Vice President of Digital Transformation

About the Client:

Our client is one of India’s leading diversified business groups with a strong presence in core sectors such as steel, energy, infrastructure, cement, and more. Known for its innovation, operational scale, and commitment to sustainable growth, the company has a significant domestic and international footprint. It is a professionally managed, high-growth organization that offers opportunities to work on large-scale projects and industry-defining initiatives.

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Role Overview:

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced professional to lead the transformation of finance shared services. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing and executing process improvements, automation initiatives, and governance models that align with business goals. This role requires strong leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and a future-focused mindset to drive operational excellence across finance functions.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead end-to-end finance shared services transformation, including P2P, O2C, R2R processes.

- Identify and drive process standardization, centralization, and automation across business units.

- Implement digital solutions (RPA, ERP upgrades, analytics dashboards) for improved accuracy and efficiency.

- Collaborate with CXOs and business leaders to align finance operations with strategic priorities.

- Design and monitor SLAs, KPIs, and internal controls to ensure service excellence.

- Manage and upskill a cross-functional team within the shared services center.

- Drive change management and stakeholder communication throughout transformation initiatives.

Required Skills & Experience:

- 15+ years of experience in finance operations or transformation, preferably in manufacturing or large corporates.

- Strong knowledge of finance processes, shared services models, and ERP systems (SAP preferred).

- Proven ability to lead large-scale transformation or digital finance projects.

- Excellent analytical, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

- MBA in Finance or a qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) is mandatory.