FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING SYSTEMS TRANSFORMATION (FAST) PROGRAM MANAGER LEAD, CFPMO - MASSMUTUAL
Company: MassMutual
Location: Suffield
Posted on: October 9, 2024
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Job Description:
The OpportunityThe newly announced Corporate Function Program
Management Office (CFPMO) is seeking an experienced program manager
to support the stand-up of the new organization. In this highly
visible role as the Program Manager Lead for the Financial
Accounting Systems Transformation (FAST) program, you will be
responsible for leading one of the largest and transformative
programs at MassMutual. The FAST Program is on a multi-year plan to
replace our existing SAP R3 platform with the SAP S/4HANA platform
that will provide a modern event based financial system solution
for Corporate Finance, enabling a more streamlined financial
reporting process that leverages enhanced reporting and data
analytics functionality. The FAST Program Manager Lead will be
responsible for the planning, day-to-day execution, management,
implementation and reporting of large and complex programs. The
incumbent will be accountable to manage and monitor project tasks
and controls during project planning and delivery activities to
ensure on-time and quality goals are met within scope and budget.
Apply advanced project and program management knowledge, skills,
tools and techniques to project deliverables, processes,
communications and presentations in order to meet or exceed
stakeholder needs and expectations. The TeamThe CFPMO was
established to oversee the execution of initiatives across
Corporate Finance, Enterprise Risk, Investment Management, Law, and
HR & Employee Experience, as well as define and own project
management standards across the company. The team is focused on
driving and aligning the execution of critical programs and
projects across our Corporate Functions, creating more visibility
into this work, while enabling improved prioritization,
collaboration, and execution. ------We are a newer team of
self-starters who enjoy solving complex business problems and have
a high degree of accountability to our partners and each other. We
have proven track records of excellence in project management and
the ability to quickly put structure in place to manage work in
dynamic, complex environments. We're also striving to create an
authentic environment where people fully appreciate and respect
each other, are inspired, encouraged, and motivated to succeed
together.The Impact:As the FAST Program Manager Lead, you
will:Develop and implement strategy for the program team.Lead
creation of the program management planOversee all activities
associated with the program to ensure the program achieves its
goalsIdentify and understand program objectivesManage timelines and
deliverablesIdentify and assign program team membersIdentify
projects needed to achieve program objectivesCoordinate
interdependent projects that are part of the programCommunicate
with project managersMonitor program activitiesMeasure and monitor
key performance indicators (KPIs) and return on investment
(ROI)Resolve problems and delays in the programManage program
budgetManage resources across all projects within the programHelp
to ensure collaboration among project teamsManage program risk and
coordinate corrective measuresDocument the programIdentify and
manage program adherence to standards and governanceManage
stakeholder communicationsReport on program performance to
executive team and organization leadersEnsure that the program is
aligned with organizational business goals and objectivesIdentifies
required human resources to successfully executive to plan and
submits to Program Lead; provides cost estimatesInterviews
candidates and onboards as appropriateMaintains change request
(change to existing requirementsCollates decision that require
business line discussion and decision and escalates to Program lead
for discussion at Steering committeesLeads regular cross workstream
scrums to ensure alignment on deliverables and dependencies remain
in syncIdentifies conflict in deliverables and delays; make best
efforts to resolve issues and escalates to Program Lead if unable
to achieve for resolutionMaintain a matrix reporting relationship
with the business sponsor of the program/project and the program
manager Identify and drive key stakeholder involvement and work
with them to elicit scopeSecure and maintain project resources from
a business and technical scopeIdentify, document, assign, track and
facilitate project issues through to resolutionConfirm achievement
of objectives, verify and document project results to formalize
acceptance of the product at each phase gate of the project by the
Facilitate lessons learned and retain information in a central
location for future useThe Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree
and/or CFA designation15+ years of experience managing large-scale
programs and effective change managementProficient experience with
Project Management tools including but not limited to: Atlassian
Jira, Zephyr for Jira, Smartsheets as well as MS Office Suite
(Project, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint and Word)Certified in Scrum
Alliance (CSM/CSPO), Scrum.org (PSM/PSPO/PSD), SAFe Scaled Agilist,
PMI-ACP, PMP is desired, but not required7+ years managing
people/teamsExecutive presence with ability to quickly build
rapport and cultivate relationships; high-level of emotional
intelligenceExcellent communication and presentation skills; track
record of developing and delivering high- impact presentations;
effective public speakingAstute business judgment, analytic,
creative, and problem-solving skill, with experience applying these
skills to acquire and develop strategic partnershipsStrategically
minded, analytical change agent and decision maker with a clear
vision and the ability to implement improvement measures impacting
a variety of internal and external stakeholdersStrong analytical,
problem-solving skills and data-driven mindset that translates into
leadership skillsTravel between New York, Springfield and Boston
requiredThe Ideal QualificationsExperience in S/4 Hana Knowledge of
best practices in GL Accounting, and experience in Accelerated
Fiscal Closing, Treasury, Group Reporting, Accounts Payable, Tax
Compliance and ReportingKnowledge of statutory, fiscal and legal
requirements3-4 years end-to-end Finance transformation experience,
with either Oracle, SAP or S4-HanaWhat to Expect as Part of
MassMutual and the TeamRegular meetings with the CFPMOFocused
one-on-one meetings with your managerAccess to mentorship
opportunitiesNetworking opportunities including access to Asian,
Hispanic/Latinx, African American, women, LGBTQIA+, veteran and
disability-focused Business Resource GroupsAccess to learning
content on Degreed and other informational platformsYour ethics and
integrity will be valued by a company with a strong and stable
ethical business with industry leading pay and
benefits#LI-LS1MassMutual is an Equal Employment Opportunity
employer Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender
Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome
all persons to apply. Note: Veterans are welcome to apply,
regardless of their discharge status.If you need an accommodation
to complete the application process, please contact us and share
the specifics of the assistance you need.
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