Divisional Manager (MIS - Finance)

The Bajaj Group is amongst the top 10 business houses in India. Its footprint stretches over a wide range of industries, spanning automobiles (two wheelers manufacturer and three wheelers manufacturer), home appliances, lighting, iron and steel, insurance, travel, and finance. The group's flagship company, Bajaj Auto Ltd, is ranked as the leading three and two-wheeler manufacturer and the Bajaj brand is well-known across more than 70 countries.

Job Title: Divisional Manager (MIS - Finance)

Work Location: Akurdi, Pune

Qualification: Chartered Accountant

Experience: 12 to 15 years

Roles & Responsibilities:

Validates / defines the strategy and plan to use digital to contribute to the business goals of Finance function and Bajaj Auto Limited. Envision the future of finance processes using digital /technological advances, prepare roadmap, engage with CFO, and executes.

Collaborate with eco-system (cross functional teams, partners, statutory auditors etc.) to support and execute digital initiatives.

Translate the business vision into a product vision. Define a clear product vision and communicate it effectively to stakeholders, the team and rest.

Prepares, verifies business case, and obtains stakeholders consensus. Carries out impact analysis and evaluates multiple alternatives / options.

Scans, keeps abreast of emerging Best-Practices & technology advancements and where applicable / appropriate ensure timely introduction at BAL for competitive advantage.

Manage and motivate a team. Seek ongoing feedback for improvement. Promote digital usage and skills among management and employees through appropriate training and/or mentoring.

Continuously improve the IT delivery process in terms of PQCDSM. Ensure company, department and governmental standards are always followed.

Organizes, prioritizes, and manages project work to drive predictable “Zero defect” delivery.

Technical/Functional

Understand new ways that digital can bring value. Ability to get executive & emp buy-in

Impact analysis across processes, systems, and stakeholders (BUs, plants). Expertise in broad SAP processes utilized for finance

Systems thinking approach. Proficient in IT Delivery methods. Good understanding of design thinking principles & user centric design

Solid functional knowledge of financial processes. Deep understanding of technology & ability to influence and work with technology partners

Experience working with a large Automobile industry. Experience with Automobile processes and strong domain knowledge with a keen understanding of how to leverage IT / Digital

10+ years in application architecting/delivery or comparable experience; Hands-on experience in executing Digital Finance Initiatives / Projects

Proficient in leading a team and collaboration with other teams. Proficient in program & change management, in commercial negotiations and supplier management

Deep experience leading with teams in an agile / Lean IT setting. SAP exposure is a must. Proficient in process quality improvement principles (e.g., TPM, six sigma, lean etc.)