Job Description

Primary Skills

Project Finance (forecasting, actuals, budgeting, overrun/underrun analysis) Advanced Excel

Secondary Skills

Project Coordination Stakeholder Management

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Governance & Oversight

Establish and maintain PMO standards, methodologies, and best practices for finance projects. Monitor project performance, timelines, budgets, and risks. Ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements.

2. Financial Planning & Analysis

Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial tracking for finance transformation initiatives. Analyze financial data to assess project viability and ROI. Collaborate with Finance and Accounting teams for accurate reporting.

3. Stakeholder Management

Act as a liaison between Finance, IT, and other business units. Facilitate communication and reporting to senior leadership and steering committees. Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure alignment with business goals.

4. Portfolio Management

Maintain a centralized view of all finance-related projects. Prioritize initiatives based on strategic value, resource availability, and risk. Provide regular updates, dashboards, and insights to leadership.

5. Risk & Issue Management

Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies. Track and resolve project issues in collaboration with project teams.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field (MBA or CPA preferred). 5+ years of experience in project management or PMO roles within a finance function. Strong understanding of financial processes, systems, and controls. Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Smartsheet). Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills. PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification is a plus.
Job Type: Contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: RM7,000.00 - RM15,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person