IT Project Manager - Finance

This is a Fully Remote Job About Our Client: The organization operates in the financial services sector, addressing challenges related to technology project delivery and operational efficiency within finance and IT. It focuses on managing complex technology initiatives that support business objectives while integrating Agile methodologies to enhance team performance and project outcomes. About the Opportunity: The IT PROJECT MANAGER - FINANCE leads multiple complex technology projects from initiation to delivery, ensuring alignment with business goals, timely completion, and budget adherence. This role also functions as Scrum Master for select IT teams, applying Agile practices to improve delivery effectiveness and team collaboration. The position is critical for coordinating cross-functional efforts, managing stakeholder communication, and driving continuous improvement in project execution. Responsibilities: Lead complex, cross-functional technology projects through full lifecycle phases Manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment Serve as Scrum Master, facilitating Agile ceremonies and coaching teams Partner with product owners and business analysts to maintain backlogs and sprint plans Identify and remove obstacles affecting team delivery; escalate unresolved issues Define and manage project scope, budgets, forecasts, and resources Identify, track, and escalate risks, issues, and dependencies; drive mitigation Communicate project status and updates to sponsors, stakeholders, and leadership Coordinate with vendors, managed service providers, and consultants Collaborate on requirements confirmation, user acceptance testing, and release readiness Apply project management standards, tailoring Waterfall, Agile, and hybrid approaches Maintain project tracking tools and documentation Lead project teams and facilitate alignment meetings Promote Agile maturity and continuous process improvement across IT teams Requirements: Minimum seven years of IT project management experience in business or financial services Proven ability to lead complex technology projects including implementations and integrations Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines Strong knowledge of Waterfall, Agile, and hybrid project management methodologies Expertise in Agile methodologies such as Scrum and Kanban Hands-on Scrum Master experience facilitating Agile ceremonies and coaching teams Proficiency with Agile metrics like velocity and burndown charts Ability to support multiple Agile teams and adapt coaching styles Excellent written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences Pay Range and Compensation Package: The pay range and compensation package for this role will be determined based on the candidate's experience, skills, and other relevant factors. Equal Opportunity Statement: Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin. Note: TalentHop is a recruitment partner of this role. Please note that all employment decisions, including candidate assessment, interviews, hiring, compensation, and employment terms, are made exclusively by the hiring employer.