PCO Manager

Summary:

Responsible for supporting one or more project teams through successful management of the financial analysis and reconciliation process and the implementation of project management controls.

Job Duties:

  • Perform various financial analyses such as reconciliations and variance analysis
  • Prepare budgets and forecasts to project and track financial metrics such as revenue, expense, etc.
  • Interact periodically with senior level internal, and sometimes external, clients to present various analyses, discuss recommendations and provide project financial advice
  • Track expenditures and perform the client bill and receivable collection functions
  • Perform and manage project management office (PMO) functional tasks and perform day-to-day contract management activities
  • Understand and utilize standard processes for project management, quality management, and risk management
  • Contribute to the growth and development of the overall Operations Management group through active involvement in one or more practice initiatives
  • Provide engagement management knowledge for the entire project management team(s) by assisting with initiating and controlling organization and logistical aspects of projects

 Skills and Qualifications:

  • Experience summarizing results and producing management reports
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, including excellent presentation skills
  • Outstanding attention to detail and adherence to project deadlines
  • Ability to work effectively, both independently and as a member of a team
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to “think outside the box” while identifying problems and developing creative solutions
  • Experience with MS Access and MS Project applications

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or other related field.   
  • 5 years’ experience in a project oversight based role