Associate Director - Working Capital

About the Role:

As an Associate Director in Techno-Functional Working Capital, you will play a pivotal role in delivering strategic and technology-driven solutions to optimize working capital for our clients. This role combines deep financial expertise with advanced technological proficiency to drive efficiency and enhance cash flow management across the Procure-to-Pay (PTP), Order-to-Cash (OTC), and Forecast-to-Fulfillment (FTF) processes.

Key Responsibilities:

- Working Capital Optimization: Lead projects focused on enhancing cash flow, reducing inventory levels, and streamlining accounts receivable and payable processes.

- Strategic Design & Implementation: Develop and execute strategies to optimize cash conversion cycle and liquidity management.

- Data-Driven Insights: Analyze financial and operational data to identify opportunities for working capital improvement.

- Client Collaboration: Work closely with clients to understand their business goals and customize solutions to align with their specific requirements.

- Team Leadership: Support and guide team members throughout the project lifecycle, from planning and execution to successful implementation.

- Client Relationship Management: Foster strong, long-lasting relationships with clients to achieve high satisfaction and retain their business.

- Business Development: Contribute to business development by identifying new opportunities and assisting in proposal creation.

Technical Skills:

Must-Have:

- Power B

- Alteryx

Good to Have:

- Tableau

- SQL

- Power Automate

- Python / R

Working Capital Expertise:

- Procure-to-Pay (PTP): Streamline procurement processes to enhance supplier relationships and optimize cash outflows.

- Order-to-Cash (OTC): Improve invoicing and collections processes to accelerate cash inflows.

- Forecast-to-Fulfillment (FTF): Enhance inventory management to reduce excess stock and improve liquidity.

- Cash Conversion Cycle: Analyze and optimize the time taken between outlaying cash and receiving cash inflows.

- Cash Flow Management: Implement strategies to monitor and manage cash flows effectively.

- Liquidity Management: Ensure the organization has sufficient cash flow to meet its short-term obligations.

Qualifications:

- Education: Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field. A master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CFA, CPA) is a plus.

- Experience: Minimum of 8-10 years in finance transformation or working capital optimization roles, with at least 5 years in leadership capacity.

- Industry Knowledge: Experience in manufacturing, retail, or services industries is preferred.

- Project Management: Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams and managing complex projects.

- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.

- Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

- Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in financial modeling and data analysis tools.