Sr Manager - Process Transformation

Cubic Corporation; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Cubic Corporation in Hyderabad, India, invites an experienced Finance Operations Process Leader to establish baseline processes, drive efficiency, and lead Lean-driven continuous improvement across Finance Operations. You will implement modern finance practices with automation, data modeling, and integrated planning to reduce waste and errors.

You will manage cross-functional teams through full project lifecycles, define KPIs, and lead end-to-end P2P transformations to strengthen controls and

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in Accounting or Finance with 7–10 years of progressive finance experience.
• MBA and CPA certification are highly desirable.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience with general ledger, P&L, and Balance Sheet.
• Ability to build strong partnerships with colleagues, customers, and suppliers.
• Ability to identify under-performance areas and plan improvements.
• Experience in designing and implementing business processes with continuous improvement.
• Initiative-taking, pragmatic, and able to work independently.
• Attention to detail and strong influencing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and collaborative abilities.
• Strong organization, planning, and multitasking能力.
• Manufacturing and service‑based finance experience is desirable.
• SAP experience preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Eliminate waste and non-value-added activities using Lean principles.
• Apply DMAIC to identify gaps, design solutions, and deliver improvements.
• Develop and deliver training to drive process adoption and reduce errors.
• Conduct internal audits to ensure documentation accuracy and compliance.
• Define and track post-implementation KPIs to validate ROI.
• Lead continuous improvement and automation initiatives (RPA, workflows).
• Apply modern finance practices: cloud ERP, data modeling, automated controls.
• Manage cross-functional project teams through full lifecycles.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Champion Kaizen mindset and culture of incremental improvement.
• Drive end-to-end Procure-to-Pay transformation and controls improvements.

Skills

Lean principles

DMAIC

Training programs

Internal audits

KPIs & ROI tracking

RPA / automation

Workflow tools

Data modeling

Cloud ERP concepts

Automated controls

Cross-functional leadership

P2P process improvement

Project lifecycle management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

MBA

CPA certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Job Summary

The Finance Operations Process Leader will drive the establishment of baseline processes, increase efficiency, and lead continuous improvement across the finance operations teams. The role focuses on injecting contemporary finance practices rooted in automation, data modeling, and integrated business planning and reporting while eliminating waste and non‑value‑added activities through Lean principles.

• Eliminate waste and non‑value‑added activities using Lean principles to build a results‑driven, low‑bureaucracy operating culture.
• Apply DMAIC methodology to identify process gaps, design solutions, and deliver measurable improvements in operational efficiency.
• Develop and deliver role‑based training programs to drive consistent process adoption, reducing error rates and rework across Finance Operations.
• Conduct regular internal audits using control frameworks to verify that process documentation is accurate, current, and compliant.
• Define and track KPIs post‑implementation—including cost savings, cycle time, and error reduction—to validate ROI and sustain process gains.
• Lead continuous improvement and automation initiatives (RPA, workflow tools) with clear business cases showing efficiency, cost, and risk‑reduction benefits.
• Apply knowledge of modern finance practices—cloud ERP systems, data modeling, and automated controls—to strengthen financial operations.
• Manage cross‑functional project teams through full project lifecycles, from charter and scope definition to delivery and handovers using structured PM frameworks.
• Perform root cause analysis on complex operational issues, developing corrective actions that align with business objectives and financial targets.
• Champion a Kaizen mindset across teams, embedding a culture of incremental improvement, accountability, and quality at every process level.
• Support additional initiatives assigned by leadership, contributing finance and operational expertise across evolving business priorities.
• Drive end‑to‑end Procure‑to‑Pay (P2P) transformation by streamlining procurement, invoice processing, and payment workflows—reducing cycle times, strengthening vendor controls, and delivering measurable cost and compliance improvements.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Four‑year college degree in Accounting or Finance with at least seven to ten years of progressive finance and accounting experience, preferably in a large organization.
• An MBA and CPA certification are highly desirable.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience with general ledger, P&L, and Balance Sheet.
• Ability to build strong partnerships with colleagues, customers, and suppliers.
• Ability to identify areas of under‑performance and agree on plans to rectify.
• Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing business processes with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Initiative‑taking, pragmatic, and able to work independently.
• Diligent and strong attention to detail.
• Strong influencing skills, able to solve problems and find effective and timely resolutions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a willingness to share knowledge, coach and collaborate effectively with individuals and other departments.
• Strong organization and planning skills with the ability to multitask and ruthlessly prioritize.
• Financial experience in a manufacturing environment and service‑based organization is highly desirable.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software; prior SAP experience preferred but not essential.
• Able to protect and handle confidential personnel information.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer required.
• Limited travel, including international.

Condition of Employment

Successful outcome of a National Police Check and background check.