Tech Stack
Cyber SecurityERPOraclePMP
About the role
- Lead and coordinate complex transaction and finance transformation projects focusing on capital markets initiatives.
- Coordinate CFGI services across projects including IPOs, acquisitions, divestitures, carve-outs, finance organization transformations, and technology implementations; overseeing technical accounting, SEC reporting, internal controls, finance transformation, and cybersecurity efforts.
- Work closely with CFGI partners and client leaders to develop and execute project plans, advise on the stand-up and delivery of PMOs, and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
- Effective communication, stakeholder management, and organizational skills will be imperative to your success in this role.
- What you might expect: Advise clients on best practices for planning and executing capital markets and finance transformation projects.
- Assist in developing and maintaining detailed project plans for complex transactions and client initiatives.
- Lead discussions with client stakeholders across multiple workstreams to ensure alignment and progress toward deliverables.
- Oversee the preparation of executive reporting materials and status updates for senior leadership.
- Advise and assist clients on the stand-up, structure, and delivery of a project management office (PMO).
- Identify and address project risks, issues, and scope changes, escalating as needed to leadership.
- Lead and mentor junior team members within the PMO and in your home market.
- Foster trusted relationships with stakeholders, acting as a strategic advisor and business partner.
- Maintain a professional and positive attitude in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting.
- Minimum of five years’ experience in audit or financial advisory services.
- Prior experience in a project management role within a professional services or consulting environment.
- Exceptional communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to think strategically while executing tactically in complex environments.
- Proven ability to successfully lead projects to completion within scope, timeline, and budget.
- Preferred: Active CPA license (or equivalent, e.g., Chartered Accountant) and/or Project Management certification (CAPM, PMP).
- Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Scrum, etc.).
- Knowledge of capital markets transactions and public company requirements, compliance, and operations.
- Familiarity with financial systems and ERP technologies (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics).
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects with changing priorities and deadlines.
- Proven experience leading multi-disciplinary teams across several workstreams.
- Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Monday.com, ClickUp).