Project Manager - Banking

VAM Systems; Manama; On-site; BHD 14,000 - 17,500; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in Bahrain is looking for an experienced Project Manager to oversee the Account Profitability Project. The ideal candidate will possess an MBA in Accounting & Engineering and have 7-10 years of project management experience, including certification as PMP or Scrum Master. This role offers the opportunity to shape project execution in alignment with finance goals and involves managing cross-functional teams across IT and business units.

Qualifications

• 7 - 10 years of experience in project management.
• PMP or Scrum Master certification required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of the Account Profitability Project.
• Serve as the main point of contact between IT and business units.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans using Agile and Waterfall approaches.
• Coordinate cross-functional IT teams and resources.
• Ensure compliance with internal governance frameworks.
• Monitor and report on project budgets and financial performance.
• Identify, track, and manage project risks and dependencies.
• Capture lessons learned and implement best practices.

Skills

Entrepreneurial Thinking

Demonstrating Tenacity and Perseverance

Championing Customer Needs

Managing Risk

Learning Quickly

Driving for Results

Supporting Organizational Goals

Data Management

Data Access and Reporting

Data Planning

Account Management

Financial Management

Issue Resolution

Project Management

Data Modeling Tools

Presentation Skills

Document Preparation

Focus Groups

Business Requirements Definition

Business Acumen

Budget Preparation and Reporting

Research

Vendor Management

Education

MBA Accounting & Engineering

Tools

Project Management Software

Job description

Overview

VAM Systems is currently looking for a Project Manager for our Bahrain operations with the following skillsets & terms and conditions:

Qualifications

• Qualification: MBA Accounting & Engineering
• Certifications Required: PMP or Scrum Master
• Experience: 7 - 10 years

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of the Account Profitability Project from the IT side, ensuring alignment with Finance goals and business value.
• Serve as the main point of contact between IT and business units including Finance, Risk, PMO, and other stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans using Agile and Waterfall approaches, ensuring timely execution of milestones.
• Work closely with the Head of Applications Management to coordinate cross-functional IT teams and resources.
• Ensure all project activities comply with internal governance frameworks, PMO standards, and audit requirements.
• Monitor and report on project budgets, actuals, and financial performance, ensuring cost control and value delivery.
• Identify, track, and manage project risks, blockers, and dependencies, escalating issues as needed.
• Manage the full lifecycle of the Project from the IT side, ensuring alignment with Finance goals and business value.
• Capture lessons learned and implement best practices to enhance future project delivery and team performance.

Skills

• Entrepreneurial Thinking
• Demonstrating Tenacity and Perseverance
• Championing Customer Needs
• Managing Risk
• Learning Quickly
• Driving for Results
• Managing Risk
• Supporting Organizational Goals
• Data Management
• Data Access and Reporting
• Data Planning
• Account Management
• Financial Management
• Issue Resolution
• Project Management
• Data Modeling Tools
• Presentation Skills
• Document Preparation
• Focus Groups
• Business Requirements Definition
• Business Acumen
• Financial Management
• Budget Preparation and Reporting
• Research
• Vendor Management

Terms and conditions

Joining time frame: (15 - 30 days)