Working Capital

The team

The working capital team is a group of dedicated specialists for cash and working capital optimization. It helps our clients by identifying, evaluating and prioritizing actionable improvements to liberate significant cash from working capital. We assist organizations in their transition to a cash-focused culture. Working Capital identifies areas for improvement in cash management processes through exhaustive analytics and value stream mapping. The team helps in implementing the redesigned processes through a robust delivery methodology.

We also often work on international assignments involving cross-border as well as cross-service line teams requiring our people to build wide networks across the international firm.

Your work profile

In our Transaction Services Working Capital Team you'll build and nurture positive working relationships with teams and clients with the intention to exceed client expectations: -

You will be a vital member of the team managing and executing projects. You would also be involved in developing analytics solutions, frameworks, etc. to drive delivery efficiency. It will be your job to work with onsite teams and clients to identify cash flow improvement opportunities through advanced analytics along with driving change management.

The role will include the following activities:

• Lead and manage a team of junior members, along with developing, maintaining and leveraging relationships with relevant stakeholders
• Quickly developing an understanding of the target business and its drivers
• Interpretation, evaluation and analysis of financial data of the clients specifically around receivables, payables and inventory
• Working on data transformation and visualization tools like Excel, Alteryx & Power BI
• Production of quality deliverables (including Excel and Powerpoint documents) within agreed timescales, briefing Partner/Director/Senior Manager/Manager accordingly.
• Business development - drive client pursuits, including presentations and client meetings.
• Contribute to our practice development initiatives, supporting the continued focus on our team as a great place to work.
• Be part of cross border teams from 2 to 10 on engagements lasting from just a few days to several months
• Work with some of the most intellectually stimulating clients
• Assist clients from large multinationals, private equity houses to owner managed businesses
• Longer term, potential opportunities for international secondment
• Build relationships with Deloitte offices globally and demonstrate knowledge of regional practices

Desired qualifications

A bachelors degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Computer Science, or Analytics and 10+ years of related work experience

MBA is preferred

• Significant management consulting experience
• Track record of delivering performance improvement projects related to supply chain/inventory optimization, sourcing/procurement or sales/accounts receivable that deliver tangible results (cost reduction, increased cash flow, etc.)
• Strong understanding of cash flow metrics and working capital operational levers
• Demonstrated deep expertise in one of three major business workstreams (order to cash, procure to pay, forecast to fulfil)
• Proven ability to mobilize large teams and manage projects from inception to execution.
• Strong analytics mindset and experience with common analytics tools: Excel, Access, Alteryx, Power BI/Tableau, etc.
• Business development experience in leading end to end pursuits.
• Excellent academic track record
• Transaction experience/exposure would be an advantage
• Strong report writing and reviewing skills, with an appropriate focus on attention to detail, conciseness and risk management
• Strong commercial acumen and market awareness
• Focused on high quality service
• Fluency in written & verbal English

Location and way of working

• Base location: Mumbai/Gurgaon
• This profile does not involve extensive travel for work.
• Hybrid is our default way of working. Each domain has customised the hybrid approach to their unique needs.