Team Lead - Finance Shared Service Center (India)

Innovation is and will always be the core of SAP Fioneer, and it is the promise of why we were spun out of SAP: agility, innovation, and delivery.

SAP Fioneer builds on a heritage of outstanding technology and a deep understanding of corporate and consumer demands. At the heart of it all it is simple: We bring financial services to the next level with innovative software solutions and platforms.

We are helping companies in the financial services industry to achieve speed, scalability, and cost-efficiency through digital business innovation, cloud technology, and solutions that cover banking and insurance processes end-to-end.A global company, with rapid growth, innovative people, and a lean organization makes SAP Fioneer a place where you accelerate your future!

Join Us at SAP Fioneer!

At SAP Fioneer, we’re redefining the future of financial services through cutting-edge technology and bold innovation. As a fast-growing global company born from the heritage of SAP, we combine deep industry expertise with the agility of a start-up. Now, we’re building a world-class Finance Shared Service Center (SSC) in India — and we’re looking for a passionate, driven leader to make it happen.

As Team Lead – Finance SSC, you’ll be at the forefront of a strategic transformation. You’ll build and lead our finance operations hub from the ground up, shaping processes, recruiting top talents, and delivering exceptional service to our global teams. This is a unique opportunity to leave your mark on a high-impact initiative in a company that’s scaling fast and thinking big. Lead the setup of our Finance SSC that supports our operations in JAPAC and EMEA from process design to service delivery and governance. Build Something Great

Lead the setup of our Finance SSC that supports our operations in JAPAC and MEA from process design to service delivery and governance. Define the SSC’s operating model, performance metrics, and roadmap in alignment with SAP Fioneer’s global strategy.Drive the transition of key finance processes (P2P, O2C, R2R) into the SSC with precision and care, utilize AI Agents to build actionable use cases.Lead & Inspire-· Recruit, develop, and manage a high-performing team.· Create a culture of ownership, innovation, and continuous improvement. Be a mentor, coach, and role model for your team.

Implement standardized, scalable processes with strong controls and automation.Leverage SAP S/4HANA and other tools to drive digital finance transformation.· Monitor KPIs and SLAs to ensure top-tier service delivery and compliance.Collaborate Globally,Act as the key liaison between the SSC and global stakeholders.Build strong relationships across regions and functions.Communicate progress, challenges, and wins to senior leadership.

Requirements

• A degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration (Master preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in finance operations, shared services, or global process ownership.
• Proven success in setting up or scaling finance SSCs in a multinational environment.
• Deep knowledge of finance processes and compliance frameworks.
• Hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA or similar ERP systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in the software or financial services industry is a big plus.

Benefits

You will have the opportunity to collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry on an incredibly ambitious project to shape the ever-evolving financial sector. This is an environment where you can have it all - the agility, enthusiasm and dynamism of a start-up, combined with the established expertise, solid market presence and extensive customer network of a more established organisation.

At SAP Fioneer, you will benefit from a flexible work environment that encourages creativity and encourages you to think outside the box, bring new ideas to the table, and challenge the status quo. You will become part of a diverse and global team that we are proud of and are constantly growing and reinventing. As an employee, you will have the chance to chart your own career path and take advantage of competitive compensation packages and progression opportunities based on merit.

We offer pension plans and life insurance for financial security. Our health and wellbeing benefits include private medical insurance, wellness cover, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, our mobility benefits vary based on seniority level and include company car benefits and transportation assistance. Furthermore, we provide additional perks such as celebration rewards, a jubilee program, and a meal program.