Finance Operations Manager

Department Icon Audit & Control
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Posted: 2 weeks ago
5-7 years
Chennai
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Your Growth
You are someone who thrives in a high-performance environment, bringing a growth mindset and entrepreneurial spirit to tackle meaningful challenges that have a real impact.
In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, we’ll provide the resources, mentorship, and opportunities to help you quickly broaden your expertise, grow into a well-rounded professional, and contribute to work that truly makes a difference.
When you join us, you will have:
  • Continuous learning: Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, is all about helping you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. The real magic happens when you take the input from others to heart and embrace the fast-paced learning experience, owning your journey.
  • A voice that matters: From day one, we value your ideas and contributions. You’ll make a tangible impact by offering innovative ideas and practical solutions, all while upholding our unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. We not only encourage diverse perspectives, but they are critical in driving us toward the best possible outcomes.
  • Global community: With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 different nationalities, our firm’s diversity fuels creativity and helps us come up with the best solutions. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from exceptional colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
  • Exceptional benefits: On top of a competitive salary (based on your location, experience, and skills), we provide a comprehensive benefits package to enable holistic well-being for you and your family.
Your Impact
As a Manager of Finance Operations for the Post–Payment Audit Forensic team, you will manage all audit requests, delegate them to the appropriate auditors, ensure adherence to SLAs, and provide regular updates to the requestors as required. You will guide expense auditors and investigators on finance-related issues and conduct thorough reviews of forensic audit reports to ensure accuracy and quality. 
You should have the ability to analyze the data and sensitize the concepts. Based on the issues identified, you will prepare comprehensive audit reports. Additionally, you will conduct fact-finding discussions with auditees, document key discussion points, and incorporate them into the audit report. Sound judgment will be essential at every stage of the forensic audit process.
You will regularly share updates on audit statistics with the leadership team and stakeholders. Additionally, you will coordinate with the Risk and Conduct teams regarding audit outcomes and ensure proper documentation of the results.
You will engage in regular one-on-one interactions with auditors to support and guide them in advancing their career paths. You will also empower the audit team to conduct initial interviews and incorporate findings into reports.
You will present the findings in clear and impactful reports for firm leadership. You will identify training and development needs and facilitate relevant training programs, driving process standardization and efficiency across all the audit reports.
You will contribute innovative ideas for automation and consistently work toward improving processes. Further, you will collaborate with internal and external teams to develop advanced analytical tools for audits.
In this role, you will partner with global stakeholders, including Finance, Human Resources, Legal, Ethics, Risk, and Internal Audit, to resolve forensic investigations and address potential risks. You will facilitate cross-functional collaboration to develop advanced audit tools and fraud detection systems. You will represent the audit team in escalations and sensitive investigations, conducting auditee interviews. You will support the forensic audit team by providing guidance during report reviews, assisting in resolving conflicts, and contributing to improving productivity and professional communication. Finally, you will also help define clear goals for auditing deliverables and contribute to developing skills and best practices within the team.

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Your qualifications and skills
  • Postgraduate in Accounting/Auditing/Finance or related discipline
  • 12+ years of experience in the field of accounting, finance, or audit, with at least 5 years of experience in a leadership role. Prior experience working in shared services or audit firms is desired
  • Knowledge of Fraud & Investigation will be an added advantage (CFE preferred). Strong understanding of forensic audit methods, centrally billed expense audits, and risk management & compliance processes
  • Strong ability to build relationships and collaborate with global stakeholders, including Finance, Legal, Risk, and HR
  • Proven experience in coaching, mentoring, and managing diverse teams in audits and projects
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes
  • Deal with ambiguity comfortably and have sound audit judgmental abilities
  • Exceptional problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills with the ability to forecast challenges
  • Proficiency in advanced Excel, Word, and PowerPoint for audit reports, with hands-on experience working with any analytical tool
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present findings and recommendations effectively

Skills

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About Company

McKinsey & Company India Careers 2025 – Overview

McKinsey & Company, founded in 1926 by James O. McKinsey, is a New York City‑based global management consulting firm that advises leading businesses, governments, and institutions across the private, public, and social sectors.

With offices in 65+ countries and a team of ~45,000 professionals worldwide, McKinsey delivers expertise in strategy, operations, technology, digital transformation, sustainability, and AI‑driven innovation.

In India, McKinsey operates from hubs in Gurugram, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Chennai, employing ~1,150–1,200 consultants and specialists. The firm is known for its rigorous problem‑solving approach, deep industry knowledge, and ability to deliver measurable impact for clients.

Business Model

McKinsey operates as a project‑based B2B professional services firm, generating revenue through high‑value strategic and operational consulting engagements.

Its model blends:

  • Top‑tier problem‑solving frameworks with deep industry expertise
  • Global knowledge networks with local market insights
  • Long‑term client relationships built on trust and measurable results

Strategic priorities for McKinsey India include:

  • Expanding digital, analytics, and AI capabilities
  • Growing sustainability and climate transition advisory
  • Strengthening implementation and transformation services alongside strategy
  • Investing in talent development and diversity initiatives

Recent Wins & Recognition

  • Advised a leading Indian conglomerate on a multi‑billion‑dollar renewable energy transition strategy (https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/electric-power-and-natural-gas/our-insights).
  • Partnered with a major Indian bank to implement AI‑driven credit risk modelling (https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/risk-and-resilience/our-insights).
  • Published the India’s Turning Point 2025 report outlining pathways to $10 trillion GDP by 2035 (https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights/asia-pacific/indias-turning-point).
  • Recognised among Top 10 Most Prestigious Consulting Firms Globally in Vault’s 2025 rankings (https://firsthand.co/best-companies-to-work-for/consulting).

Culture & Values

McKinsey’s culture is anchored in its Obligation to Dissent, Client First mindset, and commitment to professional development.

Core values include:

  • Adhere to the highest professional standards
  • Improve clients’ performance significantly
  • Create an unrivaled environment for exceptional people

The firm promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion, offers global staffing opportunities, and invests heavily in continuous learning through McKinsey Academy and leadership programs.


Client‑Facing Practices

Strategy & Corporate Finance

What it is – Core strategic advisory for CEOs and boards. India work includes:

  • Corporate Strategy – Growth, portfolio, and market entry strategies.
  • M&A Advisory – Deal strategy, due diligence, and integration.
  • Performance Transformation – Large‑scale cost and growth programs.

Operations

What it is – End‑to‑end operational excellence. India work includes:

  • Manufacturing & Supply Chain – Lean operations, procurement, logistics.
  • Product Development – Innovation and time‑to‑market acceleration.
  • Capital Projects & Infrastructure – Planning and execution excellence.

Digital & Analytics (McKinsey Digital)

What it is – Technology‑driven transformation. India work includes:

  • Digital Strategy – Roadmaps for digital transformation.
  • Advanced Analytics – AI/ML solutions for business impact.
  • Cybersecurity – Risk assessment and resilience building.

Sustainability & ESG

What it is – Helping clients transition to net‑zero and sustainable operations. India work includes:

  • Climate Strategy – Decarbonisation pathways.
  • Circular Economy – Waste reduction and resource efficiency.
  • ESG Reporting & Compliance – Framework design and assurance support.

People & Organizational Performance

What it is – Talent, leadership, and culture transformation. India work includes:

  • Leadership Development – Coaching and succession planning.
  • Organisational Design – Structure and governance optimisation.
  • Change Management – Driving adoption of transformation initiatives.


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