Senior Delivery Manager, Finance Strategic Programs

PassFort; New York (NY); On-site; USD 119,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Moody's in New York seeks a senior Program/Project Manager to lead end-to-end finance strategic programs spanning technology implementation, process transformation, and change management.

You will manage cross-functional teams across onshore and offshore resources, oversee finance technology implementations, drive adoption of new systems, and deliver executive dashboards with strong governance and budgeting oversight.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in program or project management, with a focus on finance technology and/or Finance transformation initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to deliver complex, cross-functional projects on time and within budget using Agile and/or Waterfall methodologies
• Strong understanding of finance processes, systems, and the controls environment (ERP platforms, financial reporting, SOX, close processes)
• Proven stakeholder management skills engaging Finance teams, Technology, external vendors, and senior executives
• Excellent communication skills - able to convey complex information clearly through reports, presentations, and verbal updates
• Experience with project collaboration tools such as Jira, Confluence, and Miro; PMP Certification or equivalent project management credential preferred; experience with SAP or other enterprise finance platforms preferred
• Self-starter mindset with the ability to work independently, take ownership, drive results with minimal supervision, and lead with strong analytical thinking and execution discipline across complex, matrixed environments
• Demonstrated proficiency in artificial intelligence concepts, with hands-on experience using AI tools to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency. Proven ability to implement AI-powered solutions to solve business challenges. Demonstrates a growing awareness of AI risk management and a commitment to responsible and ethical AI use

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of high-impact, cross-functional Finance strategic programs spanning technology implementation, process transformation, and change management
• Manage end-to-end delivery of complex, cross-functional Finance programs that are broad in scope, high-risk, and high-impact, with medium-to-long-term horizons
• Lead project teams comprising onshore, offshore, internal, external, and managed services resources across global locations
• Oversee Finance technology implementations, including systems integrations, data migration, and transition planning
• Drive effective change management to ensure early adoption of new financial systems and processes across the Finance organization
• Deliver well-crafted, audience-appropriate communications including executive steering committee updates, Board-level status reports, and program dashboards
• Lead issue resolution, risk identification and mitigation, and dependency management using a strong governance framework
• Track project and program budgets in partnership with corporate planning; negotiate with stakeholders to ensure delivery within scope, schedule, and budget
• Operate as a self-starter and independent problem solver - proactively identifying challenges, taking initiative, and driving solutions while fostering collaboration and iterative improvement across project teams

Skills

Program management

Finance transformation

Cross-functional leadership

Agile/Waterfall

Finance processes & controls

Stakeholder management

Communication

Jira/Confluence/Miro

PMP or equivalent

SAP / enterprise finance

AI in finance

Independent problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Business/Accounting/Management/CS

MBA / CPA / CFA or advanced degree

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Miro

SAP

Job description

At Moody's, we unite the brightest minds to turn today's risks into tomorrow's opportunities. We do this by striving to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome to be who they are—with the freedom to exchange ideas, think innovatively, and listen to each other and customers in meaningful ways. Moody's is transforming how the world sees risk. As a global leader in ratings and integrated risk assessment, we're advancing AI to move from insight to action - enabling intelligence that not only understands complexity but responds to it. We decode risk to unlock opportunity, helping our clients navigate uncertainty with clarity, speed, and confidence.

Skills And Competencies

• 8+ years of experience in program or project management, with a focus on finance technology and/or Finance transformation initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to deliver complex, cross-functional projects on time and within budget using Agile and/or Waterfall methodologies
• Strong understanding of finance processes, systems, and the controls environment (e.g., ERP platforms, financial reporting, SOX, close processes)
• Proven stakeholder management skills engaging Finance teams, Technology, external vendors, and senior executives
• Excellent communication skills - able to convey complex information clearly through reports, presentations, and verbal updates
• Experience with project collaboration tools such as Jira, Confluence, and Miro; PMP Certification or equivalent project management credential preferred; experience with SAP or other enterprise finance platforms preferred
• Self-starter mindset with the ability to work independently, take ownership, drive results with minimal supervision, and lead with strong analytical thinking and execution discipline across complex, matrixed environments
• Demonstrated proficiency in artificial intelligence concepts, with hands-on experience using AI tools to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency. Proven ability to implement AI-powered solutions to solve business challenges. Demonstrates a growing awareness of AI risk management and a commitment to responsible and ethical AI use

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Accounting, Management, Computer Science, or a related field required
• MBA, CPA, CFA, or advanced degree preferred

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end delivery of high-impact, cross-functional Finance strategic programs spanning technology implementation, process transformation, and change management.

• Manage end-to-end delivery of complex, cross-functional Finance programs that are broad in scope, high-risk, and high-impact, with medium-to-long-term horizons
• Lead project teams comprising onshore, offshore, internal, external, and managed services resources across global locations
• Oversee Finance technology implementations, including systems integrations, data migration, and transition planning
• Drive effective change management to ensure early adoption of new financial systems and processes across the Finance organization
• Deliver well-crafted, audience-appropriate communications including executive steering committee updates, Board-level status reports, and program dashboards
• Lead issue resolution, risk identification and mitigation, and dependency management using a strong governance framework
• Track project and program budgets in partnership with corporate planning; negotiate with stakeholders to ensure delivery within scope, schedule, and budget
• Operate as a self-starter and independent problem solver - proactively identifying challenges, taking initiative, and driving solutions while fostering collaboration and iterative improvement across project teams

About The Team

The Strategic Programs Office (SPO) drives the planning and execution of high-impact initiatives across Moody's Finance organization. Partnering with Finance leaders across the enterprise, the team leads complex, cross-functional programs - ensuring delivery against timelines and budgets, managing interdependencies, and proactively resolving challenges with a Finance-wide perspective. By joining the SPO, you will collaborate with senior Finance leaders and cross-functional teams to drive meaningful change and contribute to Moody's continued innovation and growth, including the adoption of AI-enabled tools and capabilities that advance how Finance delivers value across the organization.

For US-based roles only: the anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is $119,100.00 - $172,650.00, depending on factors such as experience, education, level, skills, and location. This range is based on a full-time position. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for incentive compensation. Moody's also offers a competitive benefits package, including not but limited to medical, dental, vision, parental leave, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, life, disability, and accident insurance, a discounted employee stock purchase plan, and tuition reimbursement.

Moody's is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Moody's also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about a reasonable accommodation, or need assistance with completing the application process, please email [e-mail]. This contact information is for accommodation requests only, and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

For San Francisco positions, qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

This position may be considered a promotional opportunity, pursuant to the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.