Project Manager Automation - Finance

Description

Key Responsibilities:

1. Delivery Execution

• Execute high-quality automation and analytics projects, particularly in RPA (e.g., UiPath) and BI (e.g., Power BI).
• Ensure all developments adhere to defined project and control standards including documentation, testing, and deployment practices.
• Collaborate with SMEs and developers to conduct technical assessments of CI Hopper items.
• Monitor project progress and ensure timely and effective delivery.
• Hopper Management & Discovery
• Contribute to idea generation and discovery sessions using tools such as whiteboarding, process mapping, and root cause analysis.
• Work with SMEs and Business Process Owners to define project scope and requirements.
• Assign developers, track project execution, and ensure change management practices are followed.
• Resource Management & Team Support
• Coordinate work assignments across Cummins and supplier resources.
• Monitor individual and team performance to ensure project goals are met.
• Provide functional and technical support to team members, including coaching and knowledge sharing.
• Project Management Operations
• Lead project planning sessions, define scope and milestones, and track progress against goals.
• Manage project risks and issues using standard tools; propose and implement mitigation strategies.
• Maintain detailed documentation, including project notes, metrics, and status reports.
• Facilitate communication with project sponsors and stakeholders to ensure alignment.
  

Responsibilities

Skills and Experience Needed:

Technical Skills

• Strong experience in Robotic Process Automation (RPA) – UiPath preferred
• Proficiency in BI tools – Power BI, Tableau
• Experience in Finance operations – P2P, R2R, O2C, FP&A
• Hands-on knowledge of Agile and Waterfall project management
• Skilled in process mapping and root cause analysis
• Familiarity with version control , testing protocols , and deployment processes
  

Project Management Experience

• 5–8 years of experience in project management, particularly within Finance automation or digital transformation initiatives.
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated success in stakeholder engagement and team coordination.
  

Core Competencies

• Financial Acumen: Understands key financial metrics to support decision-making.
• Business Insight: Applies understanding of market trends and business dynamics to influence outcomes.
• Project Scope & Schedule Management: Defines deliverables and timelines using structured project management practices.
• Project Resource Management: Effectively allocates and monitors team and supplier resources.
• Communicates Effectively: Tailors communication to different audiences with clarity and precision.
• Customer Focus: Builds trust and delivers value-based solutions to internal stakeholders.
• Manages Conflict: Resolves issues constructively to maintain team alignment.
• Manages Complexity: Breaks down complex problems to develop actionable solutions.
• Plans and Aligns: Aligns work with strategic goals and priorities.
• Values Differences: Embraces and leverages diverse perspectives to enhance project success.
  

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile methodologies) is preferred.
  

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