Lead Project Manager - Tax Transformation

Lead, Project Manager

Are you energized by guiding strategic initiatives and orchestrating cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact technology solutions? Join Deloitte's US Tax Transformation Technology Team to help transform global tax business through digital innovation. As we shift from "doing digital" to "being digital," your expertise will ensure complex projects are delivered on time, within scope, and with maximum business value. Work You'll Do As a Lead, Project Manager, in the Tax Transformation Technology Team, you will take ownership of key workstreams within larger technological initiatives, drive operational excellence, and ensure project tasks are delivered on time and within scope. You'll act as a subject matter resource for junior staff, empower cross-functional teams, and advance your leadership skills through increasing responsibility.

Core Responsibilities

• Project Delivery
• Lead defined workstreams or smaller-scale projects aligned to broader tax technology transformation goals.
• Coordinate the end-to-end delivery of project tasks, from requirements gathering and resource planning through execution and closure.
• Ensure deliverables meet quality standards, timelines, and stakeholder expectations.
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Serve as daily liaison among business partners, technology teams, and stakeholders, ensuring alignment on priorities and progress.
• Facilitate planning sessions, status meetings, and issue resolution forums.
• Risk, Issue, and Change Management
• Proactively identify project risks and obstacles; escalate or resolve as appropriate.
• Support change management activities including communications, training, and adoption support.
• Mentorship & Best Practices
• Provide guidance to Analysts / Consultants; share expertise in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.).
• Contribute to process improvement efforts and knowledge sharing within the project management community.
• Reporting and Communication
• Prepare, review, and present regular status updates and project documentation, ensuring stakeholders are informed and engaged.

The Team

Deloitte Tax LLP's Tax Transformation Office (TTO) drives innovation across enterprise technology, tools, and processes to deliver high-value tax services. The team features backgrounds in tax, technology, change management, and project management, promoting diverse perspectives in process, tool development, and client engagement.

Qualifications and Skills Required

Ability to perform job responsibilities within a hybrid work model that requires US Tax professionals to co-locate in person 2 - 3 days per week. Bachelor's degree in business, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field. 3+ years' experience in project management, technology delivery, consulting, or a similar environment, preferably in professional services. Demonstrated proficiency with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Smartsheet, or similar tools). Ability to travel up to 10%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries / sectors you serve. Limited sponsorship may be available. One of the following active accreditations obtained, in process, or willing and able to obtain : Licensed CPA in state of practice / primary office if eligible to sit for the CPA. If not CPA eligible : Licensed Attorney. Enrolled Agent. Technology Certifications : AWS Certified Solutions Architect. CBAP - Certified Business Analysis Professional. Certified in Risk and Information Systems Controls (CRISC). Certified SAFe Advanced Scrum Master. Certified SAFe Scrum Master. ITIL Certification. Microsoft Azure. Program Management Professional (PgMP). Project Management Professional (PMP) Preferred : Experience within the tax, finance, or professional services sectors. Proven track record of supporting or leading technology or transformation projects. Familiarity with both Agile and Waterfall methodologies. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Effective communicator and facilitator with the ability to influence stakeholders at multiple levels. Exposure to emerging technologies such as cloud, data analytics, or cybersecurity.

At Deloitte, Senior Project Managers are instrumental in turning strategy into action and nurturing the next generation of leaders. Advance your career by delivering high-impact technology projects and shaping the future of tax transformation. The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $91,350 to $193,440. You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.