Project Manager – (FP&A)

Looking for a Techno-Functional Project Manager with Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)  expertise to lead financial system implementations and drive business decisions.

Mandatory Skill(s)

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field;
• 7+ years of experience in a project management or techno-functional role in finance or financial systems;
• Previous exposure to financial systems implementation, process automation, or system integration projects;
• Deep understanding of finance and accounting principles, particularly in FP&A processes;
• Ability to translate technical solutions into business terms and vice versa;
• Expertise in financial systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, Anaplan);
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting;
• Knowledge of business intelligence (BI) tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau);
• Familiarity with programming languages or scripting (e.g., SQL, Python);
• Experience managing end-to-end projects, including planning, execution, and delivery;
• Proficient in project management software (e.g., JIRA, MS Project, Asana).

Desirable Skill(s)

• Certified Corporate Financial Planning and Analysis Professional (FPAC);
• PMP (Project Management Professional) or similar certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the end-to-end delivery of finance-related technology projects, ensuring they meet scope, time, and budget requirements;
• Act as a liaison between the finance team and the IT department to ensure that the technological solutions align with business and financial goals;
• Lead the configuration, testing, and deployment of FP&A-related tools, such as budgeting, forecasting, and reporting software (e.g., Hyperion, SAP BPC, Anaplan, Oracle);
• Lead the analysis and modeling of financial data to support decision-making for budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning;
• Mentor junior team members, providing guidance on project management, financial analysis, and technical aspects;
• Identify potential risks and issues early in the project lifecycle, and develop strategies to mitigate them.

If you are interested in this role, click on the “Apply to this job” button below or you could also write in with your CV to Shilpi Gupta at Shilpi.G@sciente.com quoting the job title.