Manager- Core Projects

Believe; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility hours

Foosball & table tennis

Music subscription

Wellbeing support

Transparency on side activities

CSR program involvement

Job summary

Believe is looking for a Core Projects Team Member in Mumbai to lead finance transformation and process optimization across transactional activities. You will coordinate with Finance, IT, Operations and regional teams to drive standardization and automation while ensuring data integrity and compliance.

Strong PM and Six Sigma/PMP background are desired, with hands-on experience in P2P, O2C, R2R and FP&A. Reporting to the Head of Core Projects Finance, the role emphasizes stakeholder engagement,

Qualifications

• CA / MBA in Finance or equivalent post-graduate qualification.
• 6–8 years in project or program management within Finance transformation.
• Knowledge of P2P, O2C, R2R and FP&A processes and related systems.
• Experience with process automation and standardization.
• Familiarity with Agile, PMP or PRINCE2; strong change management.
• Fluent English with excellent communication and stakeholder skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead finance transformation initiatives covering P2P, O2C, R2R and FP&A.
• Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders across regions and units.
• Define scope, objectives and success metrics for programs.
• Ensure data quality, process integrity and compliance during projects.
• Drive adoption through training and change management activities.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Finance process optimization

Process standardization

Automation capabilities

English fluency

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Change management

Education

CA / MBA in Finance / Masters in Finance

Tools

Alteryx

N8N

AI tools

Job description

As part of the Group Finance Transformation department, the Core Projects Team Member will lead Finance process improvement and transformation initiatives, with a strong focus on process optimization, standardization and automation across transactional Finance activities.

The role involves coordinating cross-functional initiatives across Finance, IT, Operations and other departments, while collaborating with stakeholders across regions and Business Units.

The incumbent will report to the Head of Core Projects Finance based in India.

1. Strategic Finance Process & Transformation Delivery: process optimization & automation expertise

Lead Finance transformation and process improvement initiatives with a focus on end-to-end transactional processes optimization (P2P, O2C, R2R), process standardization and operational efficiency.

Drive Finance projects and continuous improvement initiatives in alignment with Finance priorities, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.

Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders across regions and Business Units to support process improvements and change management.

Identify process inefficiencies, risks and automation opportunities, and contribute to scalable improvement initiatives.

Support the implementation and enhancement of Finance systems and workflows (e.g. procurement).

Ensure data quality, process integrity and compliance throughout transformation and optimization initiatives.

Define project scope, objectives and success metrics in collaboration with Finance stakeholders

2. Governance & Risk Management:

Ensure implementation and maintenance of governance frameworks and reporting standards.

Monitor project performance, manage dependencies, and elevate risks or delays when needed.

3. Stakeholder Engagement & Change Leadership:

Act as a key point of contact for project sponsors and executive stakeholders.

Drive alignment across business functions and geographies.

Participate with other Finance transformation initiative through internal communication and stakeholder engagement across projects.

Ensure effective change management practices are embedded into all core projects.

Collaborate with the Change Management team to support training, communication, and user adoption activities.

Champion a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

Must have:

Experience: 6 – 8 years in project or program management, ideally within a Finance Transformation or Consulting environment (Big 4).

Strong understanding of Finance processes (P2P, O2C, R2R and FP&A) and finance systems (e.g. accounting, budgeting)

Six sigma certification & PMP certification is a plus

Strong experience in Finance process optimization, standardization and automation, with the ability to identify inefficiencies and drive scalable operational improvements.

Knowledge of process automation tools and AI-enabled solutions (e.g. Alteryx, N8N, AI tools) to support operational efficiency and process optimization.

Strong experience in Finance process optimization, automation and standardization, with the ability to identify inefficiencies and implement scalable improvements across transactional processes.

Proven experience driving process improvement and automation initiatives in complex Finance environments.

Familiarity with project management methodologies and tools (Agile, PMP, PRINCE2) is a plus.

People Skill: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple stakeholders across international and matrixed operational structures.

Mindset: Strategic thinker with strong operational execution; thrives in dynamic, fast-paced settings.

Communication: Strong interpersonal and influencing skills;

Fluency in English

Qualifications

CA / MBA in Finance / Masters degree (post graduate) in Finance

Additional Information

Benefits @Believe:

#Flexibility – Just punch in leaves, not in time and out time

#Office perks – a game of foosball, table tennis to bat the afternoon lacklustre, free event pass for exclusive and limited shows, music subscription, etc

#Wellbeing – Caring by EUTELMED, professionals are at your disposal for advice and support, in your own language and culture

#Transperancy – engaged in secondary activity just disclose it to us

#Sustainability – You can be a part of CSR program, represent yourself as a #shaper and contribute to a better future.

Disclaimer

Believe strongly promotes equal treatment regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, age, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, physical abilities, religious beliefs, political beliefs, or other ideologies.