Job Title: Finance Projects & systems - Finance Program Manager (VP) 

 Department: Finance Solutions Office 

About Business line/Function: Financial Shared Services

 Position Purpose: The main responsibility of this role is to perform project management activities for the rollout of key projects within Finance and Strategy, with a special focus on our flagship project: the rollout of One Financial System suite of tools globally. The role involves working closely with the regional and central program managers to assist them to engage the contributing teams and obtain/produce the deliverables, securing the progress as per expected timelines and comply with the best practices. 

Responsibilities

Direct Responsibilities

 The Finance Program Manager is involved directly with the team members and the following activities: 

 n  Lead and drive Finance and Strategy projects, which respond to business & regulatory reporting requirements  

n Act as a liaison between the Global/Regional program manager and contributing teams globally to drive the project management and rollout activities and deliver the objectives of the project.

 n  Actively support the project manager by contributing to the planning, scoping, monitoring of progress and issues, management of risks, collection of validation and tracking of aftercare actions by performing the necessary PMO activities at all stages. 

 n  Enforce a strong project governance by sharing updates and KPIs with the project team and management, CXO's as per agreed governance models.  

n Dynamically assist the project team to monitor the completion of tasks, ensure effective communication, continuous alignment of all contributors and timely running of governance routines.

n Ensure proactive management of project plan together with the program managers, effectively manage unplanned events, manage dependencies and critical path by raising alerts/escalating issues/reviewing the roadmap/proposing mitigation plan as necessary in a timely manner.

 n  Ensure Target Operating Model principles are applied and updated when specific needs arise in close collaboration with the Finance Academy, Regional and Central Stakeholders 

Contributing Responsibilities

 n  Ensure the Functional relationship with the central F&S function and promote good relationship with the clients. 

 n  Manage and assist the Finance Analysts on their day-to-day activity, contribute to the complex analysis, review the analysis reports 

 n  Participate in committees and meetings according to the Governance 

 Technical & Behavioral Competencies 

 At least 10 years of experience in project management and coordination of projects in complex organisational and multicultural environments with below skill sets: 

Experienced in the various phases (framing, study / design, execution, completion/closure).

Ability to manage indirectly other project resources working under their own hierarchy, resources of various expertise/experience level.

        Ability to develop a culture of the planning, be able to keep a direction in order to meet the deadlines in an autonomous manner. 

        Ability to propose for decisions with clear substantiation of pros and cons from sponsor perspective.  

Strong listening skills, Analytical Skills, interpersonal skills and ability to identify/impose compromise

        Knowledge of Banking and Financial services is a must, of accounting is desired 

        Comfortable operating with a strong level of autonomy, self-driven 

Organised and delivery-focused, with attention to detail.

        Good communication and reporting skills 

Specific Qualifications:

10+ years of experience in Financial/Financial Services domain within Banking sector

        Experience of working in Global work environment across cultures appreciated 

        Desktop office tools (Excel, Power Point, Teams, Word, Outlook) expertise 

 Skills Referential (Required knowledge, skills and abilities) 

 Technical Skills: 

  * Proficient in program management
  * Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) 
  * Proficient in Business Objects and Querying
  * Knowledge of Banking and Financial services Industry

 Behavioral Skills:  

  * Proactive and Autonomous
  * Rigorous and Organized
  * Demonstrate Control Mindset
  * Ability to Synthesize and work in a demanding Environment

 Education Level: Graduate or Post Graduate (BCOM, MCOM, BE, MBA) 

 Location: Mumbai 

 About BNP Paribas Group: 

BNP Paribas is the European Union's leading bank and key player in international banking. It operates in 65 countries and has nearly 185,000 employees, including more than 145,000 in Europe. The Group has key positions in its three main fields of activity: Commercial, Personal Banking & Services for the Group's commercial & personal banking and several specialized businesses including BNP Paribas Personal Finance and Arval; Investment & Protection Services for savings, investment, and protection solutions; and Corporate & Institutional Banking, focused on corporate and institutional clients. Based on its strong diversified and integrated model, the Group helps all its clients (individuals, community associations, entrepreneurs, SMEs, corporates and institutional clients) to realize their projects through solutions spanning financing, investment, savings and protection insurance. In Europe, BNP Paribas has four domestic markets: Belgium, France, Italy, and Luxembourg. The Group is rolling out its integrated commercial & personal banking model across several Mediterranean countries, Turkey, and Eastern Europe. As a key player in international banking, the Group has leading platforms and business lines in Europe, a strong presence in the Americas as well as a solid and fast-growing business in Asia-Pacific. BNP Paribas has implemented a Corporate Social Responsibility approach in all its activities, enabling it to contribute to the construction of a sustainable future, while ensuring the Group's performance and stability.

 About BNP Paribas India Solutions: 

 Established in 2005, BNP Paribas India Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of BNP Paribas SA, European Union's leading bank with an international reach. With delivery centers located in Bengaluru, Chennai and Mumbai, we are a 24x7 global delivery center. India Solutions services three business lines: Corporate and Institutional Banking, Investment Solutions and Retail Banking for BNP Paribas across the Group. Driving innovation and growth, we are harnessing the potential of over 10000 employees, to provide support and develop best-in-class solutions. 

 Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion 

 At BNP Paribas, we passionately embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected and can bring their authentic selves to work. We prohibit Discrimination and Harassment of any kind and our policies promote equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, irrespective of, but not limited to their gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, colour, national origin, age, religion, social status, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status etc. As a global Bank, we truly believe that inclusion and diversity of our teams is key to our success in serving our clients and the communities we operate in. As a global Bank, we truly believe that inclusion and diversity of our teams is key to our success in serving our clients and the communities we operate in.