Finance Project Leader: Forecasts, Controls & Reporting

The Home Depot; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Home Depot is seeking a Project Leader, Finance to drive key finance initiatives and deliver accurate forecasts to guide financial decisions. You will lead project control, communications, risk assessment, and lessons learned while ensuring a productive, inclusive project environment.

This role reports to the Sr Finance Manager and involves minimal travel. Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in corporate finance or retail, a Bachelor’s degree, and strong proficiency in Excel, Access, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• MBA preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in corporate finance or retail.

Responsibilities

• 40% PROJECT CONTROL - Develops a plan to control scope, schedule and cost; monitors execution and coordinates changes.
• 30% PROJECT COMMUNICATIONS - Plans distribution of information and delivers status reports to leadership.
• 10% PROJECT RISK ASSESSMENT - Defines risks and mitigations and escalates as needed.
• 10% PROJECT LESSONS LEARNED - Captures lessons and applies them to future projects.
• 10% PROJECT ENVIRONMENT - Ensures staffing and inclusive, productive team environment.

Skills

Excel

Access

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Home Depot is seeking a Project Leader, Finance to drive key finance initiatives and deliver accurate forecasts to guide financial decisions. You will lead project control, communications, risk assessment, and lessons learned while ensuring a productive, inclusive project environment.

This role reports to the Sr Finance Manager and involves minimal travel. Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in corporate finance or retail, a Bachelor’s degree, and strong proficiency in Excel, Access, and