Senior Delivery Manager, Finance Strategic Programs

Skills And Competencies

• 8+ years of experience in program or project management, with a focus on finance technology and/or Finance transformation initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to deliver complex, cross-functional projects on time and within budget using Agile and/or Waterfall methodologies
• Strong understanding of finance processes, systems, and the controls environment (e.g., ERP platforms, financial reporting, SOX, close processes)
• Parenthetical: Strong understanding of finance processes, systems, and the controls environment (e.g., ERP platforms, financial reporting, SOX, close processes)
• Proven stakeholder management skills engaging Finance teams, Technology, external vendors, and senior executives
• Excellent communication skills—able to convey complex information clearly through reports, presentations, and verbal updates
• Experience with project collaboration tools such as Jira, Confluence, and Miro; PMP Certification or equivalent project management credential preferred; experience with SAP or other enterprise finance platforms preferred
• Self-starter mindset with the ability to work independently, take ownership, drive results with minimal supervision, and lead with strong analytical thinking and execution discipline across complex, matrixed environments
• Demonstrated proficiency in artificial intelligence concepts, with hands-on experience using AI tools to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency. Proven ability to implement AI-powered solutions to solve business challenges.
• Proven ability to implement AI-powered solutions to solve business challenges. Demonstrates a growing awareness of AI risk management and a commitment to responsible and ethical AI use

About The Role

Lead end-to-end delivery of high-impact, cross-functional Finance strategic programs spanning technology implementation, process transformation, and change management.

Manage end-to-end delivery of complex, cross-functional Finance programs that are broad in scope, high-risk, and high-impact, with medium-to-long-term horizons.

Lead project teams comprising onshore, offshore, internal, external, and managed services resources across global locations.

Oversee Finance technology implementations, including systems integrations, data migration, and transition planning.

Drive effective change management to ensure early adoption of new financial systems and processes across the Finance organization.

Deliver well-crafted, audience-appropriate communications including executive steering committee updates, Board-level status reports, and program dashboards.

Lead issue resolution, risk identification and mitigation, and dependency management using a strong governance framework.

Track project and program budgets in partnership with corporate planning; negotiate with stakeholders to ensure delivery within scope, schedule, and budget.

Operate as a self-starter and independent problem solver—proactively identifying challenges, taking initiative, and driving solutions while fostering collaboration and iterative improvement across project teams.

About The Team

The Strategic Programs Office (SPO) drives the planning and execution of high-impact initiatives across Moody's Finance organization. Partnering with Finance leaders across the enterprise, the team leads complex, cross-functional programs—ensuring delivery against timelines and budgets, managing interdependencies, and proactively resolving challenges with a Finance-wide perspective.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Accounting, Management, Computer Science, or a related field required.

MBA, CPA, CFA, or advanced degree preferred.

Benefits

Moody’s offers a competitive benefits package, including not but limited to medical, dental, vision, parental leave, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, life, disability, and accident insurance, a discounted employee stock purchase plan, and tuition reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Moody’s is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.