Friday, February 27, 2015

Project Manager ASAP - Finance - contract

Title: Project Manager (191-16)
Location: Chicago
Dates: Start ASAP
Compensation: Depends on experience

Summary:
Diversified investment management/financial company with mutual funds, investment adviser and broker-dealer seek a Project Manager for a 4-to-6 month contract role that is likely to run 6 months.

Responsibilities:
Project management/implementation
Interact with internal departments to identify areas for improved workflow/automation
Design/develop new procedures where appropriate
Work with business units to develop client and internal reporting specifications
Document proposals for system changes/enhancements for new and existing business requirements
Serve as liaison between IT development staff/business units
Perform related duties as assigned

Requirements:
Undergraduate degree and 5 to 7 years related experience in the financial industry
Qualification in project management or equivalent
Direct work experience in project management capacity
Proven experience in people management
In-depth industry knowledge of day-to-day operations
System analysis - knowledge of system capabilities (trading, portfolio accounting and reporting)
Prior experience with Crystal Reports and Electra STaARS or any other reconciliation system strongly preferred
Advanced analytical skills are required to evaluate effectiveness of processes.
Above average communication skills, including the ability to document, present, negotiate and persuade are required to work effectively with internal partners and external vendors and implement changes
                                                               
Any networking assistance that you can provide would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you,

Zach Stierhoff
BCI - Financial Services Recruiting
10 S. Wacker Dr., Suite 1250
Chicago, IL 60606

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