Sr. Change Delivery Lead - Accounting/Finance

Job#: 3025820

Job Description:

Apex Systems, a World-Class Technology Solutions Provider, is seeking applicants for the below position on behalf of our client. Please apply if interested and qualified. Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Position: Sr. Change Delivery Lead

Required: Experience in a financial/accounting group, within a bank

Location: Charlotte, NC

On-Site Requirement: 100% on-site

Duration: April through October 2026

Type: W2 contract, paid hourly

Industry: Banking

W2 Contract Pay: $75-95/hr, negotiable based on experience

Responsibilities:

Responsible for managing the change intake and governance function for the Finance organization and delivering multiple complex programs/projects that support the overall strategic objectives of Finance. Provides oversight and leadership to cross-functional teams to execute on concurrent projects of large size and ensures standard intake and project protocols are met. This teammate possesses expert knowledge of the processes in the assigned portfolio and is a key contributor to line of business' success.

Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.

1. Manages the change intake and governance function for the Finance organization and Business Change Lead (BCL) function, including ensuring change policy compliance, emerging project prioritization and funding, completion of project approvals/set up processes, and reporting on the Finance change portfolio.

2. Manages processes to proactively identify and review emerging bodies of work across the company that may impact Finance/require additional Finance team engagement.

3. Support the delivery of strategic priorities and reporting needs, including special project intake/execution management, collaborating with senior leadership to create updates/materials for executive/risk/strategy reviews, etc.

4. Leads and influences cross functional teams to effectively support the Finance change portfolio, including throughout intake and in executing strategic projects in project/program manager and/or support capacities.

5. Oversees and/or prepares and maintains necessary intake, project, and Finance function materials and artifacts. Ensures documentation has appropriate level of traceability, tracking all impacts to completion and knowledge delivery to impacted audiences.

6. As appropriate, systematically review components of processes/programs to identify potential areas of improvement based on cost/benefit analysis, client impact and/or regulatory requirement. Identify and systematize best practices to reduce unneeded process variation and improve service quality and efficiency.

7. Establishes and maintains relationships with all stakeholders ensuring coordination across cross-functional teams and obtains leadership support and buy-in of proposals and delivery plans.

8. Will serve as an individual contributor with ownership of processes and multiple complex project portfolios and will have indirect leadership of junior level internal and external resources, directing their day-to-day project activities and reviewing their work including providing project-related performance reviews to their direct leader. May manage a team providing a cohesive, inclusive, team-oriented culture aligned with the client purpose, mission, and values.

Must Haves:

1. Bachelor's degree in a business-related field, or equivalent education and related training

2. 3-5 years of experience within a Finance organization (for familiarity with the organization's typical core functions, responsibilities, stakeholders, etc.)

3. 10 years of experience in consulting, project management or process improvement related role

4. Advanced understanding of project management framework and demonstrated ability to implement large scale initiatives and ability to bring clarity to ambiguous assignments

5. Demonstrated superior understanding of business and technology organization, resources, priorities, needs and policies

6. Thorough background of leading/applying process improvement methodologies (e.g., LEAN Six Sigma)

7. Experience with Waterfall and Agile project management methodologies

8. Sound working knowledge of holistic banking/investment platforms, products, services, operations, finance and systems

9. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

10. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with ability to influence others and facilitate difficult conversations with executive and senior-level leadership and facilitate large-scale meetings

11. Demonstrated ability to analyze complex problems, devise solutions and make decisions under pressure.

12. Ability and willingness to learn and adapt as the needs of the job change

13. Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications, such as Microsoft Office software products/Copilot

Desired Skills (candidates with the below will be prioritized):

1. Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

2. Process Improvement Professional (e.g. Six Sigma certification)

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.