Strategic Finance Project Manager

Wonder Group, INC

United States

On-site

USD 128,000 - 136,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Wonder is seeking a Finance Project Manager to oversee a diverse portfolio of strategic finance initiatives. You will lead end‑to‑end projects fromprocess redesign to regulatory compliance across the organization, coordinating with Legal, HR, IT, and Operations to drive measurable outcomes.

The role emphasizes cross‑functional leadership, timely execution, and strong governance. Expect a dynamic environment with high interdependencies and opportunities to influence long‑term strategy.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field (Master’s or MBA preferred).
5+ years of cross‑functional project management experience within a finance, accounting, or business operations environment, in an enterprise where Finance has a high level of interdependence with Engineering/Development teams.
Demonstrated track record of delivering diverse business projects (process redesign, compliance/regulatory initiatives, operational restructuring, vendor/contract migrations, etc.).
Broad understanding of core financial workflows, accounting cycles, and regulatory compliance standards.
Strong project planning expertise using PM frameworks (Agile, Waterfall, Lean, or hybrid).
Technical & PM Tools: Proficiency in project management software (Monday, Jira, Smartsheet, MS Project) and process mapping tools (Visio, Lucidchart).
Certifications (Preferred): PMP, Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, or CSM.

Responsibilities

End‑to‑End Project Execution & Strategic Leadership: Lead cross‑functional projects across a broad array of disciplines, including process improvement, regulatory/compliance rollouts, organizational restructures, and technology upgrades. Scope out multi‑phase projects, establish realistic timelines, allocate resources, and build clear roadmaps with measurable milestones. Manage projects through the full lifecycle: kickoff, requirements gathering, planning, execution, monitoring, risk mitigation, and post‑implementation review.
Business Process & Compliance Management: Map and evaluate current end‑to‑end business workflows; design and execute process improvements that boost productivity, reduce friction, and enhance control mechanisms. Drive financial and operational compliance projects, ensuring alignment with changing tax laws, accounting standards (GAAP/IFRS), internal controls (SOX), and industry regulations. Support strategic financial events, such as audit readiness, joint ventures, and post‑merger integrations.
Stakeholder Engagement & Change Management: Partner closely with cross‑departmental leads (Legal, HR, IT, Operations, Executive Leadership) to ensure alignment on business priorities and dependencies. Build and lead comprehensive change management plans, including internal communication, training programs, and operational handoffs to ensure seamless adoption. Deliver regular status reports, risk logs, and performance metrics to executive sponsors and leadership committees.