Store Manager: Lead Cross-Functional Projects

Grant Thornton; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 68,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant Thornton in Topeka is seeking a Store Manager to drive general operations, move decisions forward when consensus stalls, defend leadership fundamentals, and surface risks early with a proposed fix attached. The role emphasizes hands-on accountability, clear communication with stakeholders, and an autonomy-driven approach to delivering results in a fast-paced environment.

You will mentor or support manager teammates, lead cross-functional initiatives, and guide manager-level projects

Qualifications

• Experience leading cross-functional teams and mentoring manager teammates.
• Demonstrated leadership in guiding manager-level initiatives.
• Strong time management experience and ability to own project middles.

Responsibilities

• Move general decisions forward when consensus stalls.
• Defend leadership fundamentals when speed tempts shortcuts.
• Surface risks early with a proposed fix attached.
• Turn vague mandates into measurable work for Grant Thornton.
• Read the room and tailor project management pitches.
• Trade quick wins for durable, results-oriented fixes.
• Communicate progress, blockers, and results to stakeholders and leadership.
• Document the why behind every Attention to Detail decision.

Skills

Time management

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentoring

Communication

Job description

Grant Thornton in Topeka is seeking a Store Manager to drive general operations, move decisions forward when consensus stalls, defend leadership fundamentals, and surface risks early with a proposed fix attached. The role emphasizes hands-on accountability, clear communication with stakeholders, and an autonomy-driven approach to delivering results in a fast-paced environment.

You will mentor or support manager teammates, lead cross-functional initiatives, and guide manager-level projects