Manager – Finance Excellence, Modernization

Paychex

Finance Excellence & Modernization Manager at Paychex leading transitions of finance processes into India GSS. Driving process excellence and digital transformation aligned with enterprise objectives.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeBengaluru • 🇮🇳 IndiaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOracleRPASQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the design, transition, and stabilization of finance processes into the India GSS (Global Shared Services).
Drive process excellence, and enables digital transformation aligned with enterprise objectives.
Ensure that departmental needs are met and that actions of the team are in line with departmental goals.
Build and mentor a small team of accountants responsible for core GL functions, providing training, support, and performance feedback.
Review and approve reconciliations and journal entries prepared by staff for accuracy and completeness.
Serve as a point of contact for inquiries related to GL accounts, reconciliations, and fixed assets.
Provide training on compliance, systems, and controls.
Foster a culture of execution discipline and accountability.
Lead end-to-end transition of finance processes (R2R, P2P, O2C, FP&A, Tax, Treasury, etc.) into the GCC.
Develop transition plans, timelines, and risk mitigation strategies.
Ensure knowledge transfer, documentation, and training are completed effectively.
Partner with global stakeholders to align on scope, SLAs, and governance.
Drive finance process standardization, automation, and digital enablement (ERP, RPA, AI/ML tools).
Identify opportunities for efficiency, cost optimization, and control enhancements.
Implement best practices in global finance operations and shared services.
Champion continuous improvement culture within the GSS.
Act as the primary liaison between global finance leadership and India GSS teams.
Build strong relationships with cross-functional teams (IT, HR, Operations).
Provide regular updates to senior management on transition progress and transformation outcomes.
Ensure adherence to global finance policies, internal controls, and compliance requirements.
Establish performance metrics, dashboards, and reporting frameworks.
Support audits and regulatory requirements in India and globally.
Monthly management reporting around all key metrics of Finance GSS teams.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree - Required
Proven track record in managing large-scale transitions in GCC/GBS/Shared Services environments.
Strong knowledge of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Workday) and digital finance tools.
Experience in automation, RPA, and process re-engineering preferred.
Proficiency in Power BI, SQL, and automation tools is increasingly valued.
Excellent stakeholder management and leadership skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work cross-functionally and influence without authority
Process improvement mindset with a focus on automation, accuracy, and scalability

Benefits

Comp & perks

Award-winning training
Opportunities for growth and development
Inclusive and innovative culture

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Hard Skills & Tools

Finance Process DesignReconciliation ReviewJournal Entry ApprovalPerformance Metrics EstablishmentCompliance Training

Soft Skills

LeadershipInterpersonal CommunicationCross-Functional CollaborationExecution DisciplineInfluencing Without Authority

Certifications

Bachelor's Degree