Financial Project Manager in Santa Barbara, CA

Financial Project Manager job description

The financial project manager should have at least five years of experience with financial or strategic planning or analysis and the demonstrated ability to manage projects, including development, implementation, reporting, schedule creation and risk management. Experience developing financial models, presenting to colleagues and management from various departments, leading cross-functional teams, and implementing initiatives across business lines is preferred, as is proficiency with ERP tools such as SAP and Oracle. Businesses require a bachelor’s degree in business, finance or a similar field for this position, but prefer those with a master’s degree and a project management certification.

Typical financial project manager duties:

Directing and leading financial analysis and developing short- and long-term financial forecasts

Providing budget support and analysis

Supporting regulatory filings

Using expertise in corporate finance, financial analysis and critical thinking to identify and resolve complex issues

Participating in and contributing to cross-functional development teams to address strategic issues

Contributing to the development of strategic plans and objectives for the organization

Testing fiscal and budget assumptions in the development of operating plans

Developing operating budget and forecasts by estimating the costs and benefits of operating plans during the annual budget development cycle

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AI and automation

Budgeting

Business and financial management software

Business planning and forecasting

Business requirements gathering

Confluence

Financial management

Financial reporting and analysis tools

Jira

Salary for Financial Project Manager in Santa Barbara, CA

141288 - 213995

Low

141288

The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is still developing core skills.

Mid

177483

The candidate has moderate experience in the role or one similar, meets most requirements and may hold transferable skills or relevant certifications.

High

213995

The candidate has extensive experience in the role, demonstrates advanced skills and often brings specialized certifications or industry experience.

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