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Senior Project Manager - Finance
full-time•Washington•$157k - $175k
About this role
The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff “for fit” makes significant contributions to Howard University’s overall mission.
At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth.
Here is what we offer:
- Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
- Work-Life Balance: PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
- Financial Wellness: Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match
- Professional Development: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
- Additional Perks: Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture
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Howard University is seeking a Senior Project Manager. The Senior Project Manager (SPM) is a strategic leader responsible for driving high-impact financial initiatives and change management programs across the enterprise. With deep expertise in financial operations, regulatory frameworks, and organizational transformation, the SPM will lead cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects that enhance financial performance, operational resilience, and stakeholder value. This role demands a mastery of project execution, stakeholder engagement, and adaptive leadership in dynamic environments.
SUPERVISORY ACCOUNTABILITY: Responsible for leading cross-functional project teams, including direct oversight of project analysts, financial specialists, and change management consultants. May supervise external vendors and contractors engaged in project delivery.
NATURE AND SCOPE: Interfaces with senior leadership across finance, IT, legal, and operations departments. Engages external stakeholders including auditors, regulators, and strategic partners. Impacts enterprise-wide financial systems, compliance frameworks, and operational workflows.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Lead end-to-end execution of finance-related projects including budgeting system upgrades, cost optimization programs, and compliance initiatives.
Translate strategic objectives into actionable project plans with clear milestones, KPIs, and risk mitigation strategies.
Oversee multi-stream programs involving finance, IT, legal, and operations, ensuring alignment with enterprise goals.
Design and implement change management frameworks to support adoption of new financial systems, policies, and workflows.
Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, facilitating decision-making through data-driven insights and scenario modeling.
Monitor project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance metrics; ensure adherence to internal controls and regulatory standards.
Identify process inefficiencies and lead initiatives to streamline financial operations and reporting cycles.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle), and PM tools (e.g., MS Project, Visio)
Expertise in regulatory compliance (SOX, Basel III, IFRS), risk management, and internal audit coordination.
Lead enterprise-wide change management strategies to drive adoption of new financial systems, policies, and workflows, ensuring alignment with organizational culture and stakeholder readiness.
Influence behavioral change across diverse stakeholder groups by applying structured communication, training, and reinforcement techniques that foster accountability, engagement, and sustained transformation.
Exceptional communication and negotiation skills across technical and non-technical audiences.
Proven ability to lead diverse teams in high-stakes environments with competing priorities.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a bias for execution.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
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7–10 years of progressive experience in financial project management, including enterprise-wide change initiatives.
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PMP or equivalent certification required; Prosci or other change management certification strongly preferred.
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Demonstrated success in leading finance transformation programs within large, matrixed organizations.
Compliance Salary Range Disclosure
Compensation Range: $157,500 - $175,000
What you'll do
- The Senior Project Manager will lead end-to-end execution of finance-related projects and oversee multi-stream programs involving finance, IT, legal, and operations. They will also serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, facilitating decision-making through data-driven insights.
About Howard University
Howard University Graduate School offers 44 programs and over 100 specializations. Our wide-ranging programs consistently aid students in successfully obtaining post-graduate degrees. Students accepted to Howard University’s Graduate School are not only equipped with tools to be successful but they are encouraged to develop thought processes that enable them to seek truth and provide service to communities around the world.
Being a part of an institution that is currently ranked No. 30 in the "Nation's Most Innovative Schools" list issued by U.S. News & World Report, we are proud to maintain our consistency in producing the nation's largest number of African-American on-campus doctoral degree recipients. We are committed to maintaining Howard University’s unique mission that amplifies its core values of leadership, excellence, truth and service.
Howard University is a comprehensive, research-intensive historically black private university located in Washington, D.C. Total enrollment is approximately 11,000 students in its undergraduate, graduate, professional, and joint degree programs, which span more than 120 areas of study within 13 schools and colleges, the University is dedicated to educating students from diverse backgrounds. Since its founding in 1867, Howard has awarded more than 120,000 degrees and certificates in the arts, the sciences, and the humanities.
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