Senior Expert Project Manager

Senior Expert Project Manager (Financial Systems)

New York NY Hybrid In office 3 days a week

Must be a US Citizen or Green Card Holder

This is a 6 Month Contract NO C2C

Please do not submit IT/Technical Project Managers who have some background in Finance or Managing Project Financials. The ideal candidate should possess a robust background in financial management demonstrating proficiency in Overseeing/Owning comprehensive financial responsibilities including budgeting and forecasting along with complete experience in project lifecycle. The candidate should excel in the complete realm of finance and accounting.

Experience with Planview and Oracle is MUST!

Responsibilities:

• Financial Management: Manage and maintain project financials including budgeting & forecasting.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Collaborate with tech product owners & project managers to develop project budgets and forecasts. Monitor and analyze project financial performance identify & document variances.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare and distribute regular financial reports to leadership highlighting key financial metrics variances and trends. Provide insights and analysis to support decisionmaking and ensure transparency and accountability.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with technical product managers & project managers to provide financial guidance and support. Communicate financial information effectively and build strong relationships with project teams and stakeholders.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation in financial management. Streamline financial processes enhance data accuracy and integrity and leverage technology tools to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.
• Project Governance: Maintain project governance processes and standards. Ensure adherence to project management methodologies frameworks and best practices. Develop and implement project management policies procedures and templates.
• Resource Management: Assist in resource allocation and capacity planning. Coordinate with project managers to ensure appropriate resource availability and utilization.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct quality reviews and audits to ensure compliance with project management standards and requirements. Identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions. Facilitate lessons learned sessions and knowledge sharing.
• PMO Support: Provide administrative and operational support to the PMO. Maintain project management tools templates and repositories.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement and optimization within the PMO.
• PMO Governance and Compliance: Ensure compliance with organizational policies standards and regulatory requirements. Support internal and external audits by providing accurate and complete project documentation. Maintain PMO governance frameworks and controls.

Qualifications/Skillset:

Bachelors degree in finance Accounting or a related field.

Proven experience in project financial management budgeting and forecasting.

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

Proficiency in financial management software and tools.

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

Attention to detail and ability to work with complex data.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements.

Professional certifications such as CPA or CFA are a plus.

Proven experience in project management or PMO roles.

Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and frameworks (e.g. Agile Waterfall).

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities: (Hiring Companies ATS Questions):

1. Do you have experience with Planview and Oracle is MUST!

2. Do you have proven experience in financial management roles demonstrating a strong understanding of financial principles and practices including developing implementing and monitoring budgets as well as experience in forecasting financial trends.

3. Have you Owned and Managed complete financials including oversight of financial statements financial reports.

4. Do you have experience with Planview Project Management tool.

5. Do you have possession of a bachelors degree in finance accounting or a related field

6. Do you have proven experience in project management or PMO roles

7. Do you have relevant professional certifications such as CPA or CFA. Preferred

8. Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder. (

Remote Work :

No