Finance Project Manager; Consulting

Position Summary

We are seeking a Finance Project Manager to join a leading global technology organization delivering innovative software and cloud-based solutions. This consultant will lead a high-impact, cross‑functional compliance initiative supporting the implementation of new California tax legislation affecting digitally delivered software and SaaS offerings. The ideal candidate is an experienced enterprise Project Manager with a proven ability to drive execution, governance, stakeholder alignment, and successful delivery across complex organizations.

Hybrid position: working on‑site three (3) days per week in Santa Clara, California.

• Lead enterprise‑wide implementation of a major regulatory compliance initiative.
• Develop and manage project plans, milestones, timelines, budgets, and dependencies.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams across Finance, Tax, IT, Product, Legal, and Operations.
• Facilitate executive steering committee meetings and provide project status updates.
• Monitor project risks, issues, and mitigation strategies throughout delivery.
• Support system, process, and policy changes impacting tax, invoicing, and reporting.
• Drive testing, change management, and implementation readiness activities.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of Project Management experience leading enterprise initiatives.
• Experience delivering large regulatory, compliance, ERP, finance transformation, or technology implementation projects.
• PMP certification is preferred but not required.

• Experience leading enterprise‑level projects through all phases of the project lifecycle, including planning, execution, governance, and delivery.
• Experience with project planning, governance, scheduling, milestone management, and project reporting.
• Experience identifying, managing, and mitigating project risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Experience supporting financial systems, ERP, or enterprise technology implementation projects.
• Experience using Microsoft Project, Microsoft Excel, and other project management and reporting tools.
• Experience with organizational change management, implementation planning, and business readiness activities.
• Strong executive communication skills with the ability to present project updates and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Experience providing cross‑functional leadership across business, technology, and operational teams.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to build relationships and influence decision‑making at all organizational levels.
• Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines in fast‑paced environments.
• Strong strategic problem‑solving and analytical skills with the ability to resolve complex project challenges.
• Self‑motivated professional with the ability to balance competing priorities while maintaining attention to detail and delivering high‑quality results.

No travel will be required, unless at the client’s discretion.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified applicants or candidates with disabilities upon request to enable them to perform essential functions. This role may require mobility to attend in‑person meetings, sitting or standing for extended periods, and the use of telephone, computer, or other electronic communication devices.

The compensation for this specific role is based on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to education, licensure and certifications, location, experience, and training. A reasonable estimate for the current hourly range for this role is $85 – $100.

Benefits include access to top‑tier employers and job opportunities, health insurance, sick leave, and 401(k).

Hybrid (Santa Clara).

Contract

Solomon Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We firmly believe in fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. All employees, including managers and supervisors, are responsible for upholding our EEO and diversity principles.

Discrimination or harassment of any kind will not be tolerated.