PMO(Finance)

Unison Consulting Pte Ltd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong finance background. You will oversee project governance, ensure compliance, and facilitate stakeholder management for finance-related initiatives. The ideal candidate holds a relevant degree and has extensive experience in project management within finance. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project management or PMO roles within a finance function.
• Strong understanding of financial processes, systems, and controls.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain PMO standards, methodologies, and best practices for finance projects.
• Monitor project performance, timelines, budgets, and risks.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Project Governance

Financial Analysis

Stakeholder Management

Risk Management

Portfolio Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field

MBA or CPA preferred

Tools

MS Project

JIRA

Smartsheet

Job description

Responsibilities

• Project Governance & Oversight
• Establish and maintain PMO standards, methodologies, and best practices for finance projects.
• Monitor project performance, timelines, budgets, and risks.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements.
• Financial Planning & Analysis
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial tracking for finance transformation initiatives.
• Analyze financial data to assess project viability and ROI.
• Collaborate with Finance and Accounting teams to ensure accurate reporting.
• Stakeholder Management
• Act as a liaison between Finance, IT, and other business units.
• Facilitate communication and reporting to senior leadership and steering committees.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure alignment with business goals.
• Portfolio Management
• Maintain a centralized view of all finance-related projects.
• Prioritize initiatives based on strategic value, resource availability, and risk.
• Provide regular updates and dashboards to leadership.
• Risk & Issue Management
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Track and resolve project issues in collaboration with project teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field (MBA or CPA preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in project management or PMO roles within a finance function.
• Strong understanding of financial processes, systems, and controls.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Smartsheet).
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or similar certification is a plus