Project Manager - Finance Operations

About the Position

We are seeking a Project Manager for Finance Operations to join our Finance Operations Enablement team at NIQ. This strategic role is designed to drive transformation and optimization initiatives across the organization. As the dedicated Project Manager for Finance Operations, you will lead complex projects, support business leaders, and bring structure and rigor to transformation and optimization efforts as part of business-as-usual operations. You will be the go-to expert for project delivery using waterfall methodology with traditional phase-gate processes, working across all towers and functions, and supporting senior leadership in achieving operational excellence. The position requires collaboration across all major Finance Operations sites including Pune (India), Bucharest (Romania), Sofia (Bulgaria), Bogota (Colombia), and Guangzhou (China).

This is NOT a typical technology rollout role but rather a finance operations transformation position focusing on process improvement, compliance, and organizational development within a Global Business Services (GBS) environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of transformation and optimization projects from initiation through execution to closure.
• Develop and implement project governance frameworks ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned to strategic business objectives.
• Drive multiple concurrent projects, managing resources, risks, and dependencies across global teams.
• Run weekly cadence calls with workstream leads to track progress, identify blockers, and ensure alignment across all project streams.
• Set up and facilitate regular steering committee meetings, along side our PMO, providing executive visibility into project status, decision-making forums for critical issues, and governance oversight for portfolio-level priorities.
• Partner with our functional leaders, Global Process Owners (GPOs), and Service Delivery teams to identify, prioritize, and execute transformation initiatives across all finance operations towers including Record to Report (RTR), Procure to Pay (P2P), and Order to Cash (O2C).
• Establish and maintain project management standards, templates, and reporting mechanisms.
• Utilize advanced project management tools such as Smartsheet, MS Project, and Jira to track progress, manage risks, and report outcomes.
• Maintain a central repository of project documentation, lessons learned, and best practices.
• Act as a change agent supporting business leaders in the adoption of new processes, technologies, and ways of working.
• Lead transition projects including migrations, process redesigns, and system implementations.
• Support the rollout and adoption of automation (RPA, GenAI) and digital initiatives, collaborating with RPA CoE and EIT teams.

Requirements

Must-Have Requirements

• Experience: 7+ years in project management, transformation, or transition roles within Finance Shared Services or GBS environments.
• Certifications: PMP, PRINCE2, or similar project management credentials. Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt.
• Methodology: Waterfall project management with traditional phase-gate processes, structured planning and execution.
• Additional Skills: Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), RPA technologies (UiPath, SAP scripting, MS Automation tools).
• Tools: Strong proficiency in MS Project, Jira, and Smartsheet.
• Core Skills: Excellent stakeholder management, communication, facilitation skills. Ability to drive consensus and manage diverse global teams. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, results-oriented mindset.
• CRITICAL: GBS or multinational finance environment experience is essential.

Preferred/Nice-to-Have

• Experience in specific finance domains (RTR, P2P, O2C).
• Advanced certification in Change Management or Organizational Development.
• Familiarity with Agile practices for hybrid approaches.
• Change management and training program development experience.
• Advanced tool expertise and data analysis platforms.
• Multilingual abilities for global stakeholder engagement.
• Deep knowledge of compliance frameworks and internal controls.

We Offer

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

About the Company

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights-delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms-NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

For more information, visit NIQ.com

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At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence. All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit the Diversity and Inclusion page.

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