Project Manager Financial Planning & Budgeting

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Project Manager to oversee and manage the financial planning and budgeting processes .

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in budgeting, financial reporting, and operational delivery, as well as knowledge of financial modelling.

A working understanding of Oracle is preferred. This position requires close collaboration with internal teams to ensure the alignment of financial strategies, practices, and operational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Budgeting for Practices:
   
• Manage and track budgets for various organizational practices, including OEM budgets, renewals, travel, hiring, and forecasts.
• Develop, implement, and update budgeting procedures and systems in collaboration with department leads.
2. Financial Reporting:
   
• Prepare detailed financial reports focusing on revenue, margins, and budget performance.
• Provide regular updates on budget variances and make recommendations for adjustments where necessary.
3. Delivery Model Budgeting:
   
• Oversee and manage the budgeting process for delivery models, ensuring cost-effective strategies are implemented.
• Work with key stakeholders to forecast delivery-related financial needs and align them with organizational objectives.
4. Financial Model Budgeting:
   
• Develop and maintain financial models that support strategic decision-making, including forecasting and budgeting for ongoing and future projects.
• Analyze financial data to ensure that financial strategies are aligned with business goals.
5. Delivery Operational Financial Reporting:
   
• Create financial reports related to delivery operations, including cost analysis and tracking operational expenses.
• Work with project teams to ensure that financial objectives are met and that resources are allocated efficiently.
6. Oracle Knowledge:
   
• Leverage Oracle software tools to track budgets, generate financial reports, and improve operational efficiency.
• Use Oracle-based data to optimize financial strategies and ensure accuracy in forecasting and budgeting.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in financial planning, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• Strong understanding of budgeting and forecasting for practices, including OEM budgets, renewals, and travel expenses.
• Proficiency in preparing and analyzing financial reports, particularly in the areas of revenue, margins, and budget performance.
• Experience with financial models, delivery model budgeting, and operational financial reporting.
• Knowledge and experience with Oracle financial software is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple budgets simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with internal stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret financial data and make informed decisions.

Additional Information:

• This role will involve cross-functional collaboration and will require a proactive approach to managing financial processes.
• The ideal candidate will be results-driven, with a focus on optimizing resources and improving financial outcomes.