GSI Finance - Billing Process Owner

Job Description Summary
The GSI Finance - Billing Process Owner is a strategic advisor and change agent responsible for driving comprehensive automation and transformation of Billing system and process. This role requires a deep understanding of finance function, processes, and technologies to deliver measurable improvements in efficiency, effectiveness, and delivery. The successful candidate will possess a blend of contemporary digital and IT skills, solutions mindset, strategic thinking, operational expertise, and change management skills to lead complex process initiatives, and also lead a keen and capable team.

Job Description
Key Responsibilities

- Strategy Development and Execution Global Billing process for GSI Business:

- Develop and execute a holistic Billing strategy aligned with business objectives.

- Assess current finance operations, identify pain points, and define target operating models.

- Develop business cases and ROI analysis for automation initiatives.

- Billing Function Optimization, document ‘As-Is’ and ‘To-Be’ billing process maps

- Define automation capabilities, focus on process simplification and data accuracy in billing

- Redesign, automate and optimize invoicing processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

- Implement industry best practices and leverage automation technologies (RPA, AI) to streamline operations.

- Implement Transactional Service Team / Centres of Excellence to drive operational excellence.

Technology Implementation and Adoption :

- Lead the integration of finance systems (ERP, BI, etc.) with automation tools

- Drive adoption of emerging technologies (cloud, AI, machine learning) to enhance Billing process capabilities.

- Ensure data quality, integrity, and security throughout the invoicing process

- Develop self-service reporting capabilities to empower business users.

Change Management

- Develop and execute comprehensive change management plans to ensure successful adoption of transformation initiatives.

- Build stakeholder buy-in and manage resistance to change.

- Provide training and support to finance teams throughout the transformation journey.

Team Leadership and Development :

- Lead and mentor a high-performing finance transformation team.

- Develop talent and succession plans to build a strong finance organization.

- Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Qualification / Desired Characteristics

- Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or related field MBA or advanced degree preferred.

- Minimum of 7 years of experience in finance, with a strong focus on transformation and consulting.

- Proven track record of leading complex finance transformation projects.

- Deep understanding of finance functions, processes, and technologies.

- Understanding of SAP -PS/SD modules is preferable

- Training and working experience of implementing contemporary technology / advancements to finance processes

- Working experience in a GCC organisation / similar IT set-up is preferred

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset.

- Excellent project management and organizational abilities.

- Strong leadership and communication skills.

- Ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes