*This role will support Finance projects and processes.*
*Must work onsite in Woburn, MA 3 days/week*
The Project Manager plays a critical role in ensuring the successful completion of the Global Finance Transformation roadmap. The Project Manager supports Finance’s Global Process Owners by managing projects, identifying and responding to risks and issues, preparing status updates and delivering projects on time and within budget.
Responsibilities
• Manage projects related to our Global Finance Transformation from inception to successful implementation
• Assist Global Process Owners in developing project roadmaps
• Define project objectives, scope, and level of effort in alignment with our Global Finance Transformation goals
• Assign duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority to project personnel.
• Establish a work plan for each project phase and arrange for recruitment or assignment of project personnel.
• Prepare and present status reports to working groups and Finance leadership
• Monitor plan to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Track and identify response plans for risks and issues.
• Review project proposals to determine time frame, funding limitations, staffing requirements, and allotment of available departmental resources to various project phases
• Populate resource management system with resource allocations
• Adhere to best project management practices and methodologies, such as Professional Management Institute.
• Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Finance, Program Management, or related discipline or equivalent work experience required. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
• 5-7 years of experience in a project-oriented environment required; experience working on Finance process improvements and Finance IT projects preferred.
• Proficiency in project management tools required; Experience with Smartsheet a plus
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present ideas and suggestions clearly and effectively.
• Ability to work with different functional groups and levels of employees to effectively and professionally achieve results.
• Strong organizational skills; ability to accomplish multiple tasks within the agreed upon timeframes through effective prioritization of duties and functions in a fast-paced environment.