Ekya Schools - Senior Manager - Finance Systems Integration & Documentation (4-8 yrs)

About us:

Founded in 2010, Ekya Schools offers progressive K-12 education through CBSE, ICSE, and Cambridge IGCSE curricula, emphasizing experiential learning. Drawing from the legacy of the CMR Group, we nurture lifelong learners equipped to thrive in a dynamic and evolving world.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Manager - Finance Systems Integration & Documentation to lead the integration of financial systems and ensure the proper documentation of financial processes, tools, and technologies. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of finance and technology expertise, working closely with internal teams (Finance, IT, Operations) and external vendors to implement, optimize, and maintain financial systems. This role also ensures that financial system integrations are effectively documented, compliant with internal standards, and easily accessible for future reference and audits.

Quick Snapshot - Key Responsibilities

Tech Integration in Finance:

- Implement and manage financial technology tools and ERP systems.

- Collaborate with IT teams to integrate finance systems with other organizational platforms.

- Continuously evaluate and recommend upgrades to existing systems for improved efficiency.

Documentation Management:

- Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive documentation for all financial systems, including system architecture, integration procedures, user manuals, and process flows.

- Document best practices for system usage, reporting, and troubleshooting to enhance operational efficiency and reduce the learning curve for users.

- Maintain detailed records of system changes, upgrades, patches, and version histories for compliance and audit purposes.

- Ensure financial system documentation is consistent, up-to-date, and accessible to relevant stakeholders.

- Ensure proper version control of documentation and adherence to internal documentation standards.

Cash Flow & Treasury Management

- Monitor cash flow to ensure liquidity and optimal use of financial resources.

- Oversee investment strategies and manage relationships with banks and financial institutions.

Policy & Process Development:

- Continuously assess current financial systems and integrations for opportunities to enhance functionality, efficiency, and accuracy.

- Recommend improvements or changes to financial systems and integration processes to increase automation, reduce manual data entry, and improve reporting capabilities.

- Collaborate with finance and operations teams to align systems with business goals, ensuring that technological solutions support financial processes effectively.

- Conduct post-implementation reviews of system integrations and provide recommendations for improvements or additional training.

Key Qualifications:

- Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification is mandatory. Certification in finance systems or project management (e.g., PMP, Six Sigma, ERP certifications) is a plus.

- 4-5 years of finance systems integration, financial software implementation, or a related technology-focused role within finance. Experience working with educational institutions will be MANDATORY

- Strong understanding of financial processes, systems, and reporting.

- Experience with financial software solutions (e.g., ERP systems like SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, QuickBooks, etc.) and integration tools.

- Knowledge of data integration techniques (e.g., ETL processes) and APIs is highly desirable.

What We Offer

- A collaborative work environment that values innovation and growth.

- The opportunity to contribute to impactful projects within the education sector.

- A competitive compensation and benefits package.