Finance Project Manager

HUB International; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Finance Project Manager, where you will lead major initiatives within the finance department. This remote role offers the opportunity to work with cross-functional teams, driving projects from inception to completion. You'll develop project plans, engage with executive stakeholders, and ensure successful outcomes while fostering collaboration across various departments. If you are passionate about innovation and thrive in a dynamic environment, this position is perfect for you, allowing you to make a significant impact in a rapidly evolving organization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project management and finance roles.
• Ability to develop detailed project plans and drive execution.

Responsibilities

• Develop project plans and timelines for finance initiatives.
• Drive engagement and momentum of projects with stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Finance and Accounting Knowledge

Cross-functional Team Collaboration

Risk Identification and Management

Education

4-year degree

MBA

PMP designation

Lean Six Sigma training

Job description

At HUB International, we are a team of entrepreneurs. We believe in protecting and supporting the aspirations of individuals, families, and businesses. We help our clients evaluate their risks and develop solutions tailored to their needs. We believe in empowering our employees to learn, grow, and make a difference.

Position Summary:

The Finance Project Manager will be responsible for helping organize and execute major initiatives for the finance department which typically include cross-functional teams within finance and external departments.

This role will report to our Director of Finance - PMO. This is a remote position.

Responsibilities:

• Develop project plans, timelines and outcome measures for initiatives working closely with initiative sponsor(s), working groups, regional and shared services Finance & Accounting departments.
• Aim to become an ambassador of the project(s) by understanding and becoming knowledgeable of the detailed workflows.
• Drive engagement and momentum of projects including identification and escalation of risks to completion.
• Measurement of project trajectory and ultimately the outcomes related to the initiative.
• Own related communications including to working group(s), project sponsor(s) and leadership level stakeholders (including C-level).
• Develop and maintain cross-functional relationships with all areas of finance & accounting and key stakeholders in Technology, Operations, Data Management, Legal and other areas.

Qualifications:

• Experience with diverse / cross functional teams including Finance & Accounting and Operations.
• Exposure and background with finance / accounting; ideally project management experience related to financial operations and improvement of controls.
• Exposure to executive level stakeholders including prior project sponsor relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to develop detailed plans, scoping / requirements documents and timelines and drive to execution targets.
• 4-year degree required; MBA, PMP designation, Lean Six Sigma training or other project management specific experience a plus.
• 5+ years of experience within a corporate environment; ideally in a project management and/or finance role with an execution focus.

Join Our Team:

Do you believe in the power of innovation, collaboration, and transformation? Do you thrive in a supportive and client focused work environment? Are you looking for an opportunity to help build and drive change in a rapidly growing and evolving organization? When you join HUB International, you will be part of a community of learners and doers focused on our Core Values: entrepreneurship, teamwork, integrity, accountability, and service.