful APIs / SOAP and integrating them into the application architecture. Collaborating with the Quality Assurance team to conduct thorough testing and ensure the delivery of high-quality software. Troubleshooting and debugging application issues, and providing timely resolutions. Requirements: 5+ years strong experience in Full Stack development with expertise in Java and React. Proficiency in Java programming language, Spring Framework, and related technologies. Experience in developing front-end applications using React.js . Solid understanding of web technologies including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and responsive design principles. Experience with RESTful APIs and integration of front-end applications with back-end services. Familiarity with databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Oracle, and proficiency in writing SQL queries. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and tools. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is preferred. Location: This position can be based in any of the following locations: Gurgaon Current Guardian Colleagues: Please apply through the internal Jobs Hub in Workday

Job Description: Security, Risk and Technology Strong knowledge of financial services and insurance industry regulations around security and privacy including the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, State Privacy Laws, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Fair Credit Reporting Act, SEC Rules 17a-3 and 17a-4, and state security breach disclosure notification laws. Ability to relate these regulations back to security controls. Understanding and application of information security standards and best practices including NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001-4, CoBIT, Cloud Security Alliance, etc. Ability to identify risks, quantify them, and help recommend and design mitigations. Broad knowledge of Unix, Linux, Windows and mainframe server environments. Knowledge of various database platforms. Strong knowledge of best practice processes and technologies across security domains especially related to identity and access management, network security, logging and monitoring. Knowledge of at least one cloud services platform (Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud or Oracle Cloud) Education / Experience: Security, compliance, audit or risk covering a wide area of technologies and security domains including those previously mentioned. Financial industry or highly regulated industry background (Insurance, Banking, etc.) Project work experience with a recognized security, audit, or risk consulting firm a plus CISSP, CISA, CISM or other security/control certifications a plus. Bachelor’s degree or higher – preferably in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related scientific fields Communication Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to develop and QA/oversee development of high quality project artifacts Ability to collaborate, influence and communicate successfully in different ways concisely to different audiences (i.e., in business terms to business people, in technical terms to technical people) Able to develop and present dashboards Engagement Proven ability to engage with customers (IT and Business) and consultants in a highly professional and competent manner. Understanding and experience with project life cycles using proven methodologies – from analysis through implementation with hands-on deliverable development. Ability to work in a matrix reporting environment A practiced ability to influence peers, customers and project teams to make security minded decisions and changes Ability to scope projects, developing project charters, requirements, documenting issues and work plans, vendor selection, product/process design and implementation, change management/communication a plus. Location: This position can be based in any of the following locations: Chennai, Gurgaon Current Guardian Colleagues: Please apply through the internal Jobs Hub in Workday

Job Description: Position Objective: To lead and manage Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets Management processes to ensure accuracy, compliance, and operational excellence. The role is responsible for driving accurate and timely vendor payments, fixed asset management, month-end closing etc. This role will also focus on strengthening internal controls, enhancing process efficiency, supporting audits, and driving automation and governance across finance operations. Key Responsibilities: Responsible for end-to-end Accounts Payable function and Fixed asset management. Ensure accurate & timely processing of vendor payments, including vendor onboarding, vendor master data maintenance etc. Ensure compliances to regulatory & statutory requirements w.r.t vendor payments such as MSME, tax compliances including GST etc., Prepare and publish periodic reports related to Accounts Payable activities. Responsible for end-to-end fixed asset accounting including capitalization, depreciation, write-offs, asset transfers and lead Physical verification of assets. Responsible for timely closure of financials on month end / Year end Enhance reporting engine for Finance function. Ensure timely submission of management report, compliance reports, and statutory filings Perform expense analytics Process optimization Competencies/Skills Knowledge of Indian Accounting standards. Good understanding of Withholding taxes, Goods & Services Tax (GST) and other statutory compliance requirements, Hands-on experience on ERP systems, preferably Oracle. Good communication and leadership skills. Ability to work with cross-functional teams People management skills Facilitate training sessions and knowledge-sharing initiatives to upskill team members and support their professional development Act as a team leader and coach, provide regular guidance, mentoring, and support to build technical capabilities Promote and implement industry’s best practices. Experience: 14+ years of relevant work experience Educational Qualification: MBA/CA Location: This position can be based in any of the following locations: Gurgaon Current Guardian Colleagues: Please apply through the internal Jobs Hub in Workday