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Project Manager Finance OperationsNielsenIQ • Pune, Maharashtra, India
Project Manager Finance Operations

Project Manager Finance Operations

NielsenIQ • Pune, Maharashtra, India
8 days ago
Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Project Manager to support our Global Finance Operational Leadership Delivery and Global Process Owner (GPO)  teams to drive Optimization Efficiency Improvement and Transformation.

This newly created role is a strategic addition to the Finance Operations Enablement team designed to drive transformation and optimization initiatives across the organization. As the dedicated Project Manager for Finance Operations you will lead complex projects support business leaders and bring structure and rigor to transformation and optimization efforts as part of business-as-usual (BAU). You will be the go-to expert for project delivery working across all towers and functions and supporting senior leadership in achieving operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Transformation & Project Leadership

  • Lead end-to-end delivery of transformation and optimization projects within Finance Operations from initiation through execution to closure.
  • Develop and implement project governance frameworks ensuring projects are delivered on time within scope and aligned to strategic business objectives.
  • Drive multiple concurrent projects managing resources risks and dependencies across global teams.
  • Act as a change agent supporting business leaders in the adoption of new processes technologies and ways of working.

Enablement & Stakeholder Management

  • Partner with functional leaders Global Process Owners and Service Delivery teams to identify prioritize and execute transformation initiatives.
  • Provide expert project management support to the Enablement team and all business towers including Record to Report (RTR) Procure to Pay (P2P) and Order to Cash (O2C).
  • Facilitate regular project reviews steering committees and stakeholder updates ensuring transparency and alignment.
  • Transition & Optimization Expertise

  • Lead transition projects within Finance Operations including migrations process redesigns and system implementations.
  • Apply best practices from previous transition and transformation management office experience to ensure smooth execution and minimal disruption.
  • Support continuous improvement activities leveraging Lean Six Sigma and Agile methodologies.
  • Project Management Excellence

  • Establish and maintain project management standards templates and reporting mechanisms.
  • Utilize advanced project management tools (e.g. MS Project Jira Smartsheet) to track progress manage risks and report outcomes.
  • Maintain a central repository of project documentation lessons learned and best practices.
  • Drive regular cadence and a drumbeat across the projects and workstreams.
  • Digital Enablement & Innovation

  • Support the rollout and adoption of automation (RPA GenAI) and digital initiatives collaborating with RPA CoE and EIT teams.
  • Promote a culture of innovation and continuous improvement through enablement programs and workshops.
  • Qualifications :

  • 7 years of experience in project management transformation or transition roles preferably within Finance Shared Services or GBS environments.
  • Proven track record of leading multiple large-scale projects and transitions in a multinational finance organization.
  • Strong proficiency in project management methodologies (PMP PRINCE2 Agile Lean Six Sigma).
  • Experience with project management tools (MS Project Jira Smartsheet etc.) and data analysis platforms.
  • Excellent stakeholder management communication and facilitation skills.
  • Ability to drive consensus and manage diverse global teams in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong analytical skills attention to detail and results-oriented mindset.
  • Experience in process improvement automation and digital transformation projects.
  • GBS / multinational experience highly preferred.
  • Additional Information :

    Our Benefits

  • Flexible working environment
  • Volunteer time off
  • LinkedIn Learning
  • Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)
  • About NIQ

    NIQ is the worlds leading consumer intelligence company delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to 2023 NIQ combined with GfK bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insightsdelivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platformsNIQ delivers the Full View. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100 markets covering more than 90% of the worlds population.

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    Our commitment to Diversity Equity and Inclusion

    At NIQ we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence.  All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race color religion sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation or gender identity) national origin age disability genetic information marital status veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion please visit the  Work :

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    Employment Type : Full-time

    Key Skills

    Business Process,Risk Management,Key Stakeholders,Sigma,Financial Systems,Finance,Accounting,PMO,Project Management,ERP,Financial Project,Financial Statements,Ensure Compliance,Financial Management,Special projects

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

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