4866088-Senior Manager

EXL Talent Acquisition Team; Ernakulam; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 6,500,000; Full time

Job summary

EXL Talent Acquisition Team is seeking a Senior Manager – Transformation & AI to drive strategic digital transformation initiatives within finance. The role requires translating AI-enabled innovations into actionable business strategies and leading end-to-end transformation projects across multiple finance domains.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify automation opportunities, advance AI-powered efficiency, and implement change management to ensure adoption and measurable

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or CA with 10–15 years deep operational experience.
• Proven leadership of transformation projects, digital innovation, and AI implementation.
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems, AI technologies, data analytics, and automation frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end transformation initiatives across multiple finance domains.
• Identify inefficient processes and recommend AI-driven solutions to enhance controls and efficiency.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure seamless change management and adoption.
• Drive KPIs to measure impact and foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Skills

ERP systems

AI technologies

data analytics

automation frameworks

leadership

stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, CA

Job description

Brief Job Description:

The Senior Manager – Transformation & AI will drive strategic initiatives focused on digital transformation, process optimization, and AI-driven innovation for the projects. This role requires a visionary leader with a deep understanding of different finance domains, emerging technologies and AI enabled solutions and the ability to translate them into actionable business strategies. Lead end-to-end transformation initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals. Develop AI strategies to enhance operational efficiencies and customer experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify automation and optimization opportunities. Lead transformation initiatives across multiple finance domains Identify inefficient processes and recommend AI-driven solutions to enhance operational controls and efficiency Stay updated on industry trends, emerging AI technologies, and best practices. Manage stakeholder expectations, ensuring seamless change management and adoption. Establish KPIs to measure the impact and success of transformation initiatives. Drive a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Required Qualification and skills:

Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, CA 10-15 years deep operational experience Proven experience in leading transformation projects, digital innovation, and AI implementation. Strong knowledge of ERP systems, AI technologies, data analytics, and automation frameworks. Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to think strategically and execute effectively in a fast-paced environment. Familiarity with change management methodologies and agile practices.

Preferred Qualification:

Certifications in AI, Data Science, Six Sigma, or Project Management. Experience in driving AI powered digital transformation in financial operation. Knowledge of cloud computing, machine learning, and AI-driven process automation.