Program Manager

Pay: $80 hourly Duration: 12 months, possibility of extension Job Description: Position Summary: We are seeking an experienced Functional Project Manager to lead the implementation of OneStreams Finance application as part of a large-scale finance transformation initiative. This role requires a strong finance background, proven experience managing complex finance system implementations, and the ability to work closely with finance, IT, and executive stakeholders. The successful candidate will serve as the functional lead, ensuring business requirements are translated into a successful OneStream solution delivered on time and within Product. Day-to-Day Responsibilities: Serve as the Overall Functional Project Manager for the end-to-end implementation of OneStreams Finance application. Lead project planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting across all phases of the implementation lifecycle. Act as the primary liaison between Finance stakeholders, IT teams, system integrators, and external vendors. Drive requirements gathering, process design, and functional solution alignment for finance processes including: Financial close and consolidation Planning, budgeting, and forecasting Financial reporting and analytics Ensure alignment with transformation objectives, accounting standards, and internal controls. Manage Product, timeline, budget, risks, and dependencies; proactively identify and mitigate risks. Oversee functional design reviews, testing (UAT), training, and deployment activities. Support change management efforts to ensure adoption of the OneStream solution. Provide regular status updates and executive-level communications to senior leadership. Ensure compliance with project governance, PMO standards, and documentation requirements. Onsite Requirement: Ability and willingness to travel onsite at least 75% of the time. Required Education and Experience: Bachelors degree required; MBA or equivalent preferred (Finance concentration). 10+ years of experience in Finance, Financial Systems, or Finance Transformation roles. Proven experience managing large-scale finance application implementations, preferably including OneStream. Strong functional knowledge of finance processes such as close, consolidation, planning, budgeting, and reporting. Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional and geographically distributed teams. PMP certification (preferred) or equivalent project management credential. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills. Required Skills: Effective communication and relationship building across all organizational levels. Strong functional finance expertise with practical business insight. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Project). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional follow-through. Ability to manage priorities and deliver outcomes within established timelines. Solid project management proficiency. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and responsiveness. Proactive and adaptable in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Sound business acumen supporting strategic decision-making. Desired Skills: Prior hands-on experience with OneStream implementations. Background in accounting (CPA preferred but not required). Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, PS Finance, Longview) and data integration concepts. Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) Certified Green Belt (Six Sigma or relevant certification) Soft Skills: Exceptional written and oral communication skills for executive briefings. Leadership capability to engage stakeholders in a matrix organization. Influencing, motivating, and change leadership abilities. Strong accountability, urgency, and adaptability in addressing project issues. Ability to serve as a change agent in evolving environments. Cross-cultural sensitivity. Customer-focused with commitment to delivering high-quality projects. Highly collaborative in team settings.