State Government Finance and Workday Project Manager

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

Job Description

The State Government Finance and System Project Manager leads public-sector modernization engagements. This role serves as a trusted advisor embedded within state, county, and municipal agencies to drive enterprise software initiatives, business process optimizations, and strategic IT transformations. The Project Manager manages client relationships, directs cross-functional project teams, and ensures the successful delivery of varying client-side milestones across multiple simultaneous or sequential engagements.

Job Summary

The State Government Finance and System Project Manager leads public-sector modernization engagements. This role serves as a trusted advisor embedded within state, county, and municipal agencies to drive enterprise software initiatives, business process optimizations, and strategic IT transformations. The Project Manager manages client relationships, directs cross-functional project teams, and ensures the successful delivery of varying client-side milestones across multiple simultaneous or sequential engagements.

Job Duties

• 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 internal and vendor-facing deliverables
• Other duties as required to support changing client needs across different agency engagements

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervises, develops, and trains Project Manager Associates and Senior Associates
• Reviews and evaluates work of the Associates and Senior Associates
• Provides verbal and written performance feedback to Associates and Senior Associates

Education

• Bachelor’s degree, required; focus in Business, Accounting or Finance, preferred

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree, required; focus in Business, Accounting or Finance, preferred

Experience

• Five (5) or more years of experience in project management, required
• Familiar with ERP systems & technology implementation best practices (eg. Infor, Workday, Netsuite, Tyler, OpenGov, etc.), preferred
• Experience with State and Local Government, nonprofit, and other highly regulated industries, preferred

License/Certifications

• CAPM or PMP, required
• SmartSheet certifications, preferred

Software

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, required
• SmartSheet experience, preferred
• SharePoint experience, preferred

Language

• N/A

Other Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, specifically business / report writing
• Strong analytical and basic research skills
• Solid organizational skills, especially the ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
• Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment
• Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work with minimal supervision

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.

Maryland Range: $120,000 - $165,000

New Jersey Range: $120,000 - $165,000

About Us

At BDO, how we show up matters. We build strong relationships by supporting one another, our clients, and our communities with care, curiosity, and a commitment to helping one another grow and succeed. Here, you’ll find meaningful work, leaders invested in your success, and opportunities to build a career around what matters most to you.

Our purpose is to be the people our clients count on to grow with confidence and achieve what matters most. Our values guide how we bring that purpose to life each day. Together, they shape how we work with one another, serve our clients, and create meaningful impact.

BDO provides assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and around the world. No matter your role, you’ll be part of a team helping clients navigate complexity and move forward with clarity.

We are proud to be an ESOP company, offering participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well‑being. As a qualified retirement plan, the ESOP is a meaningful addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. It also reinforces an ownership mindset that strengthens our connection to one another, our clients, and the future we’re building together.

Learn more about our benefits: BDO Total Rewards encompass more than traditional benefits.

• Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

"BDO USA, P.A. is an EO employer M/F/Veteran/Disability"