Project Manager - Apex Systems : Job Details

Location: Columbus, OH (Remote)

Pay Range: $65-$75 per hour

Contract Length: 6 Months (Contract Only)

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Manager with a proven track record of successfully managing technology-related application and integration projects that require changes to IT applications. This role is critical in driving projects that manage governance, risks, issues and compliance frameworks within the organization. As a Senior Project Manager, you will work cross-functionally with technology teams, business segment owners, operations segment owners and risk management owners, as well as senior leadership to ensure timely delivery of the Integration efforts, effective remediation, and adherence to internal and external requirements.

This person must excel at communication, details, organization, leadership, project management, and have a positive attitude who proactively takes the initiative to Get Stuff Done with high quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Management: Lead end-to-end delivery of the efforts, including risk and compliance requirements. Develop/Manage project charters, plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with cross-functional teams including compliance, risk, audit, legal, Operations, Product Management and IT to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Risk and Issue Management: Proactively identify risks, issues, and dependencies. Develop mitigation strategies and escalation plans to address challenges effectively.
• Governance and Reporting: Develop and deliver regular status reports, project updates, and dashboards for senior leadership and stakeholders. Maintain documentation for audits and reviews.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance integration processes, automate workflows, and improve project efficiency.
• Team Leadership: Provide direction to project team members, fostering collaboration, accountability, and a result-driven culture.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in managing technical projects, with at least 2 years focused on integration, regulatory or compliance-related technology projects.
• Experience in financial services, or other regulated industries is highly desirable.

Skills and Competencies

• Finance & Sourcing experience, specifically General Ledger, Regulatory Reporting, Profisee, CCAR, Workday (Source to Pay)
• Experience managing technology projects that include integration, regulatory and compliance frameworks e.g., SOX.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders and dependencies.
• Exceptional problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Can work effectively with all organization levels and can tailor the communication when presenting project updates to executive management.
• Expertise in project management tools such as ADO, JIRA, or Microsoft Project.
• Experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Document Archive, Process Automation

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.