Public Sector Finance & Workday Program Lead

BDO USA; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO USA is seeking a State Government Finance and System Project Manager to lead public-sector modernization engagements, embedded with state and local agencies to guide software initiatives and IT transformations. You will manage client relationships and cross-functional teams to deliver milestones across multiple engagements.

The role requires five+ years in project management, ERP experience, and familiarity with government and regulated industries, plus CAPM/PMP-like credentials and strong

Qualifications

• Five or more years of experience in project management.
• Familiar with ERP systems & technology implementation best practices.
• Experience with State and Local Government, nonprofit, and other regulated industries.

Responsibilities

• Provides project management support for client project management teams leading software selection, implementations, and system integrations.
• Handles core systems and staff augmentation roles.
• Develops, builds, and revises procedures and client playbooks for system rollouts.
• Helps to protect clients from vendor scope creep and monitors project risks.
• Oversees documentation, project timelines, and deliverables.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

SharePoint

SmartSheet

Job description

BDO USA is seeking a State Government Finance and System Project Manager to lead public-sector modernization engagements, embedded with state and local agencies to guide software initiatives and IT transformations. You will manage client relationships and cross-functional teams to deliver milestones across multiple engagements.

The role requires five+ years in project management, ERP experience, and familiarity with government and regulated industries, plus CAPM/PMP-like credentials and strong