What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Coordinator position at Appex innovation?
We have an opportunity as Project Coordinator with our client in Chicago, IL.
Job Details:
Role: Project Coordinator
Duration: 6 months with extension
Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid)
Interview: Video
Client/Domain: Airlines/Aviation/Aerospace
Project Overview
We are seeking a Project Coordinator to support the Financial Transformation Program, assisting Program and Project Managers in coordinating activities related to enterprise financial system implementation. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with financial ERP systems. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience in enterprise transformation within a dynamic, collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day coordination and administrative support to the Financial Transformation Program team.
- Assist the Program Manager with scheduling, task tracking, documentation, and meeting coordination.
- Support financial ERP implementation activities, including tracking milestones and deliverables.
- Maintain project documentation, status reports, and issue/risk logs.
- Coordinate communications between internal teams, stakeholders, and vendors.
- Prepare presentation materials, dashboards, and updates for leadership review.
- Help manage project governance, ensuring compliance with established standards and processes.
- Monitor project progress and escalate risks or delays as needed.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
- 2–4 years of experience in project coordination or project support.
- Exposure to or experience working with financial ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Workday).
- Excellent organizational, documentation, and communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
Preferred Skills & Certifications
- Experience supporting finance or technology transformation initiatives.
- Familiarity with Smartsheets, Jira, or other project tracking tools.
- Project management certification (CAPM or similar) a plus.
Work Schedule & Details
- Location: Hybrid (onsite as required)
- Schedule: Standard business hours, Monday–Friday
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Work Location: Hybrid remote in North Chicago, IL 60064
Salary : $25 - $30