IND Finance Lead - II

Alight Solutions; Gurugram District; Hybrid; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Alight Solutions is seeking a Finance Lead II to own contract management, forecasting and monthly close processes. You will interpret complex contract terms, build data tools and ensure alignment with signed agreements while maintaining tight controls.

You will develop operating plans, run monthly forecasts for revenue and margins, and deliver detailed P&L reporting for senior leadership. This role requires deep financial analysis, strong communication, and autonomous work style.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of finance experience in a financial analyst role.
• Experience in Project accounting and Corporate FP&A analysis.
• Strong business acumen to apply financial data to business decisions.
• Proficiency in financial analysis and financial models.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.
• Basic understanding of GAAP and SOX compliance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with Workday and Adaptive Insight is a plus.
• Ability to consult with senior managers and clients on financial issues.

Responsibilities

• Interpret complex contract terms and enter data into financial tools.
• Create forecast tools and tie model information to signed contracts.
• Develop monthly baseline operating plans and annual forecasts.
• Manage month-end close activities: revenue validation, variance analysis, accruals, top-side entries.
• Produce detailed P&L reports for leadership review and ad hoc analyses.

Skills

Financial analysis

Financial modeling

Independent worker

Critical thinking

Communication skills

GAAP & SOX knowledge

Consulting with leadership

Data governance

Tools

Workday

Adaptive Insight

Power BI

Power Query

Job description

Our Story

At Alight, we believe a company’s success starts with its people. Alight embraces values that come directly from our people – purposeful, human, united and growth-minded – reflecting our inclusive culture and promise that our clients expect. We are passionate about connecting purpose with impact. Alight empowers clients to build a healthier and more financially secure workforce by unifying the benefits ecosystem across health, wealth, wellbeing, navigation, and absence management.

Our Benefits

With a comprehensive total rewards package, Alight offers programs and plans that support your mind, body, wallet, and life. Benefits include health, starting Day One. Additionally, Alight colleagues enjoy wellbeing programs, retirement plans, and career growth opportunities – all within a thriving global organization.

Great Place to Work

Thanks to the work of every colleague, Alight has received multiple awards of recognition including “Great Place to Work” for the past 7 years and Fortune’s “Best Companies to Work For.” To learn more about our company culture and awards Click Here.

We invite you to join our team! Learn more at careers.alight.com.

IND Finance Lead II:

Contract Management

• Must be able to interpret complex contract terms
• Able to unpack deal model and enter deal model data into financial tools and tie deal model info back to signed contracts
• Create calc tools/forecast files based on client contracts
• Maintain SLA Calculations
• Aid in contract renewal discussions

Forecasting and Annual Budgeting

• Responsible for developing & implementing monthly baseline operating plan at the beginning of each year (Detailed Bottoms-up Plan))
• Responsible for executing forecasting process on a monthly basis for revenue and estimated Variable Margins.
• Manage forecasts for Contract Terms (not just individual fiscal years) and meet all quarterly forecast and annual Plan deadlines.

Month End Process

• Manage month end close, working closely with revenue assurance group as needed, tasks include but not limited to:
  • Validate Revenue is submitted accurately
  • Variance Analysis
  • Expense Accruals
  • Topside Entries
  • Project forecast updates for R&Os

Reporting

• Able to use Workday & Adaptive Insight to create and maintain P&L reports for Client/BU Lead review
• Ad hoc P&L reporting as needed
• Present financial data to the Business
• Able to provide detailed, concise analysis on client P&Ls, reporting, and pricing to guide client teams and Client execs on driving improved margins.
• Analyst in this position is highly independent and requires only minimal supervision.

Technical Skills

• Demonstrated experience automating complex financial reports, dashboards, and planning processes.
• Experience of working on tools like Power BI, Power Query, dashboard development, and report automation will be added advantage.
• Proven ability to convert manual Excel-based processes into scalable, automated reporting solutions.
• Strong understanding of data structures, data governance, and reporting best practices.

Requirements

• 12+ years of finance experience working in a financial analyst role
• Experience in Project accounting, Corporate FP&A analysis
• Strong business acumen, e.g. ability to interpret, evaluate and apply financial data/information to business decisions
• Proficiency in financial analysis and financial models
• Must be able to work independently
• Must demonstrate good critical thinking and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Must have a basic understanding of GAAP and SOX compliance
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to consult effectively with senior level managers and clients on various financial issues, while
• Experience with financial systems. Workday and Adaptive Insight a big plus
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written; able to clearly articulate thoughts, issues, concerns, risks, opportunities, other

We offer you a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.

Application and Interview

By applying for a position with Alight, you understand that, should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Alight’s employment policies. Background checks may include some or all the following based on the nature of the position: Government ID validation, education verification, employment verification, and criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, credit check, and/or drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position.

Alight requires all virtual interviews to be conducted on video. Please be aware that Alight is a camera‑on culture and may require occasional travel to one of our physical office locations.

Our commitment to Inclusion

We celebrate differences and believe in fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We know that diverse teams are stronger, more innovative, and more successful.

At Alight, we welcome and embrace all individuals, regardless of their background, and are dedicated to creating a culture that enables every employee to thrive. Join us in building a brighter, more inclusive future.

Equal Opportunity Policy Statement

Alight is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against anyone based on sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics or conduct covered by federal, state, or local law. In addition, we take affirmative action to employ disabled persons, disabled veterans, and other covered veterans.

Alight provides reasonable accommodation to the known limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants for employment with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs, practices and observances, unless doing so would result in undue hardship. Applicants for employment may request reasonable accommodations/modifications by contacting their recruiter.

Authorization to work in the Employing Country

Applicants for employment in the country in which they are applying (Employing Country) must have work authorization that does not, now or in the future, require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the Employing Country and with Alight.

Note, this job description does not restrict management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.