Project Manager

Project Manager

Position Overview

This role is heavily focused on digital and business process transformation, with approximately 75% of responsibilities centered on leading or supporting cross‑functional initiatives that re-engineer finance capabilities, systems, and processes. The remaining up to 25% may involve operational engagement to maintain subject‑matter expertise and support financial cycles.

Key Responsibilities

Transformational Leadership (Primary Focus – ~75%)

• Lead or support medium‑scale functional or cross‑functional projects using formal transformation methodologies, tools, templates, and processes.
• Drive digital and business process transformation efforts focused on finance systems, transactions, and capabilities.
• Manage relationships with process owners, operational leaders, project sponsors, and other key stakeholders to ensure alignment on project goals, scope, timelines, deliverables, and trade‑offs from project ideation through closure.
• Proactively identify, escalate, and resolve project issues in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Coach, mentor, and oversee project team members, SMEs, and designers—ensuring accountability for achieving milestones on time and with high quality.
• Provide guidance and work direction to teams of approximately 4–7 individuals.

Operational Support (Secondary Focus – up to 25%)

• Engage in current-state processes to maintain operational understanding and provide subject‑matter expertise.
• Balance operational insight with ongoing transformation efforts, particularly during critical financial cycles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Management Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field.
• 7+ years of relevant professional experience; 3–5 years of transformation-related experience required.
• Advanced understanding of complex accounting practices, processes, and principles.
• Proven experience leading or implementing enterprise-level financial business process improvements.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to “tell the story” and translate complex technical or financial concepts into clear business terms.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively within large, diverse, cross-functional project teams.
• Experience with formal business process transformation tools and methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma, project management, process analysis, business architecture, or process design. Certifications in these areas are a plus.

Work Environment & Benefits

This organization is deeply committed to creating a positive, inclusive work environment where employees feel valued and supported. The culture emphasizes work‑life balance, continuous improvement, doing the right thing, and taking pride in high‑quality work.

The total rewards package includes, but is not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account contributions
• Paid holidays and PTO
• 401(k) plan with company contributions
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement opportunities
• A collaborative, people‑focused culture
• Volunteer opportunities during work hours
• Environmentally conscious business practices
• Opportunities for long-term career growth within a large, nationwide organization

• Remote, with some in-office required (1-2 days every 2 weeks estimated for stand-ups, company town halls, finance / team meetings)
• We are only considering candidates in the states of Minnesota or Wisconsin due to in-office requirement

• $100,000 - $130,000/year
• Bonus Eligible

MaxSalary: USD130000
MinSalary: USD100000