Project Manager (Federal Financial Systems)

Washington, District of Columbia, United States | Full-time | Partially remote

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As a Project Manager, you will lead high-impact modernization efforts for a major federal financial organization, ensuring their systems are robust, transparent, and efficient. Your leadership will directly influence the success of complex financial system transformations that enable the government to manage its resources with greater precision and accountability.

What you will achieve

  • Strategic Program Leadership: You will oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of federal financial system enhancements, ensuring technical and functional requirements align with long-term agency goals.
  • Business Process Optimization: You will drive operational excellence by engineering business processes and change management strategies that minimize disruption and maximize user adoption.
  • Data-Driven Decision Making: You will design and implement sophisticated Power BI dashboards to provide stakeholders with actionable insights into program performance and financial health.
  • Quality & Delivery Excellence: You will be responsible for the quality assurance of all deliverables and the rigorous financial administration of the project, ensuring we meet our commitment to client success.

Must-Have Skills (Required)

  • US Citizenship (no dual citizenship)
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • 10+ years of professional experience managing complex functional and technical projects within federal financial management or operations
  • Proven track record leading financial system improvements, including service selection, data management, and policy development
  • In-depth functional and technical experience designing, developing, and publishing Power BI-based dashboards and reports
  • Exceptional ability to execute high-level written documentation and communicate complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders
  • Deep understanding of Federal Financial accounting and business process re-engineering

Nice-to-Have Skills (Preferred)

  • PMP Certification or equivalent professional management credential.
  • Experience with federal financial systems or federal shared services
  • Background in organizational change management frameworks

To ensure you’ve reviewed the full technical requirements for this role, please include the word "Ascella" as the very first word in your response to the 'Why are you a good fit?' question on the application.

Our Culture: What Makes Ascella Employees Great

At Ascella, we celebrate innovative thinkers who are empowered to share their ideas and tackle real business challenges. Your creativity will not only be welcomed but also essential in shaping our processes and solutions.

We are passionate about lifelong learning, fostering a culture that prioritizes professional development and personal growth. Here, you’ll collaborate with a talented team that supports and inspires each other, ensuring that you’re continually challenged and encouraged to expand your skills.

Client satisfaction is at the heart of our mission. Our employees are dedicated to providing exceptional service, proactively addressing both current and future client needs. You’ll be part of a team that values the client experience as a key component of our success.

Open communication is vital to our work environment. We maintain an open door policy, encouraging questions and the sharing of ideas. We believe in aligning individual contributions with company objectives, fostering transparency, and regularly seeking feedback to enhance our processes.

Lastly, we are committed to being an inclusive organization. We embrace diversity, ensuring that all employees feel valued and respected. Our varied talents and experiences drive creativity and innovation, making our workplace dynamic and successful.

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Position: Project Manager (Federal Financial Systems)
Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid)
Base Compensation: We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, and we are open to discussing compensation based on your qualifications and experience
Other Compensation: 4% contribution to 401(k), performance bonus, profit-sharing
Paid Time Off: 16 days PTO/year, 11 holidays/year
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, 401(k)…and more
Position is open until filled, applications accepted on an ongoing basis.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Ascella Technologies is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion or sexual orientation. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law. Ascella Technologies is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.

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