Program Execution Governance Manager

Global Financial Firm located in Tampa, FL has an immediate contract opportunity for an experienced Program Execution Governance Manager Pay Rate: $81.00 - $85.00 Negotiable based upon years of experience Work Mode: Hybrid Responsibilities: Manage day-to-day execution of milestones and resources on multiple complex projects. Identify stakeholders and key organizations to build and manage relationships. Direct creation and alignment of multiple work projects to business goals. Lead facilitation, coordination, and arbitration of cross-functional topics with Senior Management. Identify and drive resolution of issues outside established projects of work. Ensure project scope definition meets business objectives and aligns with business goals. Drive adherence to project processes, procedures, methods, and standards. Assist project team in negotiating for resources from other departments. Direct development and quality assurance of program status decks for precise reporting. Partner with project managers to ensure transparent, accurate program status communication. Ensure appropriate staffing across all areas of the program. Communicate status, issue, and risk disposition to stakeholders, including senior management. Identify risks impacting project delivery and ensure mitigation strategies are executed. Escalate program risks to Program Director or Program Sponsor when appropriate. Requirements: 10-12 years of experience. Undergraduate degree; Masters (MBA or MS) in Finance or Information Systems preferred. Strong stakeholder management experience. Experience in payments and understanding of different lines of business within payments. Strong data analysis skills. Preferred Skills: Audit background preferred but not required.