Project Manager - Byrne Zizzi : Job Details

Mississippi candidate only We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Project Manager to oversee and coordinate client engagements, internal initiatives, and cross-functional projects within our accounting firm. This role is pivotal in ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with firm objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, excellent communication skills, and a solid understanding of accounting workflows and compliance requirements. Essential functions:

• Lead and manage multiple client and internal projects from initiation to completion.
• Collaborate with team members to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocations.
• Monitor project progress and adjust plans as needed to meet deadlines and budget constraints.
• Facilitate regular project meetings and status updates with stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues proactively.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and firm standards.
• Support process improvement initiatives and technology implementations.
• Maintain documentation and prepare reports for leadership and clients.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives such as technology rollouts and, process improvements
• Maintain project dashboards and provide regular updates to leadership.
• Support scheduling and coordination of firm-wide meetings, trainings, and events.
• Assist in managing vendor relationships and internal compliance tasks.

• Effectively guides, motivates, and aligns cross-functional teams to achieve project goals through clear communication, strategic delegation, and strong collaboration
• Skilled at managing multiple deadlines and tasks by efficiently organizing workload and focusing on high-impact activities.
• Ensures accuracy and quality in all aspects of project execution by meticulously reviewing data, deliverables, and processes.
• Adapts well to shifting priorities, taking initiative to overcome challenges and foster ongoing improvement. Skilled at managing multiple demands in a dynamic, fast-paced setting.
• Maintains discretion, integrity, and a high level of professionalism when handling sensitive information and client relationships.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• PMP or CAPM certification required.
• 3+ years of project management experience.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Trello).

• Experience working in or with a CPA firm or financial services organization.
• Experience managing software implementations (e.g., ERP, accounting systems).
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance (e.g., SOX, GAAP).
• Project Management experience in a professional services or accounting environment.

• The work environment is an air conditioned office setting with lighting and minimal noise.

• Sedentary work.
• Requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Repetitive motion and substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading
• Speaking - Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word to impart oral information to clients or the public and to convey detailed spoken instructions to other workers through the telephone or in person.
• Hearing - The ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds (alarms) in person or through telephone.
• Must have the ability to walk short distances, and drive a vehicle to other office locations or to meet with clients.
• Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

• Will travel as needed to other locations.