Finance Systems, PMO Lead

Anthropic•San Francisco, CA

62d•$265,000 - $315,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled Finance Systems PMO leader to join our Finance Systems team at Anthropic. In this role, you will own the strategic management of our entire Finance Systems project portfolio, establishing and executing governance frameworks that enable our finance organization to scale efficiently. You will be responsible for driving project excellence across our financial technology initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives, and maintaining visibility into project health and outcomes. This is a critical role that will directly impact our ability to build scalable financial systems that support Anthropic's rapid growth and mission to create safe AI.

Requirements

Have 10+ years of experience in project management, program management, or PMO leadership roles, preferably in finance or technology environments
Have extensive experience managing complex technology projects and system implementations
Possess strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize data into actionable insights and recommendations
Are skilled at building and maintaining relationships with diverse stakeholders at all levels of an organization
Have experience designing and implementing governance frameworks in fast-paced, scaling environments
Are proficient in project management tools and methodologies
Have excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex project information to both technical and non-technical audiences
Demonstrate strong problem-solving abilities and can navigate ambiguity while maintaining focus on delivery
Are passionate about building scalable processes that support organizational growth
We require at least a Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

Project Portfolio Management: Own end-to-end management of the Finance Systems project portfolio, including project intake, prioritization, resource allocation, and strategic trade-off decisions
Governance Framework Design: Develop and implement comprehensive governance frameworks for project management, including standardized processes for project initiation, prioritization, execution, and closure
Status Tracking and Reporting: Establish robust reporting mechanisms to provide clear visibility into project health, milestones, dependencies, and outcomes for leadership and stakeholders
Risk Management: Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks across the portfolio, developing contingency plans and escalation procedures
Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Finance, Accounting, Engineering, and leadership to ensure alignment and successful project delivery
Change Management: Design and execute change management strategies to ensure smooth adoption of new financial systems and processes across the organization
Strategic Roadmap Planning: Partner with the Head of Finance Systems to align project priorities with long-term financial technology strategy and business objectives