RGP is a global consulting firm helping some of the most recognized companies in the world work differently. Our success comes from a shared belief in rolling up our sleeves and doing the hard work of solving complex challenges, executing plans and implementing technology to help transform organizations. Working as a consultant you will be connected to work that matters, putting your expertise to its best use while developing skills for the future. The result is a career defined by you, supported by RGP and built on tangible accomplishments.
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
As a Finance Transformation Project Management Consultant, you will provide end-to-end project management of global finance transformation initiatives spanning process re-engineering, automation, and technology enablement. Acting as a key liaison across Finance & Controllership, Engineering, Technology, and external partners, you will align systems, processes, controls, and reporting with enterprise goals, while managing workstreams, risks, dependencies, and delivery against scope, budget, and timelines.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE
- Lead global finance transformation initiatives, including process re-engineering, digital enablement (ERP upgrades, automation, RPA, AI-enabled solutions). Partner with key functional leaders to understand their objectives, technology roadmaps, and process changes aligning execution with business objectives and technology roadmaps.
- Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, including scope, milestones, dependencies, resources, risks, and deliverables, ensuring projects remain on track and aligned to organizational priorities. Establish appropriate project governance, sponsorship, and stakeholder alignment around project objectives, scope, solution, budget, and timelines.
- Day to day ownership of project delivery, proactively building trusted working relationships with finance functional leaders, business leaders, engineering and technology partners to drive alignment, increase collaboration and optimize project operations.
- Identify risks, dependencies and issues across the project. Develop mitigation strategies and coordinate mitigation actions to meet the broader organization goals, milestones and objectives.
- Clearly communicate project strategy, updates, escalation of risks/issues to project stakeholders, levels of management, including executive leadership teams across the finance organization.
- Establish and facilitate effective operating cadences, including project team meetings, status reviews, and governance forums, to maintain momentum and accelerate execution
- Leverage data and performance insights to measure outcomes, identify opportunities, and demonstrate the business impact of transformation initiatives.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor''s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or related field. MBA preferred.
- 10–15+ years of project or program management experience leading enterprise-scale finance and/or business process transformation initiatives in a global, cross-functional environment. PM certification is an advantage
- Experience in technology (SaaS, software, collaboration/ social platforms) is required.
- Proven experience leading complex transformation initiatives involving process optimization, technology implementations, automation, ERP, RPA, and/or AI-enabled solutions.
- Strong understanding of project and program management methodologies, including planning, execution, governance, and full project lifecycle management.
- Exceptional stakeholder management, influencing, and communication skills, with the ability to build alignment and drive decisions across senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
- Strong business acumen with demonstrated ability to manage ambiguity, navigate shifting priorities, and effectively manage risks, issues, and interdependencies.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused, with a strong track record of delivering against timelines and project objectives.
- Demonstrated ability to lead through influence, build credibility, and operate effectively without direct authority across multiple teams and global locations.
- Ability to operate autonomously while managing multiple priorities, applying strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong leadership presence and ability to effectively engage stakeholders and partners at all levels, including executive leadership.
- Results-oriented mindset with a high degree of ownership, accountability, and urgency to drive initiatives through completion.
THE RGP CONSULTING EXPERIENCE
RGP has a unique consulting model that provides opportunities for consultants to work in different ways. Most consultants work in a model where they have the flexibility and autonomy to choose projects aligning to their experience, skills and desired lifestyle. Other opportunities exist in team-based, strategy and solutions work. In all models, you will feel the full support of RGP to assist you in your work and guide you on your chosen path.
Equal Opportunity Employer
RGP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or veteran status, and encourage all applicants to apply.
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