Accounting, Apiary/Beekeeping, Atlassian JIRA, Business Operations, Change Control, Change Management, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Consulting, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Data Management, Data Migration, Detail Oriented, Document Change Management, Documentation, Documentation Plan, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Financial Reporting, Financial Systems, Fortune 500 Customers, Internet Security, Meeting Minutes, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Product/Service Launch, Professional Services, Project Execution, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Planning, Project Tracking, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, RAID Storage, Revenue Accounting, Revenue Recognition, Risk Analysis, SQL (Structured Query Language), Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), Status Reports, Systems Administration/Management, Technical Support
Trident Consulting is seeking a "Data Migration Project Manager ” for one of our clients ", a global leader in Mobility and transportation network.
Job Title: Data Migration Project Manager
Location: Remote (Anywhere in the US)
Type: Contract
Rate: $70/hr on w2
Note: The main project is a Databricks migration, which is finance-specific and requires managing SOX controls, change management, and creating extensive documentation due to the impact on monthly and quarterly financial reporting
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Project Manager to support Finance Data & Insights initiatives. The ideal candidate will have experience managing data and analytics projects within finance environments, working closely with data engineering, accounting, FP&A, and compliance teams. This role will focus heavily on Databricks migration initiatives, SOX controls, financial reporting impacts, and cross-functional coordination.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage end-to-end project coordination for Finance Data & Analytics initiatives, including Databricks/database migration projects.
- Develop and maintain project documentation including project plans, RAID logs, RACI matrices, status reports, meeting notes, and action trackers.
- Coordinate with Finance, Revenue Accounting, FP&A, Data Engineering, and Analytics teams to ensure successful project execution.
- Track dependencies, risks, milestones, and deliverables across multiple concurrent workstreams.
- Facilitate project meetings, prepare agendas, document key decisions, and communicate follow-up actions to stakeholders.
- Support compliance and SOX-related documentation and change management activities impacting financial reporting processes.
- Manage Jira boards and ensure accurate tracking of tasks, timelines, and project progress.
- Collaborate with technical teams to support database migrations, reporting pipeline upgrades, and financial systems initiatives.
- Identify risks proactively and escalate issues with mitigation recommendations.
- Support finance-related product launches and ensure downstream financial reporting impacts are identified and addressed.
Required Qualifications:
- Active PMP Certification – Required
- 2–5 years of Project Management experience supporting Data, Analytics, or Finance Technology teams
- Experience managing data migration, reporting, or financial systems projects
- Strong experience with Jira and project tracking methodologies
- Excellent documentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in fast-paced environments
- Experience working cross-functionally with technical and business teams
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Databricks, Redshift, Hive, or similar data platforms
- Understanding of SQL and data pipelines
- Experience supporting Finance, Accounting, Revenue Recognition, FP&A, or SOX compliance initiatives
- Prior experience within Finance Data & Insights or Analytics organizations
- Experience with change management and financial reporting processes
About Trident Consulting
Trident Consulting is an award-winning staffing and consulting firm headquartered in San Ramon, CA. Since 2005, we've partnered with Fortune 500 and high-growth companies to deliver high-quality talent across technology, engineering, business operations, and professional services.
We specialize in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements, supporting roles across IT, data & analytics, cloud, cybersecurity, finance & accounting, HR, operations, and more. With a strong focus on hard-to-fill and niche positions, our global recruiting engine enables us to deliver speed, quality, and scale.