Financial Transformation Program Manager

Job Description Our client, a leading travel & hospitality provider, is seeking a Financial Transformation Program Manager to join their team! The ideal candidate will be comfortable with EPM (Oracle), Workday, and ERP. EPM/modeling is key as well as Workday experience. Accounting background is definitely a plus. Financial Transformation PM experience with large organizational change and stakeholders. This position is located in Chicago, Illinois. Core Responsibilities Lead end-to-end execution of finance transformation programs and projects, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals and ROI expectations. Manage program and projects create project plans, track milestones, monitor risks, and facilitate cross-functional collaboration via Smartsheet. Partner with finance, technology, and business stakeholders to define scope, manage issues, and drive critical path activities. Establish governance, and actively engage stakeholders. Create and manage integrated schedule, budget, constraints, risks, and dependencies. Ensure deliverables, milestones and benefits are met. Manage key project activities, resource requirements, and interdependencies. Work with stakeholders across functional areas to develop and support POC/soft launches. Conduct system mapping, perform analysis, and enhance processes as needed. Drive planning in communication and change management (training planning, processes/procedures). Author and report out performance of projects and programs in a portfolio to the project team, stakeholders, and leadership. Ensure chosen projects/programs in portfolio are aligned to business priorities, goals and expected ROI/OKRs. Set priorities. Perform other tasks as assigned. Required Skills/Experience (Must-Haves) Bachelor's degree required. 8+ years of experience in program and portfolio management, with a focus on finance transformation and technology integration. Accounting and finance experience in mid-level roles. Led cross functional projects/programs/portfolio $2M+. Experience in large-scale finance operations. Ability to translate financial strategy into operational execution. Familiarity with finance systems (e.g., EPM, Oracle, Workday, Anaplan). Proficiency in Smartsheet. Strong conflict resolution, active listening, and stakeholder management skills. Adaptable and comfortable working in dynamic, ambiguous environments. Strong executive presence and ability to influence senior leaders. Skilled at navigating competing priorities and aligning diverse stakeholders. Clear, concise communicator, especially when translating technical or financial concepts. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites such as Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project, and Word. Key Competencies & Behaviors Highly organized (attention to details). Flexible and open to feedback. Strong management skills and ability to multi-task competing priorities. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Flexible and adaptable, able to work in ambiguous situations. Ability to conform to shifting demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Ability to see the big picture while managing tactical details. Preferred Skills/Experience (Nice-to-Haves) ERP transformation experience. Aviation industry experience. Process/Improvement, and organizational change management experience. PMP PfMP Green Belt / LSS. Exposure to Agile, MS Teams, and Visio. Work Environment Location: Chicago, Illinois Onsite Compensation & Benefits Pay Range: The approximate pay range for this position is between $70.00 and $90.00. Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans. Employee-Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP). 401K offered. #J-18808-Ljbffr KellyMitchell Group