𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗱𝗮𝘆'𝘀 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀
𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲: 𝗥𝘀 𝟲𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬 - 𝗥𝘀 𝟭𝟰𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬 (𝗶𝗲 𝗜𝗡𝗥 𝟲-𝟭𝟰 𝗟𝗣𝗔)
Experience: 5+ yrs
Location: Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Job Type: Full-time
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Technology Principal, Finance to lead technology initiatives that enable finance transformation, process modernization, and business growth. This role will serve as a bridge between finance and technology teams, translating financial and business requirements into scalable technology strategies and solutions.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of Finance Technology Strategy, Digital Finance Transformation, and Enterprise Technology Strategy, along with the ability to manage complex cross-functional initiatives. You will help shape the technology roadmap for finance functions, identify opportunities for automation and digitization, and drive initiatives that improve efficiency, controls, data quality, and decision-making.
RequirementsKey ResponsibilitiesFinance Technology Strategy
- Develop and execute technology strategies aligned with finance and business objectives.
- Define technology roadmaps for finance applications, platforms, integrations, and digital capabilities.
- Evaluate existing finance systems and identify opportunities for modernization and optimization.
- Recommend technology solutions that improve financial efficiency, controls, reporting, and decision-making.
- Partner with finance leadership to translate business priorities into technology initiatives.
- Lead initiatives focused on finance process digitization, automation, and technology-enabled transformation.
- Identify opportunities to streamline manual processes and improve operational efficiency.
- Support implementation of modern finance technologies, platforms, and digital workflows.
- Drive adoption of automation and data-driven solutions across finance functions.
- Establish metrics to measure the effectiveness and business impact of transformation initiatives.
- Align finance technology initiatives with the broader enterprise technology architecture and roadmap.
- Evaluate applications, platforms, integrations, and technology capabilities for scalability and sustainability.
- Work with enterprise architecture and IT teams to ensure technology standards are followed.
- Identify opportunities to simplify application landscapes and improve system interoperability.
- Support technology governance, risk management, security, and compliance requirements.
- Collaborate with finance, IT, business, operations, and senior leadership teams.
- Manage technology initiatives from requirement definition through implementation and stabilization.
- Coordinate with internal teams, technology partners, and external vendors.
- Communicate technology strategies, project progress, risks, and recommendations to senior stakeholders.
- Manage priorities, dependencies, timelines, and technology-related risks.
- 5+ years of experience in finance technology, technology consulting, enterprise applications, digital transformation, or related areas.
- Strong understanding of Finance Technology Strategy and Digital Finance Transformation.
- Experience developing or supporting Enterprise Technology Strategy and technology roadmaps.
- Good understanding of finance processes such as accounting, reporting, budgeting, planning, controls, and financial operations.
- Experience with finance applications, ERP platforms, enterprise systems, integrations, and digital finance solutions.
- Strong understanding of technology architecture, APIs, data flows, automation, and system integration.
- Experience leading cross-functional technology transformation initiatives.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a strategic mindset.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Ability to translate complex business and finance requirements into practical technology solutions.
- Strong project and program management capabilities with a focus on delivery and measurable outcomes.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple stakeholders and evolving priorities.
- A proactive approach to identifying opportunities for technology-led improvements and operational efficiency.
- Strong understanding of technology governance, security, compliance, and enterprise standards.
Skills Required
- 5+ years of experience in finance technology, technology consulting, enterprise applications, or digital transformation
- Strong understanding of Finance Technology Strategy and Digital Finance Transformation
- Experience developing or supporting enterprise technology strategy and technology roadmaps
- Good understanding of finance processes including accounting, reporting, budgeting, planning, controls, and financial operations
- Experience with finance applications, ERP platforms, enterprise systems, integrations, and digital finance solutions
- Strong understanding of technology architecture, APIs, data flows, automation, and system integration
- Experience leading cross-functional technology transformation initiatives
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Project and program management capabilities with focus on delivery and measurable outcomes
- Understanding of technology governance, security, compliance, and enterprise standards
What We Do
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