It Project Manager (Finance & Hr Information Systems)

Overview
As a leading global media network, Omnicom Media Group (OMG) sets itself apart with an agile, client-first approach that helps businesses thrive today and into the future. With more than 21,000 employees globally, OMG has the talent, expertise and clout to deliver unprecedented levels of innovation for our clients. The group is comprised of global, award-winning agencies Hearts & Science, OMD and PHD. From leadership to entry-level talent, we are a diverse mix of ages, genders, ethnicities, skill sets and backgrounds. Unlocking the potential of our world-class talent is Omni, the industry's first marketing operating system which transforms data into actionable insights for better business outcomes.
Role Overview:
Manage small/medium/large size HRIS and Financial Systems projects through all stages of the project lifecycle from initiation, scoping and planning, execution and closeout. Projects will cover all areas of including Software Development, 3rd party/SaaS software implementation, and Process Improvements/ Automation
Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Minimum of 3-4 years in IT or Finance/Accounting, with 2+ years' project management experience
• Strong project management experience and skill set inclusive of the following areas: scope management, schedule development and management, risk management, issue management, change management, communication management, cost management and quality management
• PMP Certification preferred/a plus
• Understanding and respecting data confidentiality in the workplace
• Prior Experience in managing large scale ERP implementation projects including Microsoft D365 and SuccessFactors highly preferred
• Experience with managing Microsoft DevOps a plus
• Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional teams without formal authority
• Proactive communicator and collaborator with external and internal stakeholders
• Proactive, good attention to detail, problem solver
• Ability to mult-task and execute simultaneously on multiple high priority projects
• Smartsheet experience preferred/a plus

Preferred (Not Required)

• Knowledge working with Agile SCRUM teams, Kanban or Lean project management methodologies
• Experience working on the entire SDLC
• Knowledge of systems architecture on-premise and cloud projects
• Media Agency experience

Responsibilities
Project Management:

• Execute all project work and initiatives based on PMO Governance Model. Fully accountable for all project documentation and deliverables in Project Portfolio Management Tool (Project Toolkit)
• Project Execution/Delivery: Manage all project work and related activities on a daily basis. Responsible for execution and final delivery of the project. Accountable for ensuring deadlines are met and roadblocks are identified and mitigated
• Will need to be able to manage several HRIS and Financial Systems projects concurrently
• Manage Project Scope/Status: Develop and manage project schedules (plans), resources, deliverables, issues, and timelines throughout the project lifecycle with input from all stakeholders
• Project Communications: Keep management and key stakeholders well informed on a timely basis. Issue weekly Status Reports and Project Dashboard to Stakeholders. Conduct weekly/bi-weekly status meetings
• Risk Management: Communicate and socialize pending project risks within and across the project team(s). Manage risk classification workflow related to specific project. Escalate risks as required to appropriate level of management. Lead project risk mitigation efforts
• Project Leadership: Provide leadership to the project team throughout the life cycle of the project
• Project Closeout/Final Acceptance: Acquire final acceptance of the project (from the sponsor/business lead), ensuring project meets scope and success criteria. Lead Lessons Learned process

Client Service:

• Work directly with other FHRIS, IT team members and business teams within OMG and other Omnicom agencies to ensure overall business objectives are met in the most expeditious and cost-effective manner possible
• Ability to manage expectations

Resource Management:

• Organize cross-functional teams for scheduled meetings
• Ability to provide guidance on the appropriate use of resources during the project lifecycle
• Responsible to ensure that the project team adheres to timeline and risk classification delivery workflow
• Supervise project teams executing multiple projects/tasks
• Work effectively with minimal supervision to agreed guidelines and procedures

Communication:

• Ability to communicate with executive management regarding the status of current project initiatives;
• Communicate with PMO Director regarding project health, status, and risks; socialize successes and challenges for transparency
• Responsible to report any exceptions to Security Policy and Systems Standards to management and correct any exceptions deemed unacceptable by management

Compensation Range: $90,000 - $125,000 annually. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, other job-related qualifications/skills, and geographic location (to account for comparative cost of living). The Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. For this role, Benefits include: health/vision/dental insurance, 401(k), Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Dependence Care Flexible Spending Account, vacation, sick, personal days, paid parental leave, and paid medical leave, STD/LTD insurance benefits.
OMG is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.