Finance Manager Transactions - India

About the Role

We are looking for a high-impact, hands-on Manager – Finance GSC to act as the Second-in-Command (2IC) to the Head of Finance.

This role is a full ownership position, responsible for running and scaling the end-to-end GSC finance function, while ensuring delivery with speed, accuracy, and strong control discipline.

You will combine execution ownership, team leadership, stakeholder management and transformation, while driving a high-performance operating model across but not limited to AP, AR, Billing, Banking, Expense Management and Month end close.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong global team leadership experience
• Deep expertise in AP, AR, Billing, Banking, Employee Expenses and Balance Sheet management
• Proven ability in process transformation and automation
• Strong communication and stakeholder influencing skills
• High control orientation and risk awareness
• Metrics-driven mindset with strong analytical capability
• Ability to operate in a complex, matrixed global environment

What We’re Looking For

12–15+ years in Finance Shared Services / GSC, with min. 8 years as team management

Strong expertise in

AP, AR, Billing, Banking, Balance Sheet, Month-End Close, Transformation

Proven ability to

• Own end-to-end operations independently
• Deliver with speed, accuracy, and accountability
• Combine hands-on execution with leadership

Experience in process transformation and automation

• Exposure to M&A integrations / transitions
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• CA / CPA / MBA in Finance preferred

Key Responsibilities

End-to-End Finance Operations Ownership

Own and manage global operations

Ensure

• Timely invoice processing and collections
• Accurate billing aligned to contracts
• Predictable, cycle-driven payment execution
• Take full accountability for delivery, quality, metrics and timelines

Processing & Reconciliations

Own execution and completion of

AP/AR processing

Balance sheet reconciliations (AR/AP/Bank/Clearing)

Personally drive resolution of

• Complex or aged items
• High-risk discrepancies
• Ensure robust audit trails and zero carry-forward issues

Banking, Payments & Corporate Cards

Own end-to-end

Payment execution and validation

Bank reconciliations and cash accuracy

Corporate card lifecycle and compliance

Ensure

Timely, accurate payments

Strong fraud prevention and controls

Month-End Close Ownership

Drive timely, accurate, and disciplined month-end close

Ensure

• All reconciliations completed within timelines
• Open items resolved proactively
• Personally step in to accelerate closure during critical timelines

Speed, Accuracy & Execution Excellence

Build a high-performance operating rhythm focused on

• Faster processing and approvals
• Zero-error mindset
• Reduced rework and escalations
• Remove bottlenecks and enable fast, confident decision-making

Process Transformation & Automation

Simplify and standardize finance processes across regions

Drive automation of

• Approval workflows
• Notifications and escalations
• Reporting and dashboards
• Reduce reliance on manual effort and judgment-based decisions

M&A Integration & Transitions

Lead finance integration for

Acquisitions

New process transitions into GSC

Ensure

• Smooth migration
• Rapid stabilization
• Alignment to global standards

Governance, Controls & Risk Management

Ensure adherence to

Delegation of Authority (DoA)

Segregation of Duties (SoD)

Maintain strong control environment across

Payments

Approvals

Reconciliations

Proactively identify and mitigate risks

Metrics, Reporting & Performance Management

Define and track KPIs across

Processing timelines

Approval cycles

Payments and reconciliations

Build and drive data-backed performance reviews

Provide actionable insights to leadership

Global Team Leadership

Lead and build high-performing teams across locations

Drive

• Ownership and accountability
• Capability development and training
• Strong performance culture focused on delivery excellence

Stakeholder Management & Communication

Partner with

Head of Finance, Controllership team and Business teams

Provide

Clear updates on performance, risks, and priorities

Influence stakeholders to ensure process adherence and timely actions

Strategic 2IC Role

Act as trusted deputy to Head of Finance GSC

Lead critical initiatives and operational priorities

Step in to drive decisions and execution at scale

Novotech is proud to offer a great workplace. We are committed to being an employer of choice for gender equality and providing an inclusive work environment where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. Our team members are passionate about what we do, but we understand work is only one of the things that is important to them. We support our team members with flexible working options, paid parental leave for both parents, flexible leave entitlements, wellness programs and ongoing development programs.

We are looking for people who are passionate about working clinical research and biotech, including people who identify as LGBTIQ+, have a disability or have caring responsibilities. We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every application. We look forward to talking to you about working at Novotech.