Program Manager - Finance Solutions

Bank of America; New York (NY); On-site; USD 124,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading benefits

Paid time off

Discretionary incentive eligibility

Job summary

Bank of America in New York is seeking a Program Manager to oversee finance transformation initiatives. This role requires 10+ years of experience in finance or project management and demands strong consulting skills. Responsibilities include managing projects, collaboration with finance leadership, and developing executive materials. The position offers a salary range of $124,000 - $180,000 annually and eligibility for discretionary incentives and industry-leading benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Finance, consulting, transformation, or program/project management roles.
• Proven experience in large complex organizations or top tier professional services.
• Strong consulting and advisory skills including problem structuring and influencing decision-makers.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of projects enhancing finance systems and solutions.
• Partner with Finance leadership on Finance transformation initiatives.
• Lead cross-program coordination across multiple interconnected initiatives.

Skills

Change Management

Collaboration

Program Management

Project Management

Strategy Planning and Development

Business Acumen

Business Case Analysis

Consulting

Stakeholder Management

Business Analytics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business, Technology, or related field

Job description

Job Description

At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day. Being a Great Place to Work and providing a culture of caring is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. We are intentional about fostering an inclusive workplace where every teammate has the opportunity to succeed, build a career and contribute to our shared success. This includes attracting and developing exceptional talent, recognizing and rewarding performance, and supporting our teammates’ physical, emotional, and financial wellness through affordable, competitive and flexible benefits. We value the unique perspectives individuals bring from all backgrounds and career paths - whether shaped by military service, community college education, or a wide range of work and life experiences. These journeys foster resilience, leadership and innovation, strengthening our workforce and positively impacting the communities we serve. Bank of America is committed to an in‑office culture that supports collaboration, engagement, and career development. Our approach includes clear in‑office expectations, while providing an appropriate level of flexibility based on role‑specific responsibilities and business needs. At Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join us!

Job Description

This job is responsible for managing a portfolio of projects which enhance finance systems and solutions across the business in compliance with applicable policies. Key responsibilities include executing on project work that may include Technology and People‑Process change and/or Automation leveraging emerging technology. Job expectations include overseeing the day‑to‑day project activities and having active involvement in the review and delivery execution of project deliverables including project planning, business analysis, testing and business operational readiness.

Team Specific Job Description

This role partners closely with Finance leadership, Technology, and cross‑functional stakeholders to drive complex Finance transformation initiatives across data, process, and technology domains. The Program Manager operates with a strong consulting mindset, helping leaders translate strategy into executable roadmaps, shaping problem statements, evaluating solution options, and guiding delivery through disciplined program execution.

The role requires comfort operating in ambiguity, influencing without authority, and advising senior stakeholders on trade‑offs, risks, and execution approaches. The Program Manager is expected to serve as a thought partner to business leads, proactively identifying opportunities to simplify, standardize, and modernize Finance capabilities while ensuring strong governance and delivery discipline.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and executes deliverables for all phases of the project while working closely with various partners and user community
• Works with leadership and/or line of business to set strategic direction of the project
• Assists leadership in the development of solution strategies
• Demonstrates strong subject matter knowledge about existing financial solutions and processes within scope of responsibility
• Adheres to Chief Financial Officer Group's Change Management Governance and Controls Requirements
• Requires an understanding of Finance, Accounting, Technology, and Project Management
• Acts as a strategic advisor to Finance leadership, partnering to define scope, priorities, and multi‑year delivery roadmaps aligned to enterprise objectives
• Leads cross‑program coordination across multiple interconnected initiatives, managing dependencies, sequencing, and integrated outcomes
• Develops executive‑ready materials including business cases, decision documents, and progress for senior forums
• Drives alignment across stakeholders by translating complex concepts into clear, actionable insights and recommendations

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business, Technology, or related field
• 10+ years of experience in Finance, consulting, transformation, or program/project management roles
• Proven experience of delivery in large complex organizations or top tier professional services, leading complex, cross‑functional initiatives with senior stakeholder engagement
• Strong consulting and advisory skills, including problem structuring, storytelling, and influencing decision‑makers
• Demonstrated ability to manage ambiguity, navigate competing priorities, and drive outcomes through collaboration
• Deep understanding of Finance processes, technology enablement, and change delivery

Desired Qualifications

• Experience leading Finance technology or data‑driven transformation initiatives
• Advanced presentation and communication skills, including experience presenting to executive leadership
• CPA, CMA, CFA, or internationally recognized accounting qualification, or significant relevant experience

Skills

• Change Management
• Collaboration
• Program Management
• Project Management
• Strategy Planning and Development
• Business Acumen
• Business Case Analysis
• Consulting
• Scenario Planning and Analysis
• Stakeholder Management
• Business Analytics
• Presentation Skills
• Process Management
• Process Performance Measurement
• Reporting

Shift

1st shift (United States of America)

Hours Per Week

40

Pay Transparency Details

US - NY - New York - 1100 Ave Of The Americas - Two Bryant Park (NY1540)

Pay range $124,000.00 - $180,000.00 annualized salary, offers to be determined based on experience, education and skill set.

Discretionary incentive eligible. This role is eligible to participate in the annual discretionary plan. Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary award based on their overall individual performance results and behaviors, the performance and contributions of their line of business and/or group; and the overall success of the Company.

Benefits. This role is currently benefits eligible. We provide industry‑leading benefits, access to paid time off, resources and support to our employees so they can make a genuine impact and contribute to the sustainable growth of our business and the communities we serve.