Senior Program Manager

Apex Fintech Solutions; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 117,720 - 147,150; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401k match

PTO

Parental leave

HSA contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Apex Fintech Solutions in Austin is seeking a Senior Program Manager to oversee large-scale programs that align with strategic objectives. You will lead a team of project managers, coordinate stakeholders, and ensure delivery of outcomes.

The ideal candidate has extensive program management experience, certifications like PMP/PgMP, and strong skills in leadership, budgeting, and analytics. This role offers a hybrid work schedule with in-office presence and remote capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 5+ years of program management experience, preferably in a related industry.
• PMP, PgMP or similar certifications strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop program strategies that align with the company’s business goals.
• Design and implement long-term goals for project performance and oversee managers and staff.
• Promote professional development of team members through coaching and training.
• Act as primary contact for stakeholders, maintaining relationships and updates.
• Deliver detailed program reports to executives and external partners.
• Manage budgets, track expenses, and forecast resource needs.
• Perform cost-benefit analyses and assess risks for resources.
• Ensure outputs meet quality standards and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

MS Project

Asana

Basecamp

Budgeting

Leadership

Communication

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or related field

5+ years of program management experience

PMP, PgMP, or similar certifications

Tools

MS Project

Asana

Basecamp

Job description

About This Role

The Senior Program Manager will be responsible for the oversight and coordination of large-scale programs that align with the organization’s strategic objectives. This role involves managing project portfolios, overseeing a team of project managers, and ensuring the successful delivery of program outcomes. The ideal candidate will have expert knowledge of project and program management principles, methodologies, and tools. This role requires a high level of strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Develop program strategies that effectively align with the company’s business goals.
• Design and implement long-term goals for project performance and oversee a team of project managers and support staff, ensuring effective delegation, coordination, and execution of projects.
• Promote professional development of team members through coaching, performance management, and training opportunities.
• Act as the primary contact for program stakeholders, maintaining strong relationships and keeping stakeholders informed of progress and issues.
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings and deliver detailed reports on program status to executive leadership and external partners.
• Manage program budgets and ensure financial accountability by tracking expenses and forecasting budget requirements for project sustainability.
• Perform cost-benefit analysis on programs, including risk assessment for resource allocation.
• Ensure program outputs meet quality standards agreed upon in the planning phase.
• Implement continuous improvement practices to enhance program effectiveness and efficiency.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field; advances degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in program management, preferably in a related industry.
• Experience in strategic planning and business analysis.
• Proven track record of managing multiple large-scale projects or programs.
• PMP, PgMP, or similar certifications strongly preferred.

Required Skills / Abilities

• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Basecamp).
• Strong understanding of financial reporting and budgeting processes.
• Expertise in industry-specific tools and technologies related to project and program management.
• Outstanding leadership and organizational abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively with cross-functional teams.

Work Environment

• This job operates in an office environment 3 days per week.

Our Rewards

We offer a robust package of employee perks and benefits, including healthcare benefits (medical, dental and vision, EAP), competitive PTO, 401k match, parental leave, and HSA contribution match. We also provide our employees with a paid subscription to the Calm app and offer generous external learning and tuition reimbursement benefits. At AFS, we offer a hybrid work schedule for most roles that allows employees to have the flexibility of working from home and one of our primary offices.

Salary Range

$117,720 - $147,150

EEO Statement

Apex Fintech Solutions is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration without regard to these characteristics.

Disability Statement

Apex Fintech Solutions is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all candidates, including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please submit your request via the Candidate Accommodation Requests Form. We will work with you to provide the necessary accommodations to ensure your full participation in our hiring process.