Lead Manager - IT Project Management
About the Role
The primary purpose of the IT Project Lead Manager role is to ensure the delivery of single or multiple projects across one or more departments. The IT Project Lead Manager must do this within scope, quality, and time and cost constraints. It also includes management of risks and project change requests to ensure successful and project delivery.
You Will:
- Review project proposals or plans to determine a time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing projects, staffing requirements and the assignment of available departmental resources to several project phases.
- Full project life cycle ownership: successful project delivery will include full implementation from initiation to deployment for one major or several minor initiatives simultaneously.
- Review/approve the work plan of an external service provider, or consultancy, contracted to complete the project.
- Provide monthly project metrics and ensure agreed KPIs are met.
- Participate in establishing practices, templates, policies, tools and partnerships to expand and mature these capabilities for the team.
- Provide on-site leadership for the project team by building and motivating team members to meet project goals, adhering to their responsibilities and project milestones.
- Address vendor and client complaints in a respectful manner ensuring that IT maintains a positive image and provides high-quality services.
- Be a coach to project managers, executives and others who need assistance regarding project management practices.
You Have:
- 5+ years of project management experience, including tracking and planning projects.
- 5+ years of experience working with business partners within a matrix environment.
- Experience leading diverse teams.
How We Support You:
We provide flexibility to help you achieve a good work-life balance. You'll be part of a global, diverse team who foster an environment of inclusion and belonging where you are valued for who you are and where you come from.
We offer benefit options in and out of the workplace, including healthcare, retirement, paid time-off, parental leave, and an employee assistance program. We provide resources that support your mental health and evolve our offerings to meet your needs. We care about our employees' welfare and focus our benefits package on the benefits which support your wellbeing. We also recognize that everyone has different priorities, so in addition to our core benefits to support your health we offer flexible options for you to choose benefits that are right for you, your family, and your lifestyle.
We believe in non-stop learning and are committed to investing in learning opportunities that help you reach your full potential and support your continued development.
About Us:
At The Association, a Great Place to Work-Certified company, we are transforming the accounting and finance profession. We are future-focused, empowering the world's most accomplished accountants to stay relevant, meet today's demands, and prepare for tomorrow's challenges through quality education, resources, and training.
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We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
This role is not intended to be based and/or filled in NYC and therefore the salary is not published. If you are an NYC resident and wish to be considered for this opportunity, please reach out to the recruiter listed on the posting and they will be happy to provide you any further information. Additionally, we are not presently able to hire in California.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Association of International Certified Professional Accountants is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
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