Manager, Special Projects

Action Behavior Centers - ABA Therapy for Autism; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 Days PTO

10 Holidays + 2 flex days

Professional development

401K with company matching

Job summary

Action Behavior Centers (ABC) seeks a strategic Special Projects Manager to join the Finance & Strategy team in Austin, driving enterprise-wide decisions and coordinating with senior leaders across multiple functions. You will help shape major initiatives and ensure timely delivery.

Reporting to the SVP or Sr. Manager, you will collaborate with finance, operations, legal and clinical teams, offering growth opportunities and a competitive bonus structure within a fast-paced, mission-driven

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field (e.g., business, finance, data analytics, economics, etc.).
• 4+ years of experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, chief of staff or equivalent.
• Advanced with Microsoft Office (mainly Excel and PowerPoint); fluency with G Suite is preferred.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support cross-functional projects with senior leaders across finance, operations, legal and clinical teams to drive strategic initiatives.
• Co-develop project plans and ensure that teams are delivering on timelines.
• Build models and perform ad hoc analyses to support projects.
• Conduct thorough research into new and ambiguous topics.

Skills

Self-starter

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal communication

Multi-project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field

4+ years of experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, chief of staff or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Action Behavior Centers (ABC) delivers evidence-based applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy to children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Founded in Austin, TX in 2017, ABC has quickly grown to become the largest and leading provider of ABA therapy in the United States, with hundreds of centers across the country. We deliver transformative patient outcomes across our suite of autism services, including diagnostic support, 1:1 individualized Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention (EIBI), parent training, and school readiness programs. We are a fast-paced, private-equity backed company that is committed to providing high quality services to improve the lives of children and their families while providing our team members with a great culture that values their contribution daily.

Position Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and strategic Special Projects Manager to join our Finance & Strategy team at Action Behavior Centers. In this position, you will play a key role in leading cross-functional projects to drive enterprise-wide decisions. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work closely with senior leadership across various departments and the ability to influence decision-making and drive changes that will impact the company.

Position information

Title: Manager, Special Projects

Department: Finance & Strategy

Reports to: SVP, Finance & Strategy or Sr. Manager, Finance & Strategy depending on experience

Location: Austin, TX

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead and support cross-functional projects with senior leaders across finance, operations, legal and clinical teams to drive strategic initiatives, asking thoughtful questions along the way.
• Co-develop project plans and ensure that teams are delivering on timelines.
• Build models and perform ad hoc analyses to support projects.
• Conduct thorough research into new and ambiguous topics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field (e.g., business, finance, data analytics, economics, etc.).
• 4+ years of experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, chief of staff or equivalent experience.
• Advanced with Microsoft Office (mainly Excel and PowerPoint); fluency with G Suite is preferred.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

Critical Traits

• Self-starter who can excel in a fast-paced and challenging work environment.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Proficient at synthesizing ideas across multiple groups and topics.
• Strong interpersonal abilities and an ability to communicate effectively and succinctly, both verbally and on paper, with both leaders and cross functional team members.
• Excellent organization capabilities, including the ability to balance multiple high priority projects and meet tight deadlines.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Perks

• 10 Days of PTO, 10 Paid Holidays, 2 Flex Days + More with Tenure
• Student Loan Repayment Employer Contributions
• Maternity/Paternity Award of up to $3,000 & FSA Options for Childcare
• Door Dash Pass and Regional Night of Honors
• Up to $600 Student Loan Repayment Options & Tuition Discounts

Additional Rewards

• Professional development: we want to pour into you as you pour into ABC
• Leadership opportunities: To be the best, we have to continually keep learning and you get to push yourself here to learn more and take on more responsibilities, and show what you can do!
• 401K Retirement Plans with company matching

Our Community & Culture

• Instagram: https://instagram.com/actionbehaviorcenters
• Facebook: https://facebook.com/actionbehaviorcenters

Compensation

$100,000 - 120,000 commensurate with qualifications with 10% annual bonus

Pay Range

$100,000 - $120,000 per year

ABC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, including the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act (PHRA). We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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