Summary and Overview

• Finance Operations Project Manager
• Isle of Man/Jersey
• 6 Month Fixed Term Contract
• Full Time
• Competitive Salary

You'll direct and report on the successful delivery of a range of Finance Operations and Financial Control improvement initiatives.

You will also be responsible for ensuring that performance improvement initiatives are delivered on time, and to the required quality and governance standards, while also ensuring that key stakeholders are appropriately engaged and informed throughout the delivery lifecycle.

Your New Role

This list of duties is not exhaustive and may change from time to time according to business needs:

• Work closely with stakeholder partners and cross-functional teams to develop the scope of initiatives and agree timings and deliveries
• Identify risks and issues related to the program and manage them proactively and develop contingency plans to mitigate potential impacts
• Develop strong relationships with team members, vendors, and partners
• Manage resources and ensure timely delivery of the programmes
• Supervise and coordinate activities of all parties involved in the programme
• Produce programme reports for Managers and Senior Stakeholders
• Resolve issues that may affect delivery with Management and Stakeholders
• Confirm successful delivery of the programme’s completion
• Ensure post implementation reviews take place and lessons are learnt and carried forward for future projects

What will you need to succeed in this role?

As to be expected, we are searching for someone who can bring a range of skills and experiences to enhance the team. As such, there are a few essential skills we are looking for:

• Strategic and innovative thinker who can manage multiple tasks and drive results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make operational and data-driven decisions
• Five or more years of experience in an upper-management role, preferably in programme management
• Experience in proposal writing
• Exceptional skills in leadership, time management, facilitation, and organisation
• Experience in managing Stakeholders
• Outstanding knowledge of change management principles and performance evaluation processes
• Attention to detail and time management skills
• Risk management
• Strong working knowledge of Business Central and NavOne (desirable)

Personal attributes which would be seen in the ideal applicant include;

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Results focused with a clear understanding of risk management and governance
• Adept networker with strong Stakeholder management skills
• Strong organisational and project management stills