Sr. Project Manager Accounting Systems

Senior Project Manager - Finance & Accounting Systems

Overview:
Seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead strategic technology initiatives focused on modernizing and integrating Finance and Accounting systems. This role will oversee cross-functional efforts involving platforms such as JD Edwards (JDE) and Medius (Accounts Payable), ensuring effective collaboration between IT and Business Operations. The ideal candidate brings 7+ years of ERP-related project leadership experience, particularly within mid-sized organizational transformations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead planning and execution of technology projects related to Finance and Accounting systems and processes.


• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, business case, ROI, resource needs, and vendor deliverables.


• Apply and enhance project management standards and frameworks.


• Partner with IT, Finance, Accounting, and Procurement teams to document project goals, scope, ROI, resource requirements, and change management plans.


• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, ensuring team alignment on timelines and dependencies.


• Manage system upgrades, data quality improvements, and feature optimization for Finance and Accounting platforms.


• Drive enhancements in billing, cost analytics, and decision support systems through automation and improved data integrity.


• Communicate proactively with internal teams, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure coordinated execution and transparency.


• Support change management efforts including communication, training, and deployment planning.


• Utilize collaboration tools such as Smartsheet, Box, Google Workspace, Zoom, Lucidchart, PowerPoint, and Jira.


• Coordinate with QA teams to ensure quality delivery through testing and validation, including User Acceptance Testing (UAT).


• Uphold project management best practices across scope, risk, schedule, and stakeholder management.


• Translate business requirements into detailed functional and technical documentation.


• Develop transition plans for system support and ROI tracking post-implementation.


• Conduct project health assessments and lessons learned reviews.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, MIS, or related field.


• Active Project Management certification (PMP preferred; Prince2 considered).


• Strong understanding of ERP systems (preferably JD Edwards), Finance/Accounting modules, GAAP, and data integration.


• Proven experience in deploying Finance and Accounting reporting and analytics platforms.


• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.


• Skilled in executive-level presentations and stakeholder engagement.


• Experience with Smartsheet and Jira; ability to tailor project reports as needed.


• Familiarity with Change Management frameworks (e.g., PROSCI, ADKAR).


• Ability to manage multiple projects with discretion and confidentiality.

Core Competencies:

• Initiative: Takes proactive steps to accomplish tasks with minimal supervision.


• Resilience: Perseveres through challenges and recovers from setbacks.


• Insight: Synthesizes information to identify new opportunities.


• Engagement: Communicates persuasively and connects with others effectively.


• Teamwork: Collaborates authentically and shares information openly.


• Strategic Thinking: Aligns personal and team goals with broader business objectives.


• Dedication: Pursues excellence with humility and accountability.


• Curiosity: Embraces learning and feedback to grow professionally.


• Problem-Solving: Analyzes and resolves issues to support organizational goals.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.