Associate_Centre of Excellence

Befree; India; On-site; INR 1,400,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Befree is seeking an AI Implementation & Digital Transformation lead to drive cross-functional AI initiatives across the organization. This role combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution to identify opportunities, translate them into actionable programs, and deliver measurable impact.

The position emphasizes collaboration with multiple departments and requires strong program management skills, with a focus on delivering value through data-driven transformation.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in Digital Transformation, Program Management, Analytics, Consulting, or similar roles.
• Strong project management and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Working understanding of AI and data analytics concepts.
• Ability to break down ambiguous problems into structured execution plans.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• Comfortable working across functions and managing multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Engage with cross-functional teams to understand processes and identify improvement opportunities.
• Translate business challenges into structured AI/data-driven initiatives.
• Support feasibility analysis and structured execution planning.
• Drive implementation of transformation initiatives with clear timelines and stakeholder alignment.
• Track progress, risks, and outcomes with structured reporting.
• Ensure initiatives are aligned with business priorities and deliver measurable impact.
• Represent the function in cross-department meetings when required.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder coordination

AI concepts

Data analytics

Structured execution

Documentation

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Prioritization

Job description

Gandhinagar, India | Posted on 06/29/2026

• Department Name COE - Centre of excellence
• Date Opened 06/29/2026
• Job Type Full time
• Functional Role Automation
• Country India

About Us

Founded in 2006, Befree is a global accounting and finance outsourcing partner powering more than 3000 accounting firms, financial advisers, mortgage brokers, and business owners across the UK, US, Australia, and the UAE. Over more than 20 years, Befree has grown to 1,500+ professionals, anchored by 9 delivery centres in India and supported by teams in the UK, US, and Australia.

Befree's services span bookkeeping, accounting, payroll, tax preparation, audit support, paraplanning, mortgage processing, and virtual administrative support, delivered by dedicated teams that work as an extension of each client's business. Backed by ISO 27001 information security certification, ACCA Approved Employer (Gold) status, and Xero Platinum Partner accreditation, Befree combines process rigour with automation technology to help clients free up time, reduce operating costs, and focus on growing their own business.

Job Description

Role: AI Implementation & Digital Transformation

We are seeking a high-ownership professional to drive AI implementation and digital transformation initiatives across the organization.

This role requires a strong blend of structured thinking, execution capability, and business understanding. You will work with multiple departments to identify improvement opportunities, convert them into actionable initiatives, and drive implementation with clear visibility and measurable impact.

This is not a purely technical role. It is a strategic execution role requiring independent thinking and problem-solving ability.

Job Responsibilities:

• Engage with cross-functional teams to understand processes and identify improvement opportunities
  
• Translate business challenges into structured AI/data-driven initiatives
  
• Support feasibility analysis and structured execution planning
  
• Drive implementation of transformation initiatives with clear timelines and stakeholder alignment
  
• Track progress, risks, and outcomes with structured reporting
  
• Ensure initiatives are aligned with business priorities and deliver measurable impact
  
• Represent the function in cross-department meetings when required
  

Qualification & Work Experience:

• 2-4 years of experience in Digital Transformation, Program Management, Analytics, Consulting, or similar roles
  
• Strong project management and stakeholder coordination skills
  
• Working understanding of AI and data analytics concepts
  
• Ability to break down ambiguous problems into structured execution plans
  
• Strong documentation and communication skills
  
• Comfortable working across functions and managing multiple priorities
  

Technical Skills:

• High ownership mindset
  
• Structured and analytical thinker
  
• Brings solutions, not just problems
  
• Comfortable challenging ideas constructively
  
• Detail-oriented and disciplined in execution
  
• Ability to work in evolving and dynamic environments