The role of an IT Program Manager with a background in finance requires a unique blend of skills, as it involves overseeing technology projects within a financial context. This position involves managing multiple IT projects and initiatives that support the financial goals and operations of a company. Ability to communicate with senior leadership level a key skill.
 
 
Day to Day Responsibilities of this Program Manager include:
 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills to coordinate with project managers and senior leadership
• Manage interdependencies within projects under your program
• Ability to manage long term strategic goals of overall program
• Support project managers and program leadership, ensure alignment
• Provide executive summaries and raise issues to leadership across program
• Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools, such as Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or Kanban.
• The ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Identify potential program level risks and implement mitigation strategies

 
Finance Experience:

• In-depth understanding of financial principles, concepts, and practices.
• Ability to manage IT projects that directly impact financial processes, systems, and reporting.
• Ensure that IT projects are aligned with financial objectives and deliver measurable business value.
• Knowledge of financial processes, budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and financial risk management.
• Familiarity with financial regulations and compliance standards, as well as how IT systems impact financial operations.
• Ability to manage IT projects that directly impact financial processes, systems, and reporting.
• Ensure that IT projects are aligned with financial objectives and deliver measurable business value.

 
Technical Knowledge:

• Familiarity with IT infrastructure, systems, and software development life cycle (SDLC) processes.
• Understanding of IT security, data privacy, and compliance considerations.
• Ability to collaborate with technical teams and understand their requirements, constraints, and dependencies.

 
Soft Skills:

• Excellent leadership and team management abilities to guide and motivate project teams.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills to address project challenges and make timely decisions.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to convey project status, risks, and progress to stakeholders.
• Adaptability and flexibility to adjust to changing project requirements and priorities.

 
Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Finance, or a related field
• PMP Certified
• Proficient in Smartsheet
• Proficient in Visio