Overview
A Project Manager is responsible for driving the overall success of moderately complex or larger projects, leading the PowerPlan and client project teams, while keeping the project on schedule, on budget and on time using the PowerMe tools and methodology. Lead the successful implementation of our software solutions for our end clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software implementation, a deep understanding of the accounting domain, and a proven track record of collaborating with system integrators. This role requires expertise in managing complex software implementation projects involving significant stakeholders, including those related to large ERP solutions.
Key Performance Objectives
Project Leadership: Lead end-to-end implementation projects, ensuring successful delivery of PowerPlan software within scope, budget, and timeline. Provide strategic direction and guidance to project teams.
Software Implementation: Manage the implementation lifecycle, including requirements gathering, solution design, configuration, testing, deployment, and post-implementation support.
Requirements Gathering and Analysis: Collaborate closely with clients to understand their business needs and translate them into detailed software requirements. Work closely with internal teams to ensure alignment and feasibility.
Solution Design and Configuration: Work closely with internal functional and technical teams to design and configure the PowerPlan software solution to meet client-specific requirements while adhering to best practices and industry standards.
System Integration: Collaborate with third-party system integrators to ensure seamless integration of PowerPlan with existing client systems, including ERP solutions and other relevant software.
Project Planning and Management: Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk management strategies. Monitor project progress, identify potential roadblocks, and proactively address issues to ensure successful project outcomes.
Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies. Proactively address challenges to minimize disruptions and ensure project deliverables are met.
Resource Management: Allocate resources effectively to ensure optimal project execution.
Budget and Timeline Control: Monitor project budgets and timelines, ensuring that the project stays within scope and meets deadlines.
Documentation: Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, status reports, meeting minutes, and other relevant records.
Stakeholder Communication: Maintain clear and effective communication with clients, internal teams, system integrators, and other stakeholders. Provide regular project status updates, resolve issues, and manage expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
Quality Assurance and Testing: Oversee the testing process to validate that the PowerPlan solution meets client requirements and functions as intended. Facilitate user acceptance testing (UAT) and ensure a smooth transition to the deployment phase.
Training and Documentation: Coordinate training sessions for end-users and stakeholders to ensure they can effectively utilize the software. Create comprehensive documentation and user guides as needed.
Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements, best practices, and innovative approaches to enhance software implementation processes and client satisfaction.
Requirements
· Bachelor’s degree in business, Accounting, Computer Science, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
· Minimum of 5 years of experience in software implementation project management, with a strong focus on accounting and financial software solutions.
· Proven experience working with system integrators to deliver successful software implementations.
· Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
· Prior involvement in implementing large-scale ERP solutions (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) is highly desirable.
· Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across various teams and stakeholders.
· Project management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, etc.) is a plus.
· Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
· Flexibility to travel as needed for client engagements.
PowerPlan is an EOE
Please note that this is a hybrid role that involves a combination of onsite work from our corporate office as well as work from home. While we strive to accommodate flexible working arrangements when sensible, there will be times when onsite work is required. This could include scheduled office days, team meetings, client meetings, or special events.