Finance Project Manager

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our client's team and to lead end-to-end delivery of enterprise Finance Technology initiatives across SAP and related finance systems. This role is ideal for a strategic, hands-on leader who thrives in complex, global environments and brings deep expertise in SAP Finance, governance, and compliance-driven delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Lead full lifecycle delivery of Finance Technology initiatives across SAP and adjacent finance systems from intake and planning through deployment and stabilization

Partner closely with Finance process owners, Finance Technology solution leads, ERP teams, Enterprise Services, and external vendors to ensure clear scope, accountability, and measurable outcomes

Develop and manage integrated project plans spanning business process design, system configuration, integrations, testing, data migration, and cutover activities

Embed compliance-by-design principles across all phases of delivery, ensuring alignment with SOX, audit, and internal control requirements

Coordinate cross-functional dependencies across SAP Finance modules (GL, AP, AR, Fixed Assets, Intercompany) and related applications such as BlackLine, Kyriba, tax solutions, and procurement tools

Drive disciplined project governance including executive-ready reporting, risk and issue management, dependency tracking, and decision escalation

Facilitate steering committees, design reviews, readiness checkpoints, and key stakeholder forums

Oversee system integrators and vendor partners to ensure delivery against scope, timelines, quality standards, and contractual commitments

Partner with Finance and Technology stakeholders to drive change management, communications, training coordination, and adoption planning

Ensure smooth transition from project delivery to operational support, with clear handoffs to run and support teams

Required Qualifications & Experience
10+ years of progressive experience delivering enterprise Finance Technology initiatives, ideally within global or multi-region environments

Strong project management experience leading complex SAP Finance programs

Solid understanding of SAP Finance and its role in core finance processes, including Record-to-Report (R2R), Procure-to-Pay (P2P), and Order-to-Cash (O2C)

Proven experience delivering projects involving SOX-relevant systems, internal controls, testing cycles, and audit interactions

Demonstrated ability to translate Finance business requirements into structured execution plans and delivery roadmaps

Experience managing complex system integrations and data dependencies across SAP and non-SAP platforms

Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence cross-functionally across Finance, IT, and third-party partners

Experience operating within a PMO framework while applying appropriate rigor based on project size and risk

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level reporting

Highly organized with strong attention to detail, risk awareness, and accountability

Education & Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field

Formal project management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, Agile/Hybrid PM) preferred

SOX, audit, or financial controls training or hands-on experience strongly preferred