Tax Senior Project Manager - Digital Transformation & Innovation

Job Summary: The Tax Senior Project Manager, Digital Transformation & Innovation (Senior Manager) is a key leader within the BDO Tax Digital Transformation and Innovation team, focusing on managing and delivering technology development projects. The Senior Manager brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to ensure the successful execution of projects from initiation to closure, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget. The ideal candidate has a robust background in project management with a deep understanding of both waterfall and agile development methodologies, allowing for a flexible and effective approach to project delivery. This role requires strong leadership skills to oversee the technology product and guide the project team towards achieving project goals. The Senior Project Manager collaborates closely with business stakeholders, DT&I product management and deployment teams, and software developers to create and implement comprehensive project plans. They will play a crucial role in assisting and guiding technology solutions that meet the needs of our clients and professionals, ensuring alignment with business objectives and driving innovation within the organization. Job Duties: * Oversees the project planning and implementation of project plans of technology development projects within the Tax Digital Transformation and Innovation portfolio * Works closely with the Product Manager and Deployment Lead to ensure project alignment with product objectives and company goals are being met in accordance with agreed project plans * Utilizes a hybrid project management approach, incorporating elements of both waterfall and agile methodologies, to effectively manage project timelines, scope, and resources

• Oversees project financials and budget to actual projections
• Employs project management tools and software to track project progress,

manage resources, and communicate status updates to stakeholders * Facilitates communication and collaboration among project team members and stakeholders to ensure clear understanding of project objectives, timelines, and deliverables * Identifies and manages project risks and issues, implementing mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project success * Ensures project documentation is maintained and updated throughout the project lifecycle * Conducts post-project evaluations to capture learnings and improve future project management practices * Manages large-scale, complex projects and programs, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget * Conducts regular project status meetings and reviews, providing updates and reports to stakeholders * Facilitates effective communication among stakeholders, including clients, team members, and Tax leadership * Other duties as required Supervisory Responsibilities: * Mentors and coaches junior project managers and team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development * Acts as a Career Advisor as assigned Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Education: * Bachelor’s Degree, required; focus in Business, Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Information Technology, preferred Experience: * Eight (8) or more years of experience with project management, mentoring teams, and software development lifecycle, required * Eight (8) or more years of experience serving as a project manager, project coordinator, or similar role, with a focus on technology development projects, preferred * Experience working in the tax or accounting professional services industry tax, preferred * Experience working with multinational teams, preferred License/Certifications:

• Project Management Professional (PMP)® Certified, preferred
• Scrum Master or Agile Certified Practitioner, preferred

Software: * Proficient with project management tools, required Language(s):

* N/A

Other Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with

cross-functional teams

• Excellent facilitation skills
• Strong knowledge of project management principles
• Strong knowledge of software development lifecycle
• Strong organizational skills, specifically the ability to meet project

deadlines with a focus on details

• Strong leadership skills
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects

simultaneously * Self-motivated and disciplined person that is passionate about collaborating and coaching others * Ability to successfully interact with professionals at all levels Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography. National Range: $170,000 - $275,000 Maryland Range: $170,000 - $275,000 NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $170,000 - $275,000 Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you’ll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world. At BDO, our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.S. team. BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization. BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). A qualified retirement plan, the ESOP offers participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. The annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock and grants employees the chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm’s success, with no employee contributions. We are committed to delivering exceptional experiences to middle market leaders by sharing insight-driven perspectives, helping companies take business as usual to better than usual. With industry knowledge and experience, a breadth and depth of resources, and unwavering commitment to quality, we pride ourselves on: * Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clients

• Empowering team members to explore their full potential
• Our talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to

proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunities * Celebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirs * Focus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communities * BDO Total Rewards that encompass so much more than traditional “benefits.” Click here to find out more! [ *Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets Click here to find out more! [