3779826-Lead Assistant Manager

About the Role:EXL is seeking a motivated and dynamic Lead Assistant Manager to join our F&A Digital Transformation team. The role will support the execution of digital initiatives to streamline and enhance finance and accounting processes using automation and analytics. You will play a critical role in driving efficiency improvements and helping clients adopt next-gen technologies in their F&A operations.Key Responsibilities:Support Digital Transformation Initiatives: Assist in the planning, development, and implementation of digital solutions for F&A processes including RPA, AI, and data analytics.Process Assessment & Optimization: Analyse existing finance & accounting workflows to identify automation and optimization opportunities.Project Coordination: Manage project schedules, track progress, and ensure timely delivery of digital transformation projects.Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with clients, technology teams, and internal business units to understand requirements and ensure alignment.Data Analysis & Reporting: Support creation of dashboards and reports to monitor transformation KPIs and project performance.BRD & Project Compliance: Ensure thorough documentation of processes, changes, and solutions as per organizational standards.Required Qualifications & Experience:4-7 years of experience in Finance & Accounting domain, with exposure to digital transformation projects.Understanding of F&A processes such as Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Record to Report.Basic to intermediate knowledge of automation tools (UiPath, Automation Anywhere, Blue Prism) and familiarity with analytics tools (Excel, Power BI/Tableau).Experience in coordinating project activities, managing timelines, and supporting delivery teams.Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with multiple stakeholders.Analytical mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation.Preferred Skills:Prior experience working in F&A transactional processes within a BPO/GIC environment.Understanding of Lean Six Sigma & able to apply the conceptsExposure to Agile methodologiesEXL is the indispensable partner for leading businesses in data-led industries such as insurance, banking and financial services, healthcare, retail and logistics. We bring a unique combination of data, advanced analytics, digital technology and industry expertise to help our clients turn data into insights, streamline operations, improve customer experience, and transform their business. Our partnerships with clients are built on a foundation of collaboration - and we've been chosen as a partner by nine of the top ten leading US insurance companies, nine of the top 20 global banks, and six of the top ten US health care payers. We function as one team to make your goals our goals, whether that's unlocking the value of generative AI or embedding analytics into workflows that reduce risk or power your growth. Clients choose EXL as their transformation partner for many reasons. Our geographic diversity make talent all over the world instantly accessible. Digital accelerators enable unmatched speed-to-value, letting you realize results fast. It's our people that truly set us apart, though, including the 1,500 data scientists we have dedicated to our generative AI practice. And our more than twenty years of experience in delivering business services, garnering stellar client references, and maintaining a solid balance sheet are reassuring to our C-suite clients. Find out for yourself why clients, employees, and analysts think we're some of the best in the business. Contact us to see how we can help you achieve your goals.