Project Manager (1 Year Contract)

Momentum Financial Services Group•Toronto, ON

94d•CA$85,000 - CA$135,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Momentum Financial Services Group (MFSG) is seeking a Project Manager for a 1-year contract position. MFSG is a leader in financial solutions for underserved communities, known for its Money Mart brand. The company focuses on providing accessible financial products, technology, and operations. The Project Manager will be responsible for the full cycle of requirements gathering, planning, delivery, and reporting on key projects that impact cross-functional business areas. This role requires a highly collaborative and proactive approach to project management, with the ability to unite teams from different business areas to deliver high-priority, enterprise-wide projects.

Requirements

Strong leadership abilities with experience managing cross-functional teams and executive-level stakeholders.
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal with the ability to convey complex concepts clearly and concisely.
Highly detail-oriented, organized, and possessing strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with multiple priorities.
Expertise in project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, MS Project, Asana, or Smartsheet.
Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial tracking.
Ability to negotiate, resolve conflicts and facilitate discussions across diverse teams.
Bachelor's degree in business, technology, finance, or a related field.
Minimum five (5) years’ experience in the full-cycle planning and delivery of highly complex enterprise-wide projects.
Proven experience as a Project Manager in the finance or fintech industry, with a successful track record of delivering complex projects.
Experience working in Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid project management environments.

Nice To Haves

PMP or equivalent certification preferred
Experience working in retail banking, consumer lending or financial technology operations is preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage enterprise-wide projects from initiation to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines, scope, budget, and strategic objectives.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scope, objectives and deliverables, aligning with organizational goals.
Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
Monitor and report on project progress, providing regular updates to stakeholders, senior management, and executive leadership.
Utilize project analytics to make informed decisions, optimize resource allocation, and enhance project efficiency.
Manage third-party vendors, contracts and external partnerships to ensure seamless project execution and cost-effectiveness.
Oversee budgeting, forecasting and financial planning for project-related expenditures.
Foster effective communication channels among team members and stakeholders, facilitating a smooth exchange of project-related information.
Develop and maintain project documentation, including project plans, schedules, risk logs, and post-implementation reports.
Identify and resolve project issues, bottlenecks, and conflicts to maintain project momentum and quality.
Demonstrate strong leadership skills, inspiring and motivating the project team to achieve exceptional results.
Support the growth and development of the ePMO through the implementation and continuous improvement of a Project Management framework.
Champion change management initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions for stakeholders and alignment with business strategies.