Lead Financial Strategist
Corpay
Lead Financial Strategist
Corpay
Business payments platform formed via acquisitions
PositionOverview
Corpay India is looking to hire a Lead Financial Strategist within our Cross-Border division, supporting the payments line of business. This role works closely with business leaders, the Director of Financial Planning & Analytics, and senior management to deliver analytics and strategy that support sustainable revenue growth and customer retention.
What We Need
The Lead Financial Strategist is responsible for forecasting, modeling, and analysis that help identify risks, uncover opportunities, and enhance the sustainable profitability of the business. The role also supports business intelligence projects, prepares management presentations, and translates business concepts into meaningful, actionable analytics.
Stakeholder EngagementandProblemSolving
The incumbent will facilitate design and concept-gathering sessions, engage key stakeholders, and help drive strategic initiatives and projects. Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills are essential to identifying, communicating, and resolving issues effectively.
How We Work
As a Lead Financial Strategist,you will be expected to work from our office location in Chennai. Corpay will set you up for success by providing:
Assigned workspace in office set up
Company-issued equipment
Role Responsibilities
The responsibilities of the role will include:
Champion process improvements and automation to enhance cycle times, accuracy, and executive management visibility.
Collaborating with the different stakeholders and teams in managing strategic projects, delivering management presentations on key initiatives to the leadership team.
Lead performance management routines and convert results into actionable plans with owners and due dates.
Build scalable forecasting models and strengthen driver-based planning across functions or product lines.
Modeling to evaluate ROI and perform due diligence for acquisitions and mergers, while also providing support for integration projects post-acquisition.
Champion process improvements and automation to enhance cycle times, accuracy, and executive visibility.
Prioritize work and ensure delivery across competing deadlines and ad hoc requests.
Qualifications & Skills
Business Intelligence tools (Power BI)
Budgeting and Forecasting
Microsoft Office - PowerPoint, Excel, Word
Other requirements (nice to have):
Project Management
Experience in Consulting
Experience in Mergers and Acquisitions
Basic Knowledge of CRM (Salesforce)
Microsoft SQL, Visio, SharePoint
Contribute to strategic initiatives by offering financial expertise and analysis to assess investment opportunities and potential risks.
Analyze, track, and measure the impact of various ongoing revenue initiatives as part of the roles and responsibilities.
Analysis of key metrics and trends proactively to support customer revenue retention and growth.
Engage with essential stakeholders, senior management, and diverse levels within the sales organization to collect information and data points on key initiatives, facilitating the analysis of business performance.
Prepare and distribute precise and timely financial and business reports that bolster the decision-making capabilities of senior management and executives.
Identify opportunities and propose enhancements to existing processes, prioritizing increased efficiencies and the integration of value-added analytics.
Implement best practices in financial modeling, data analysis, and reporting to improve accuracy and reliability of forecasts.
Collaborate with the FP&A team to support revenue initiatives and analysis during the forecast and budget process as needed.
Facilitate the design, development, and upkeep of new reports while ensuring the maintenance of necessary management reports.
Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment, promoting knowledge sharing and continuous learning.
About Corpay
Corpay is a global technology organization that is leading the future of commercial payments with a culture of innovation that drives us to constantly create new and better ways to pay. Our specialized payment solutions help businesses control, simplify, and secure payment for fuel, general payables, toll and lodging expenses. Millions of people in over 80 countries around the world use our solutions for their payments.
At Corpay, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace where employees are valued for their diverse perspectives, experiences, and contributions. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion strengthen our teams, drive innovation, and support our continued success globally.
As part of our hiring process, offers of employment may be subject to the successful completion of pre-employment screening conducted by an authorized third-party provider, in accordance with applicable laws and Corpay policies. Screening requirements may include employment references, identity verification, criminal record checks, financial or sanctions screening, and other background checks relevant to the role and permitted by local law.
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Learn more about Corpay: https://www.corpay.com
Transparency & Compliance
Equal Opportunity Employer
Corpay is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Corpay is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where individuals are respected and valued for their diverse perspectives, experiences, and contributions. If you require reasonable accommodation during any part of the application or interview process, please notify a representative of the Human Resources Department.
Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring
Corpay may use artificial intelligence (AI) and other technology-enabled tools to support certain aspects of the recruitment process, such as application screening, candidate assessment, or interview scheduling. These tools are designed to enhance efficiency, consistency, and fairness throughout the hiring process. AI tools do not make final hiring decisions. All employment decisions involve human review. Corpay is committed to the responsible use of AI, including appropriate oversight and safeguards designed to support fair and unbiased outcomes.
Candidate Privacy Notice
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Pay Philosophy
Corpay is committed to fair, equitable, and transparent compensation practices. Compensation decisions are based on objective, job-related factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and market benchmarks. Where required by applicable law, salary or compensation ranges will be included in the job posting or provided prior to the interview process, where required by applicable law. Additional compensation elements such as bonuses, incentives, benefits, or variable pay may apply where applicable.
Corpay is a business payments company that helps organizations manage paying and getting paid through various payment methods. It started as FleetCor with fleet card services and then broadened into a full suite of corporate payment solutions, including accounts payable and other payment types. Its products work by integrating payment processing, card programs, and supplier payments into one platform, enabling companies to issue payments, control spending, automate workflows, and track cash flow. Corpay differentiates itself through growth via strategic acquisitions that expanded its market reach and product scope, allowing it to serve multiple sectors such as education, healthcare, hospitality, and manufacturing. The company’s goal is to be a leading provider of business payments, helping customers simplify and optimize how they pay and get paid across their organization.
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