Grant Thornton (US)

Finance Manager

Grant Thornton (US)

full-time

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Origin:  • 🇺🇸 United States • Illinois

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Salary

💰 $136,000 - $204,000 per year

Job Level

SeniorLead

Tech Stack

PMPSaltStack

About the role

  • Lead project management of strategic finance initiatives, including M&A integration, process optimization, and operational transformation
  • Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and status reports to ensure accountability and transparency
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams to drive execution and resolve issues quickly
  • Support the CFO and senior finance leaders with executive-level presentations, briefings, and decision-support materials
  • Facilitate effective communication and information flow across Finance and Accounting teams
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement scalable solutions
  • Demonstrate adaptability and emotional intelligence in navigating diverse stakeholder needs and team dynamics
  • Maintain momentum on broader transformation efforts and ensure seamless integration of financial processes, systems, and reporting structures
  • Report to the Chief of Staff within the Office of the CFO

Requirements

  • Undergraduate degree in Business, Finance, or related field
  • PMP or similar project management certification preferred
  • 10+ years of experience in project management, finance operations, transformation, or management consulting
  • Strong proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, MS Project, Asana) and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset
  • Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously
  • Experience working in a matrixed environment and driving results across functions
  • Highly organized, agile project manager with the ability to synthesize complex information into actionable plans