This position will involve overseeing multiple engagements and providing strategic guidance to project teams. Program Directors will employ strong communication and organizational skills, technical and functional knowledge, and program leadership expertise to mobilize and lead most Corporate Performance Management (CPM) projects. This position will serve as the owner of the Finit-client relationship across engagements.
Responsibilities:- Lead and manage multiple end-to-end engagements.
- Account for the shape of client's strategic vision and operational success beyond the scope of any one engagement.
- Develop strong client relationships by demonstrating leadership during the Mobilization and Design project stages. Becomes advisor during the remaining project stages.
- Lead teams of Finit and client resources through project mobilization, including current state analysis, requirements gathering, foundation design, and future state roadmap planning.
- Own creation of content for key project startup deliverables, including requirements traceability matrices, scope definition, and high-level project strategy.
- Define Finit project team roles and responsibilities.
- Serve as trusted quality assurance advisor during program execution and coordinate with project leaders to manage risk and tactical resource allocation.
- Support Finit's business development activities such as project scoping, RFP responses, proposal development and preparation of project contracts.
- Maintain knowledge of CPM industry trends and product capabilities among key CPM vendors.
- Provide content/functional expertise in the core CPM knowledge areas, including: Financial Close & Consolidation, Financial Planning, Reporting & Analysis, and Data Governance.
- Proactively identify ways to improve processes and provide solutions for Finit's clients.
- Build and develop authentic client and Finit relationships.
- Mentor, coach, and develop other Finitians. Develop a coaching/leading relationship with all levels of the client and internal team. Be able to "rally the troops" when necessary and successfully mediate between teams.
- Show confident decision making despite uncertainty or incomplete information. Manage stressful or changing situations appropriately and confidentially communicate plan and strategy, both internally and externally.
- Provide real-time on-the-job feedback/coaching to team members. Communicate openly with client to obtain feedback.
- Play a key role in driving and supporting critical internal Finit activities and projects, including recruiting, training, employee enablement and performance management.
- Assume ownership of one's own personal growth at Finit and continuously seek to broaden and develop new job skills and expertise.
Skills:- Program Directors will typically have 10-12+ years of CPM experience with demonstrated program leadership.
- Deep knowledge of the CPM product functionality and solution capabilities including Oracle/Hyperion and/or OneStream.
- Current knowledge of CPM industry trends and deep understanding of industry issues impacting the CFO and CIO offices.
- Excellent written and verbal skills, and capable of tailoring communication based on the knowledge and needs of specific audiences.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills to assist with managing both Finit staff and client stakeholders within the expectations of Finit's core values.
- Energized by projects with high degree of uncertainty. Can manage this uncertainty appropriately for other team members.
Qualifications:- Previous OneStream experience a plus.
- Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent a plus.
- CPA a plus.
Benefits:Our benefit program is designed to provide a work/life balance that ensures Finit remains a Great Place To Work.
Eligible employees can participate in Finit's comprehensive benefit program which includes:
- 100% premium paid by Employer for Employee level coverage
- Excellent healthcare and Rx plans start on the first day of employment
- Employer contributions to an HSA up to $3,600
- Dental and vision plans with nationwide network
- Company-paid life and AD&D plans
- Company-paid short-term and long-term disability plans
- Salary continuation during disability up to 6 months
- 401(k) retirement plan with immediate vesting for employer match contribution
- Traditional and ROTH 401(k) with 28 fund options to select and invest
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) eligibility with no waiting period
- Carryforward unused FSA balance up to IRS max
- "Make Life Easier" Perk for personal eligible expenses
- Monthly Connectivity Allowance
- Annual Peripheral Expense Allowance
- Paid 3-month sabbatical after 10 years of employment
- Paid 12-week parental leave
- Paid 11 Holidays
- Flexible PTO/Vacation
- ESOP allocation
Remote Workplace:Employees at Finit primarily work remotely. Our consultants may have some travel requirements to client locations. Our main corporate office is located in Cincinnati, OH and may be used for collaborative work.
Job Location:This is a remote position open to candidates across the United States. The role includes travel requirements that may be up to 40% of the time, although actual travel expectations will vary based on client needs, project phase, and individual role responsibilities. While travel frequency can fluctuate, candidates should be comfortable with regular travel as part of supporting client engagements and business objectives.
Physical Requirements:The role is primarily based in an office setting, accounting for approximately 60% of the workday, involving tasks such as computer-based work, attending meetings, and conducting routine office activities. Travel constitutes a significant part of this role, comprising up to 40% of work time. This includes both car and air travel to client sites, conferences, and meetings.
- Sitting: Extensive periods of sitting are required, including working at a desk and during travel. This accounts for approximately 55% of the workday.
- Standing: Standing is occasionally required, typically during client engagements, presentations, or networking events, constituting about 15% of the workday.
- Walking: Regular walking is necessary for moving within offices at client sites, and during travel, making up about 15% of the workday.
- Lifting and Carrying:
- Weight Range: The role may require lifting and carrying items such as laptops, portable presentation equipment, and document files, usually not exceeding 20 pounds.
- Frequency: Occasional Lifting: Occurs approximately 15% of the workday, primarily during travel.
- Frequent or Constant Lifting: Not typically required for this role.
- Talking on Phone Conversation: Engaging in phone conversations with clients and team members is frequent, making up about 35% of the workday.
- Web Conferencing: Participating in web conferences with clients and internal teams is a regular part of the role, accounting for approximately 35% of the workday.