BDO USA · 6 hours ago
Project Manager - Digital Transformation & Innovation (Senior Associate)
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $140K/yr
3+ years expBDO USA is a leading accounting and advisory firm that values individuality and impactful work. The Tax Senior, Digital Transformation & Innovation will support the execution of technology development projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and on budget.
AccountingConsultingFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Supports the initiation, planning, execution and implementation of project plans for technology development projects within the Tax Digital Transformation and Innovation portfolio by:
Establishing the purpose, expectations, and scope of the project to ensure it covers all requirements
Identifying all stakeholders directly or indirectly affected by the project
Defining clear milestones and a timeline for the project to ensure a smooth flow of events
Forecasting budget estimations for running the project
Implementing the project plan and carrying out tasks necessary to achieve project objectives
Establishing risks, issues, and interdependencies connected to the project to prepare and plan beforehand
Ensuring the project outputs are delivered while maintaining alignment with the plan
Employing an agile methodology to progressively enhance solution functionality in subsequent releases
Collaborates with the Project Manager and Deployment Lead to ensure project alignment with product objectives and company goals
Utilizes project management tools and software to track tasks, monitor progress and communicate status updates to stakeholders
Facilitates communication amongst project team members and stakeholders to ensure understanding of project objectives, timelines, and deliverables
Identifies and manages project risk factors and contributes to mitigation strategies
Ensures project documentation is maintained and updated throughout the project lifecycle
Attends post-project evaluation workshops to capture learnings and improve future project practices by documenting issues discussed and proposing improvement areas
Manages meetings by creating agendas with clear objectives/roles/time allocation, takes notes of any decisions and action items
Other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree, required; focus in Business, Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Information Technology, preferred
Three (3) or more years of experience with project management and software development lifecycle, required
Proficient with project management tools (such as MS Project, Smartsheet), required
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
Basic knowledge of project management principles
Basic knowledge of software development lifecycle
Excellent organizational skills, specifically the ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
Problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Self-motivated and disciplined person that is passionate about collaborating and supporting others
Ability to successfully interact with professionals at all levels
Preferred
Three (3) years of experience serving as a project associate or similar role, with a focus on technology development projects, preferred
Experience working in the tax or accounting professional services industry, preferred
Project Management Professional (PMP)® Certified, preferred
Scrum Master or Agile Certified Practitioner, preferred
Benefits
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Flexibility and opportunities for advancement
Comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits
Company
BDO USA
BDO USA renders taxation, audit, assurance, advisory, and business outsourcing services to companies across all sectors of the economy.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.3BKey Investors
Apollo
2023-08-15Debt Financing· $1.3B
Leadership Team
Catherine Moy
Chief People Officer
Cristin Boynton
Principal, Tax Automation & Innovation
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