Finance Project Lead - Forecasting, Controls & Strategy

The Home Depot; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Home Depot in New York is seeking a Project Leader, Finance to lead key finance projects and prepare forecasts for financial decisions. You will drive project scope, schedule and cost control, communicate with stakeholders, and identify risks with mitigation plans.

You will capture lessons learned, foster a collaborative environment, and coordinate with a Sr Finance Manager for project delivery. This role requires strong Excel/Access/PowerPoint skills and finance background.

Qualifications

• Must have strong working knowledge of Excel, Access and PowerPoint.
• Bachelor's degree in finance or related field is required or equivalent.
• MBA preferred for advanced financial analysis and corporate finance exposure.

Responsibilities

• 40% PROJECT CONTROL - Develops a plan for controlling scope, schedule and cost and monitors execution.
• 30% PROJECT COMMUNICATIONS - Creates status reports and presents project reviews to senior leadership.
• 10% PROJECT RISK ASSESSMENT - Defines risks and mitigation plans and escalates as needed.
• 10% PROJECT LESSONS LEARNED - Captures lessons learned and applies them to future projects.
• 10% PROJECT ENVIRONMENT - Ensures staffing and inclusive environment for project teams.

Skills

Excel

Access

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance or related field

MBA

Job description

The Home Depot in New York is seeking a Project Leader, Finance to lead key finance projects and prepare forecasts for financial decisions. You will drive project scope, schedule and cost control, communicate with stakeholders, and identify risks with mitigation plans.

You will capture lessons learned, foster a collaborative environment, and coordinate with a Sr Finance Manager for project delivery. This role requires strong Excel/Access/PowerPoint skills and finance background.