Project Manager

Job Description

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, were looking to add a Project Manager - Finance located in Chennai location.

The Business Support Analyst will provide comprehensive support to project teams, driving project success through financial planning and analysis, stakeholder management, coordination, and progress tracking, while ensuring timely response to queries and management updates.

Reporting to the Senior Director, and the role involves:

What a typical day looks like:

• Project Coordination: Drive project progress by establishing clear timelines, tracking milestones, and facilitating communication among team members to ensure timely completion and alignment with project goals.
• Stakeholder Management: Cultivate strong relationships with all project stakeholders, including project core team, sponsors, and cross functional team members. Ensure ongoing collaboration and alignment by scheduling regular check-ins and updates to facilitate successful project delivery
• Progress Tracking: Implement robust monitoring practices to report on project progress, utilizing metrics and KPIs to identify areas for improvement. Provide actionable insights to the team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Project Financial Planning: Develop, manage, and refine comprehensive project budgets and financial plans that align with project objectives and stakeholder expectations.
• Financial Analysis: Conduct in-depth financial analysis, including variance analysis, to evaluate project performance against budget. Identify trends and provide recommendations for improvement, ensuring financial health throughout the project lifecycle.
• Query Response: Act promptly in responding to inquiries from stakeholders and management. Provide clear updates on project status, financials, and any other relevant information, ensuring transparency and fostering trust.
• Management Updates: Prepare and present regular comprehensive updates to management regarding project status, highlighting key issues, risks, and corrective actions being taken. Ensure that management is informed and equipped to make strategic decisions.
• Financial Reporting: Develop and maintain financial reports and dashboards that provide stakeholders with a clear overview of financial performance. Ensure timely dissemination of reports to facilitate informed decision-making.
• Risk Management: Proactively identify potential financial and project-related risks, developing and implementing mitigation strategies. Foster a risk-aware culture within the project team to minimize impact on project objectives.
• Process Improvement: Continuously assess project processes and performance, identifying opportunities for improvement. Implement best practices and innovative solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in project delivery.

The experience we're looking to add to our team:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Finance, or a related field.
• A Master's degree (MBA or similar) is preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in  project management including financial analysis, depending on the organization and specific role.

• Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Project Management Principles: In-depth understanding of project management frameworks, methodologies, and best practices

• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex data sets, forecast trends, and interpret financial reports to support decision-making
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong relationship-building capabilities, with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams and manage stakeholder expectations.

• Decision-Making Ability: Demonstrated ability to make informed decisions based on data analysis and stakeholder input, balancing project needs with organizational objectives.

• Scope / Impact:

• Ensuring effective project planning and execution

• Providing actionable financial insights to project stakeholders
• Identifying opportunities for cost savings and process improvements
• Developing and tracking key performance metrics to measure project success

• Collaborating with project teams, stakeholders, and senior management to drive business outcomes and ensure successful project delivery.

• Decision Making / Discretion:

• Will exercise sound judgment and make informed decisions within the scope of assigned projects, including project management, financial planning, analysis, and recommendations to stakeholders.

• Supervision / Leadership:

• Mentor and guide junior team members, sharing knowledge and best practices to support their growth and development. Ensures Flex values are part of work life.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Certification in any of the following area will be considered as an added advantage

• Management Professional (PMP)
• Lean Six Sigma Certification
• Strong analytical and reporting skills, with proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)