Project Manager - Digital Transformation & Innovation; Senior Associate

Position: Project Manager - Digital Transformation & Innovation (Senior Associate)
Job Summary:

The Tax Senior, Digital Transformation & Innovation - Project Management (Senior) will support the BDO Tax Digital Transformation and Innovation team by assisting in the execution of technology development projects. The Senior will contribute to the success of projects by ensuring tasks are completed on time, within scope, and on budget. The ideal candidate will have a foundational understanding of project management and familiarity with both waterfall and agile development methodologies.

The Senior will collaborate with business stakeholders, DT&I product management teams, software developers, Fusion teams and DT&I deployment teams to assist in the creation and implementation of project plans that meet the needs of our clients and professionals.

Job Duties:

Project Management and Coordination

* 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

Supervisory Responsibilities:

* N/A

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Education:

* Bachelor's Degree, required; focus in Business, Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Information Technology, preferred

Experience:

* Three (3) or more years of experience with project management and software development lifecycle, required

* 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

License/

Certifications:

* Project Management Professional (PMP) Certified, preferred

* Scrum Master or Agile Certified Practitioner, preferred

Software:

* Proficient with project management tools (such as MS Project, Smartsheet), required

Other Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

* 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

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.

National Range: $80,000 - $140,000

Maryland Range: $80,000 - $140,000

NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $80,000 - $140,000