We are looking for a high-impact, hands-on Manager – Finance GSC to act as the Second-in-Command (2IC) to the Head of Finance.
This role is a full ownership position, responsible for running and scaling the end-to-end GSC finance function, while ensuring delivery with speed, accuracy, and strong control discipline.
You will combine execution ownership, team leadership, stakeholder management and transformation, while driving a high-performance operating model across but not limited to AP, AR, Billing, Banking, Expense Management and Month end close.
Strong global team leadership experience
Deep expertise in AP, AR, Billing, Banking, Employee Expenses and Balance Sheet management
Proven ability in process transformation and automation
High control orientation and risk awareness
12–15+ years in Finance Shared Services / GSC, with min. AP, AR, Billing, Banking, Balance Sheet, Month-End Close, Transformation
Own end-to-end operations independently
Experience in process transformation and automation
Exposure to M&A; integrations / transitions
CA / CPA / MBA in Finance preferred
End-to-End Finance Operations Ownership
Own and manage global operations
Timely invoice processing and collections
Accurate billing aligned to contracts
Take full accountability for delivery, quality, metrics and timelines

Processing & Reconciliations
Balance sheet reconciliations (AR/AP/Bank/Clearing)
High-risk discrepancies
~ Ensure robust audit trails and zero carry-forward issues

Banking, Payments & Corporate Cards
Bank reconciliations and cash accuracy
Strong fraud prevention and controls





All reconciliations completed within timelines
Build a high-performance operating rhythm focused on:
Process Transformation & Automation
Simplify and standardize finance processes across regions
Reduce reliance on manual effort and judgment-based decisions

M&A; Integration & Transitions
Lead finance integration for:
Acquisitions
Governance, Controls & Risk Management
Reconciliations
~ Proactively identify and mitigate risks

Metrics, Reporting & Performance Management
Payments and reconciliations
Build and drive data-backed performance reviews
Capability development and training
Strong performance culture focused on delivery excellence

Head of Finance, Controllership team and Business teams
Clear updates on performance, risks, and priorities
~ Act as trusted deputy to Head of Finance GSC
We support our team members with flexible working options, paid parental leave for both parents, flexible leave entitlements, wellness programs and ongoing development programs. We are looking for people who are passionate about working clinical research and biotech, including people who identify as LGBTIQ+, have a disability or have caring responsibilities. Novotech is a global full-service clinical Contract Research Organization (CRO).




As a globally recognized leader in clinical research and scientific advisory services, we are proud to combine our position at the forefront of the industry with an award-winning workplace culture that values ambition, innovation, and growth. Named Employer of Choice, Great Place to Work and Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (EOCGE), we are committed to fostering an environment that reflects the life-changing work we do.
This growing network unites professionals from diverse backgrounds and disciplines to advance therapies that improve patient outcomes worldwide.
By offering trust, flexibility, and autonomy through programs like NovoLife, our flexible benefits framework, we empower team members to create an effective work-life balance that delivers qualified satisfaction and maximum results for clients.
With access to mentorship opportunities, professional development programs, and a dynamic community, Novotech offers a platform for driven individuals to achieve personal growth while shaping the future of healthcare. At Novotech we have advanced therapeutic and regulatory expertise, the ability to execute across markets and a client-centric service model, so that our clients get a trusted, long-term partner and an accelerated path to bring their life-changing advances to market. This gives our employees the opportunity to develop their careers by joining a diverse and supportive global organization with a collaborative culture, whilst working with clients on the cutting-edge of life sciences.

📌 Director of Banking & Finance (Bengaluru)
🏢 Novotech
📍 Bengaluru