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Description
Inspirational, innovative and entrepreneurial - this is how we describe our empowered teams. Combine your passion with purpose and join a culture that is thriving in the face of change.
Make an impact with our Technology – Solution Delivery team as a Technology Program Manager. This diverse team of tech-savvy builders and problem solvers embraces digital transformation, and the possibilities technology brings to the future of our industry. We’re looking for team members who have a strong sense of ownership and drive, and who thrive on delivering high-quality solutions that are redefining the way MNP does business.
MNP is proudly Canadian. Providing business strategies and solutions, we are a leading national accounting, tax and business advisory firm in Canada. Entrepreneurial to our core, our talented team members transcend obstacles into opportunities and are successfully transforming mid-market business practices.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the delivery and execution of programs and projects related to various service lines, the Program Manager acts as a trusted partner to the business and strives to deepen relationships with internal stakeholders based on trust, integrity, commitment, accountability and delivery
- Engage with stakeholders to gain a holistic view and understanding of the business including its challenges and opportunities
- Collaborate with leaders to build road maps aligned to the business’s strategic vision
- Create long-term product roadmaps for six (6) to twelve (12) months in advance, and project manage implementations
- Prioritize enterprise level initiatives in conjunction with business leaders and technology management to ensure the timely delivery to users while ensuring efficient use of internal resources
- Evaluate and identify opportunities for improvement of existing applications from both a business and technical perspective to meet needs within a changing business climate
- Work with vendors of third-party applications through all project stages including discovery, assessment, selection, proof of concept and full implementation
- Develop an in depth understanding of how technology products are used in the firm and remain current on new technology trends to better server the business
- Proactively lead change management activities with impacted users, regarding new tools, upcoming changes and product releases
- Drive forward project tasks, including the adoption of digital products and processes to ensure goals are achieved in a timely manner
- Be able to learn new applications and advise the business on best practices
Skills and Experience
At least five (5) years of experience in a program management in a technology focused rolePrevious experience with third party contract negotiations and implementationsExperience working in a high complex matrix organization with enterprise level prioritization methodologiesAbility to synthesize information to understand the larger impact to the business and users and provide recommendationsFamiliarity with various project management methodologies or formal Application Lifecycle ManagementExcellent written communication skills and previous experience in technical requirements documentationAbility to liaise and communicate effectively with Partners, executive team, senior managers, internal stakeholders, and key decision-makers