Finance Project Manager at StanfordMedicineChildrensHealth

JOB SUMMARY This paragraph summarizes the general nature, level and purpose of the job. The Finance Project Manager leads and manages cross-functional projects and automation initiatives, ensuring effective planning, execution and adoption for the Controller’s Office.   ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification.  They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities.  Employees may also perform other duties as assigned. Employees must abide by all Joint Commission Requirements including but not limited to sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patient rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings. Must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the hospital's policies and procedures, including its Service Standards and its Code of Conduct. • Serve as Scrum Master for enhancement initiatives, guiding teams through agile processes and ensuring iterative progress. Support change management assessments and ensure impacts are communicated and addressed. • Partner with Finance leaders to define project scope, priorities, and business outcomes. • Manage automation projects, strategic initiatives, and operational projects from planning through delivery. • Support the management of a portfolio of initiatives and projects, along with the creation and upkeep of the project roadmap. • Coordinates workstreams, dependencies, and timelines to ensure cohesive execution. • Maintain consistent verbal and written communication with stakeholders on projects, schedule expectations, barriers, and opportunities. • Escalate issues to Manager or Project Leadership for resolution and track until completion. • Assist with building, maintaining, and communicating the project roadmap/portfolio to ensure alignment with business priorities. • Assist with the release management activities. • Evaluate competing priorities, constraints, and risks to make informed decisions about scope, sequencing, and delivery approach. • Evaluate project risks, dependencies, and impacts, escalating issues appropriately and implementing mitigation strategies to maintain project momentum.  • Other duties as assigned.