Project Manager Finance

About the role

Areas, a leading French restaurant operator in the travel sector, is looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Project Manager Finance to join its organization in Paris. The role oversees the planning, execution and delivery of financial projects in line with organizational objectives and regulatory requirements, working with finance, operations and technology teams.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, schedule and manage financial projects from initiation to closure, on time and within budget
• Develop project plans, timelines and resource allocation strategies
• Monitor progress and performance metrics, identify risks and implement mitigation measures
• Manage project budgets, track expenditures and analyse financial variances
• Coordinate with stakeholders across departments and prepare reports, dashboards and performance reviews for senior management
• Resolve project issues and conflicts, and ensure compliance with policies, regulations and governance standards
• Analyse financial data to optimise processes and support team onboarding and coordination

Required profile

• Minimum 3-5 years of project management experience, with at least 2 years in financial project management or finance operations
• Proven expertise in budget management, cost control and financial analysis
• Stakeholder management and cross-functional team coordination experience
• English; French is a plus
• PMP or PRINCE2 certification preferred

Required skills

• Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira or Asana
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling
• Risk management, change management and knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle preferred
• Familiarity with Agile or Scrum is desirable