Business Consultant

Job Description Designation : Business Consultant. [Reports to Engagement Manager] Unit/Vertical : Finance and Accounting [F&A]. Process : CFO & GBS Advisory [F&A Consulting Team]. Location : India Job Overview: A Business Consultant will play a vital role in collaborating with clients to identify business challenges and provide strategic solutions to enhance their overall performance and efficiency with reference to Finance and Accounting processes within the organization. Analyzing organizational processes, assessing opportunities for improvements, & offer expert advice to drive sustainable growth. Key responsibilities: • Conduct comprehensive business assessments to understand client’s objectives, challenges, & opportunities within Finance & Account processes within the organization. • Develop and implement tailored strategies to optimize business processes, streamline operations, & increase profitability. • Identify Opportunities for cost optimization, process improvement, and efficiency gains within the financial accounting. • Stay abreast of industry regulations and standards to ensure client’s financial practices remain complaint. • Develop and implement strategic financial plans, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling. • Streamline accounting processes, recommend system enhancements, and integrate advanced financial technologies to improve accuracy and efficiency. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement changes, ensuring seamless integration of financial improvements. • Provide an objective perspective on financial challenges, offering innovative solutions and contributing to the overall success of client’s business. • Familiar with the latest AI technologies, including generative and agentic AI, & adept at applying them to process optimization, decision support, & client value creation. Must have skills: • Extensive consulting experience in the field of Finance and Accounting. • Strong hands-on experience across Industry sectors. • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights. • Ability to adapt to changing business environment & manage multiple projects simultaneously. Qualification: • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in finance and accounting or related field. • Total Work Experience of 5 to 7 Years. • In-depth knowledge of financial regulations, accounting principles and industry best practices. • Experience in implementing financial technologies and software solutions. • Working knowledge on process improvement methodology such as Lean Six Sigma etc.... • Ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast paced environment. • Proven experience in Project Consulting Strategies & Management.

Job Description Designation : Managing Partner | Engagement Director. [Reports to Head of the unit] Unit/Vertical : Finance and Accounting [F&A]. Process : CFO & GBS Advisory [F&A Consulting Team]. Location : India Job Overview: Seasoned finance consulting leader to head our Finance & Accounting Consulting practice in India. This role involves driving strategic growth, leading large-scale finance transformation programs, and advising global clients on optimizing their finance operations. The ideal candidate will be a Chartered Accountant with 15+ years of experience, possessing deep expertise in finance processes, technology enablement, and shared services. As the practice head, you will manage P&L, build high-performing teams, and position the organization as a thought leader in the finance consulting space. Key responsibilities: 1. Practice Leadership & Strat egy • Define and execute the strategic roadmap for the F&A Consulting practice in India, aligned with global objectives. • Drive revenue growth through new client acquisition, account expansion, and innovative service offerings. • Develop go-to-market strategies for finance transformation, shared services, and digital finance solutions. • Manage P&L for the practice, ensuring profitability and sustainable growth. • Strong knowledge of core finance processes such as Record-to-Report (R2R), Order-to-Cash (O2C), Procure-to-Pay (P2P), and related sub-processes, along with experience in implementing best practices and digital solutions. 2. Client Engagement & Delivery Excellence • Lead large-scale finance transformation programs, including process optimization, automation, and digital enablement. • Advise CFOs and senior finance leaders on operating model design, cost optimization, and technology adoption. • Oversee delivery of complex consulting engagements, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards. • Act as an escalation point for critical client issues and ensure client satisfaction. 3. Team Development & Capability Building • Build and mentor a high-performing consulting team with expertise in finance processes, ERP systems, and emerging technologies. • Drive recruitment, training, and career development initiatives to strengthen practice capabilities. • Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. 4. Thought Leadership & Market Positioning • Represent the organization at industry forums, conferences, and client events. • Publish insights, whitepapers, and case studies on finance trends, digital finance, and shared services evolution. • Build strong relationships with industry analysts and influencers to enhance market visibility. 5. Operational Excellence • Establish governance frameworks for project delivery, risk management, and compliance. • Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for practice performance and implement corrective actions as needed. • Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and internal quality standards. 6. Technology & Innovation • Drive the strategic integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Robotic Process Automation (RPA) into core finance processes such as Record-to-Report (R2R), Order-to-Cash (O2C), and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) to deliver measurable business outcomes. • Identify emerging digital solutions that enhance efficiency, improve compliance, and enable predictive insights for finance operations. • Collaborate with technology partners and internal stakeholders to recommend scalable digital finance platforms aligned with client transformation goals. Must have skills: • Extensive consulting and domain experience in all areas of Finance and accounting processes. • Strong ‘hands on’ experience across Industry sectors with strategic thinking. • Track record of delivering at all levels within an organization both business & IT (digital) capabilities. • Exposure to global delivery models and shared services/outsourcing environments. • Knowledge of emerging technologies in finance (AI, ML, Blockchain). • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with experience engaging C-suite executives and influencing strategic decisions. Qualification: • Chartered Accountant (CA) with 15+ years of experience in Finance & Accounting consulting, transformation, or advisory roles with a total work experience of 15 to 22 Years. • Strong understanding of ERP platforms (SAP, Oracle, etc.), automation tools (RPA), and analytics solutions.

Principal Design Director – BPO8 – PAN India Domain & Functional Exper tise Deep expertise in GCC and GBS design, setup, scale, and transformation. Strong understanding of shared services, captive centers, and global delivery models. Functional depth in Finance & Accounting, HR, Procurement, IT, or Enterprise Operations. Consulting & Leadership Skills Proven experience leading large-scale, C-suite-facing consulting engagements. Strong capability in operating model design, business case development, and transformation roadmaps. Excellent executive communication, storytelling, and presentation skills. Strategic & Commercial Acumen Ability to link GBS/GCC strategies to enterprise value levers (cost, efficiency, agility, growth). Strong experience in proposal development, deal shaping, and client relationship management. High level of business judgment, risk management, and decision-making. Global & Cross-Cultural Experience Experience working with global, multi-geo stakeholders across Americas, Europe, and APAC. Strong appreciation of cultural, regulatory, and talent nuances across offshore and nearshore locations. Change Management & Adoption Understanding of organizational change management (communications, stakeholder readiness, workforce transition). Ability to anticipate resistance and embed adoption mechanisms into GCC/GBS designs. Benchmarking & Industry Intelligence Familiarity with GBS/GCC benchmarks (cost, productivity, span of control, pyramid, service maturity). Ability to interpret and contextualize benchmarks rather than apply them mechanically. Process Excellence & Continuous Improvement Working knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, BPM, and process maturity models. Ability to link process excellence initiatives with automation and analytics. Digital, Automation & AI Awareness Conceptual understanding of: RPA, process mining, workflow tools Analytics, dashboards, service management platforms GenAI and AI-assisted operations in GBS/GCCs Risk, Compliance & Controls Awareness Awareness of regulatory, data privacy, SOX, internal controls, and audit considerations in global operations. Ability to factor risk and compliance into design decisions without over-engineering. Executive Facilitation & Workshop Design Skilled in designing and running executive workshops, design-thinking sessions, and steering committees. Strong facilitation skills to align diverse viewpoints and drive decisions. 

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Head

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MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION