FINTECH Operations Strategic Initiatives Project Manager

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a FINTECH Operations Strategic Initiatives Project Manager in United States.

This role sits at the intersection of finance transformation, operations, and technology, driving high-impact strategic initiatives that enable scalable and efficient financial systems and processes. You will lead complex, cross-functional programs that support systems access, data governance, and operational readiness across global and offshore teams. Acting as a key connector between Finance, Technology, and PMO stakeholders, you will ensure seamless execution of critical transformation initiatives. The environment is fast-paced, highly collaborative, and accountability-driven, requiring strong leadership and structured execution. Your work will directly influence financial operations, reporting capabilities, and enterprise-wide process optimization. This is a high-visibility role where precision, coordination, and strategic thinking are essential to success.

• Lead and manage end-to-end execution of large-scale finance transformation programs, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and on budget across multiple workstreams.
• Oversee systems access, user provisioning, and onboarding processes for offshore and third-party teams, coordinating closely with HR, Technology, and Change Management partners.
• Drive the setup, governance, and optimization of tools such as ServiceNow and Fieldglass to ensure secure and compliant access and operational workflows.
• Facilitate knowledge transfer, documentation, and data management practices to support sustainable operational continuity across distributed teams.
• Manage connectivity and collaboration between US-based and offshore teams, resolving escalations and coordinating issue resolution with Technology stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development of financial reporting methodologies, operational processes, and KPI tracking to support strategic decision-making.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
• 8+ years of experience in program/project management, ideally within finance transformation, fintech operations, or enterprise technology environments.
• Strong expertise in both Agile and Waterfall methodologies with proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional programs.
• Solid understanding of finance operations, systems access management, and enterprise service tools such as ServiceNow or similar platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to lead in matrixed environments, influencing stakeholders across Finance, Technology, and global teams.
• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and escalation management skills in high-accountability environments.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to translate technical and operational requirements into actionable plans.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail, time management, and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Self-starter mindset with a strong focus on delivery, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary ranging from approximately $105,786 to $155,152 depending on location.
• Comprehensive health, life, and voluntary benefits supporting physical, mental, and financial well-being.
• Short-term and long-term incentive opportunities, including bonus structures (details provided during hiring process).
• Remote-first work arrangement within the United States.
• Retirement and financial savings support programs.
• Paid time off and additional lifestyle and wellbeing benefits.
• Inclusive and performance-driven culture focused on trust, accountability, and collaboration.
• Access to structured career development and learning opportunities in a fast-evolving technology and finance transformation environment.