Project Manager, Finance

Brightspeed

. Lead end-to-end delivery of Finance and financial systems projects, including scope, timelines, milestones, and resource planning .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • North Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading Finance and financial systems projects, with a strong focus on project management methodologies such as Agile and Waterfall. Proficient in stakeholder management, risk assessment, and ensuring compliance and data integrity throughout project lifecycles.

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Project ManagementStakeholder ManagementAgile MethodologyWaterfall MethodologyFinancial Systems Experience

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningRisk ManagementUser Acceptance TestingProcess ImprovementData AccuracyBudget TrackingResource UtilizationBusiness Requirements DevelopmentTest PlanningDefect Tracking

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadership Skills

Tools & Technologies

JiraConfluenceMicrosoft ProjectSmartsheetZephyrQTestSAP S/4HANASalesforceBilling ToolsReporting Tools

Industry Keywords

FinanceEnterprise TechnologyCross-Functional ProgramsGovernanceComplianceChange ControlPost-Implementation ReviewsStakeholder AlignmentIntegrationAutomation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end delivery of Finance and financial systems projects, including scope, timelines, milestones, and resource planning
Develop and maintain detailed project plans aligned with business priorities, budgets, and delivery commitments
Facilitate project kickoff, stakeholder alignment, and ongoing governance
Manage day-to-day project execution and ensure deliverables are completed on schedule and within scope
Partner with Finance, IT, FP&A, Operations, Consumer, Business, and external vendors on project execution and system integration
Serve as primary stakeholder contact for progress, risks, and issues
Manage User Acceptance Testing, including test planning, coordination, defect tracking, and resolution
Identify, assess, mitigate, and escalate project risks and issues
Manage change control processes
Track project budgets, forecasts, and resource utilization
Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and compliance through governance, documentation, and controls
Drive process improvement, automation, and optimization
Conduct post-implementation reviews and lessons-learned sessions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required
5–10 years of experience in project management supporting Finance, financial systems, or enterprise technology initiatives
Experience managing cross-functional programs involving IT, Finance, and business operations
Experience developing project plans, business requirements, test plans, and release readiness artifacts
Strong project leadership, organization, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to translate business needs into actionable project plans and delivery roadmaps
Proficiency in Agile and Waterfall delivery methodologies
Experience using project and delivery tools such as Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Zephyr, QTest, or similar platforms
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience working with financial and enterprise platforms such as SAP S/4HANA, BRIM, RAR, ARIBA, Salesforce, billing, cash applications, and reporting tools
Ability to participate in meetings, workshops, and cross-functional sessions (virtual and in-person)
Occasional travel may be required based on project and business needs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Employee assistance program
401K plan with company match
Voluntary benefits
Paid time off programs
Flexible/hybrid workforce arrangements
Technology enabling team connectivity
Reasonable accommodation support during the hiring process