Senior Project Manager - Finance Transformation

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As McKesson prepares for the separation of its Medical-Surgical business unit (Wellverse) into a standalone company, we are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the Finance Transformation & Governance workstream within the MMS Separation PMO . This role will oversee a large-scale transformation portfolio focused on Transition Service Agreement (TSA) exits, future-state operating model design, process and technology transformation, and the establishment of independent finance capabilities. The role will initially support Controllership, Tax, and Internal Audit , with the opportunity to expand into additional finance functions based on program priorities and business needs. The Senior Project Manager will serve as the central point of coordination across Finance, PMO, and cross-functional stakeholders to drive execution, governance, decision-making, and organizational readiness. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment and enjoys solving complex business and organizational challenges.

Work Environment:

This is a hybrid position based in Richmond, VA. The selected candidate will be expected to work onsite 2-3 days per week to facilitate collaboration with Finance, PMO, and business stakeholders. Additional onsite presence may be required to support key program milestones, workshops, and leadership engagements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead planning and execution of the Finance Transformation & Governance workstream, including TSA exits and post-TSA capabilities across finance functions.

• Support the design and stand-up of new finance organizations, including organizational structure, process design, and system enablement.

• Manage the implementation and integration of tools, reporting frameworks, and operational workflows that support long-term financial governance.

• Serve as the primary liaison between the PMO and Finance stakeholders across Controllership, Tax, Internal Audit, and other finance functions as assigned.

• Drive alignment across Finance, IT, Product, HR, Operations, and Shared Services to support successful separation and transition outcomes.

• Partner with the Project Director to align on strategy, escalate risks, resolve issues, and communicate key decisions.

• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, milestones, RAID logs, decision trackers, and dependency management processes.

• Lead executive communications, steering committee materials, and leadership reporting to ensure transparency and timely decision-making.

• Facilitate governance forums, working sessions, and cross-functional stakeholder meetings.

• Support change management, communications, and training activities to drive adoption of new processes, systems, and operating models.

• Maintain project documentation and collaboration tools, including Smartsheet, SharePoint, and other PMO platforms.

• Navigate ambiguity and shifting priorities while maintaining focus on strategic objectives and business outcomes.

We're Looking for Someone Who

• Thinks strategically and executes precisely: Connects business needs with operational realities and translates complex challenges into actionable plans.

• Influences with clarity: Communicates effectively across all levels, from executives to working teams, driving alignment and sustained momentum.

• Is a compelling storyteller: Develops executive-ready presentations, communications, and strategic narratives that simplify complex topics and drive decision-making.

• Is curious and resourceful: Asks thoughtful questions, explores new ideas, and thrives in ambiguity.

• Acts with urgency: Moves initiatives forward despite obstacles while remaining focused on outcomes.

• Builds strong partnerships: Fosters trust, collaboration, and alignment across diverse stakeholder groups.

• Leads through influence: Effectively drives results in a matrixed organization without direct authority.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent military experience

• 7+ years of project or program management experience

• Experience managing complex cross-functional initiatives using Agile, Waterfall, or Hybrid methodologies

• Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience leading transformation, separation, operating model, finance, or organizational change initiatives.

• Experience supporting Finance functions such as Controllership, Tax, Treasury, FP&A, Internal Audit, Investor Relations, or Financial Shared Services.

• Experience managing TSA exits, large-scale business transformations, mergers, acquisitions, or separation programs.

• PMP, Agile, Lean, or Six Sigma certification.

• Proficiency with project management and collaboration tools, including Smartsheet, Miro, Jira, and SharePoint.

• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace.

• Strong executive communication and presentation development skills.

• Demonstrated ability to lead in a matrixed environment and navigate ambiguity with confidence.

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About McKesson Medical-Surgical

McKesson Medical-Surgical (MMS), which is expected to become Wellverse in early 2027, is a subsidiary and publicly reported segment of the McKesson Corporation. MMS distributes medical-surgical supplies, pharmaceuticals, diagnostic equipment and supplies, along with other solutions and services to virtually every type of healthcare setting and provider outside of the traditional hospital. These markets – often referred to as Alternate Care or Non-Acute Care – include physician offices, surgery centers, long-term care providers, laboratories, home health and hospice agencies, health systems, government facilities and online marketplaces and retailers.

Alternate Care markets are growing rapidly and MMS is proud to be a leader in this space. With a team of approximately 8,000 employees, a network of 15 distribution centers and approximately 900 delivery vehicles, we collaborate with more than 2,200 leading manufacturers and serve over 200,000 customer accounts across the U.S. Our catalog includes more than 270,000 SKUs of branded and private-label medical-surgical products – from bandages to specialty pharmaceuticals and COVID-19 tests.

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

$107,300 - $178,800

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