Finance Project Manager

About the Opportunity

The purpose of the Finance Project Manager role is to plan, coordinate, and execute projects across Mergers & Acquisitions, Post Acquisition Integration, and Payment Technology Transformation. The Project Manager is responsible for leading end-to-end project delivery, ensuring benefit realization within a clear timeframe and in alignment with strategic objectives.

This is a hands-on role suited for someone comfortable managing several projects. The position is a fixed-term contract for 18 months with potential for permanent placement.

Responsibilities

• Project Planning & Governance – Define project scope, timeline, & milestones
• Project Management & Delivery – Track and report project status, coordinate internal workstreams
• Communication – Establish clear communication channels
• Integration Management – Lead post-transaction integration
• Stakeholder Management – Work closely with directors and senior management
• Risk & Issue Management – Identify & mitigate potential risks
• Compliance – Ensure legal, regulatory, and internal governance requirements are met
• M&A Research & Due Diligence coordination – Coordinate research and evaluation of potential M&A targets

About You

Skills & Knowledge Required:

• Project Management Qualification e.g. PRINCE2, PMP
• Finance Qualification e.g. ACCA, ACA, CIMA
• Experience of SAP (Desirable)
• 5+ years of project management experience, ideally in M&A
• Experience of M&A processes, due diligence, legal, financial, and operational aspects of financial services
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage confidential information

Behavioural Competencies Required:

• Clear communication
• Builds trust
• Conflict resolution
• Champions change
• Decisive
• Stays calm & effective
• Collaborative
• Confidentiality & discretion
• Results-oriented
• Delivery-focused

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