Finance and Accounting Project Manager

The Finance & Accounting Project Manager will serve as the operational quarterback for critical finance initiatives across the organization. This role is responsible for organizing, driving, and monitoring high priority accounting and finance projects while ensuring cross functional alignment, accountability, and execution against deadlines. This position plays a key role in standing up international operations, including European Union accounting and compliance processes, while also leading internal finance transformation initiatives focused on reconciliations, process standardization, automation, reporting improvements, and operational scalability. The information below is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for this position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• International & EU Operations Support
  • Coordinate finance and accounting workstreams associated with establishing European Union operations. 
  • Assist with implementation of accounting processes, banking setup, vendor onboarding, tax registrations, compliance tracking, and operational readiness for international entities. 
  • Coordinate with external advisors, legal, tax, payroll, and operational stakeholders to ensure deadlines and regulatory requirements are met. 
  • Help establish scalable month end close and reporting procedures for international operations. 
• Accounting Operations & Reconciliations
  • Assist accounting leadership with reconciliation cleanup projects and month end process improvement initiatives. 
  • Coordinate remediation efforts tied to balance sheet reconciliations, reporting standardization, and workflow improvements. 
  • Help organize ownership and prioritization of outstanding accounting action items. 
  • Assist in establishing SOPs, process documentation, and standardized workflows across finance functions. 
• Cross Functional Coordination
  • Serve as liaison between Finance, HR, Operations, IT, Supply Chain, Payroll, and teams. 
  • Ensure project communication remains organized, transparent, and action oriented. 
  • Help improve collaboration across departments by establishing consistent project governance and communication structures. 

SKILLS AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong understanding of accounting operations, month end close, reconciliations, AP, payroll, and reporting workflows.
• Advanced capability in Microsoft Excel and project tracking tools. 
• Strong organizational and follow through. 
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities.
• Possess a process improvement, high accountability, and ownership mindset.
• Proficient in the English language with exceptional communication and organizational skills.
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking abilities. 
• Ability to operate independently or as part of a team in evolving environments.
• Must demonstrate safe and healthy workplace practices.
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Must be able to travel.
• Must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities of a Finance and Accounting Manager in daily work performance.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• ERP systems experience (Oracle, Ramco, SAP, JD Edwards, or similar). 
• Experience with financial reporting and reconciliation systems.
• Power BI or dashboard reporting experience preferred 
• ADP, Concur, BlackLine, or workflow automation platforms preferred 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Primarily performs work in a professional office or remote office environment.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position (sitting) for extended periods while working on a computer, participating in virtual meetings, and reviewing documentation.
• Ability to use standard office equipment, including a computer, keyboard, mouse, telephone, and video conferencing tools.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and via electronic communication.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret detailed written materials, including regulatory documents.
• Ability to carry light items such as a laptop, documents, or small equipment (generally up to 10–15 pounds).
• Occasional visits to operational sites or facilities may require standing for moderate periods.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position in accordance with applicable laws.