Financial Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Robert Half Management Resources is recruiting for a strong Finance Project Manager to support our client on a 4–6-month remote engagement beginning immediately. The Financial Project Manager must have a deep foundation in Finance and Accounting, and also the ability to work with the technology team to help optimize Workday ERP and Adaptive Planning.

Responsibilities :

• Act as a strategic advisor to the finance department, aligning business goals with technical solutions for Workday Financial Management and Adaptive Planning.
• Identify opportunities to maximize the value of Workday investments by implementing process improvements and adopting new modules.
• Serve as a communication bridge between finance teams and technical teams, ensuring business requirements are effectively translated into technical solutions.
• Oversee and manage operational issues by reviewing and resolving tickets submitted through the service desk platform.
• Participate in sprint planning and review sessions to stay informed about development progress and ensure alignment with financial objectives.
• Contribute to the strategic planning process by evaluating financial systems and recommending enhancements to improve performance.
• Provide insights and recommendations for leveraging Workday and Adaptive platforms to support new financial initiatives.
• Ensure timely resolution of system-related issues in collaboration with application administrators.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to optimize financial workflows and reporting capabilities.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience as a Financial Project Manager or in similar roles.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Workday Financial Management modules such as Financial Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Procurement, Expense Management, and Adaptive Planning.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven experience in system implementation / enhancements, including analyzing business requirements and aligning them with technical solutions.
• Expertise in account reconciliation, month-end close processes, and annual revenue analysis.
• Solid understanding of financial systems and workflows, with the ability to recommend and implement improvements.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.