Project Management Officer

Position: Project Management officer

Location: Mississauga, ON (Hybrid)

Contract to hire role

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated Junior Program Manager to support the execution and delivery of strategic initiatives across multiple workstreams. The ideal candidate combines strong financial acumen, analytical skills, and project management capabilities with a proactive mindset and a commitment to continuous learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning, coordination, and execution of multiple concurrent projects and program initiatives.

• Track project milestones, risks, dependencies, and action items using JIRA and other project management tools.

• Perform financial analysis, budgeting support, forecasting, and reporting activities as required.

• Analyze large datasets and develop meaningful insights to support business decision-making.

• Create executive-level presentations by synthesizing data, project updates, and key findings into clear and compelling storylines.

• Maintain project dashboards, status reports, and performance metrics using advanced Excel capabilities.

• Coordinate across stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of project objectives and adherence to established governance processes.

• Support leadership meetings by preparing reports, presentations, and meeting materials.

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies.

• Adapt quickly to changing business priorities while maintaining focus on deliverables and deadlines.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Management, or a related field.

• 3 -5 years of experience in Program Management, Project Management, PMO, Financial Analysis, Business Management, or a related role.

• Strong financial background with the ability to interpret and analyze financial and operational data.

•Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including:

• Pivot Tables

• VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP

• Data analysis and reporting

• Dashboard creation

• Financial modeling fundamentals

• Hands-on experience using JIRA for project tracking and issue management.

• Strong PowerPoint skills with the ability to create executive-ready presentations and management decks.

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Financial Services, Banking, or a regulated industry.

• Familiarity with PMO methodologies, governance frameworks, and reporting processes.

• Knowledge of Agile delivery frameworks and project management best practices.

• Experience supporting senior leadership and executive reporting.

Behavioral Competencies

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Humility and a team-first mindset.

• Strong willingness to learn and continuously develop new skills.

• Adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Ability to manage multiple active projects simultaneously.

• Strong ownership and accountability for deliverables.

• Excellent collaboration and stakeholder management skills.

• Attention to detail while maintaining focus on strategic objectives.

• Ability to influence without authority and work effectively across organizational boundaries.

Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations worldwide. As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants. Combining the best elements of its core companies, Dexian's platform connects talent, technology, and organizations to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals.

Dexian's brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit https://dexian.com/ to learn more.

Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

Note: Dexian Canada will, on request, provide accommodations for disabilities to support your participation in all aspects of our Recruitment and Assessment/Selection Processes.