Senior Manager Finance – Project Management

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Position Summary

The Senior Manager Finance Project Management position plays a pivotal role in supporting the efficient execution of projects within the Finance of the Future Program. Reporting directly to the Associate Director Finance Portfolio Management, the Senior Manager Finance Project Management will support projects that optimizing finance processes, driving efficiency and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. The successful candidate will be a detail-oriented, organized and proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership:

• Lead and manage Finance projects/initiatives from initiation to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Assist in resolving escalated project issues and risks, fostering collaboration and facilitating communication among project stakeholders.

Subject Matter Expertise:

• Serve as Finance subject matter expert, providing guidance to project team members.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes to ensure Finance compliance and effectiveness.

Change Management:

• Lead change management initiatives related to Finance process improvements, ensuring seamless transitions and user adoption.
• Develop and deliver training programs to Finance staff and stakeholders.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Foster strong working relationships with Finance of the Future global program team members, department heads, and external partners to drive successful project outcomes.
• Act as a liaison between Finance and other departments to ensure alignment of project goals with organizational objectives.

Risk and Issue Management:

• Proactively identify, assess and mitigate project and portfolio risks.
• Support in developing and implementing risk mitigation strategies.
• Monitor project risks and issues and provide status updates.

Budget Tracking:

• Assist in tracking project budgets and expenses.
• Collaborate with the finance department to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Assist in preparing financial reports related to project expenditures.

Quality Assurance:

• Assist in maintaining project quality standards and adherence to best practices.
• Participate in quality reviews and audits as required.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Foster positive relationships with key stakeholders, including executives, department heads and project sponsors.
• Communicate portfolio status, progress and performance to stakeholders