Job Summary:

The Tax Director, Digital Transformation & Innovation – Project Management (Director) is a key leader within the BDO Tax Digital Transformation and Innovation team, overseeing the Tax DT&I portfolio of products and projects. In this role, the Director coordinates with business stakeholders, the DT&I product management team, software developers and DT&I deployment teams to create and implement portfolios, programs, projects, and plans to assist and guide technology solutions to meet the needs of our clients and professionals. 

Job Duties:

Strategically oversees the planning and implementation of multiple technology development projects within the Tax Digital Transformation and Innovation portfolio, ensuring alignment with BDO’s long-term vision and goals Collaborates closely with senior leadership, including Product Owners, Deployment Leads, and other key stakeholders, to ensure that project objectives are met and that they contribute to BDO’s strategic priorities Implements advanced project management methodologies, combining elements of waterfall, agile, and other innovative approaches to optimize project timelines, scope, and resource allocation across the portfolio Monitors and manages project financials at a portfolio level, ensuring that budget projections and actual expenditures are aligned, and making strategic adjustments as necessary Leverages sophisticated project management tools and software to track progress, manage resources, and provide comprehensive status updates to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and accountability Facilitates high-level communication and collaboration among project teams and stakeholders, fostering a culture of clear understanding and alignment with project objectives, timelines, and deliverables Identifies and mitigates project risks and issues at a portfolio level, developing and implementing robust strategies to minimize their impact on overall project success Ensures meticulous documentation is maintained and updated throughout the project lifecycle, providing a comprehensive record for future reference and continuous improvement Conducts thorough post-project evaluations to capture key learnings and insights, driving improvements in project management practices and enhancing future project outcomes Manages large-scale, complex projects and programs within the portfolio, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget, while maintaining a focus on strategic objectives Leads regular project status meetings and reviews, providing detailed updates and reports to stakeholders, and ensuring that any issues are addressed promptly and effectively Facilitates effective communication among all stakeholders, including clients, team members, and Tax leadership, ensuring that everyone is aligned and informed throughout the project lifecycle Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Mentors and coaches junior project managers and team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development Acts as a Career Advisor as assigned

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree, required; focus in Business, Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Information Technology, preferred

Experience:

Ten (10) or more years of experience with project management, mentoring teams, and software development lifecycle, required Ten (10) or more years of experience serving as a project manager, project coordinator, or similar role, with a focus on technology development projects, preferred Experience working in the tax or accounting professional services industry tax, preferred Experience working with multinational teams, preferred

License/Certifications:

Project Management Professional (PMP)® Certified, preferred Scrum Master or Agile Certified Practitioner, preferred

Software:

Proficient with project management tools, required

Language(s):

N/A

Other Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams Excellent facilitation skills Strong knowledge of project management principles Strong knowledge of software development lifecycle Strong organizational skills, specifically the ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details Strong leadership skills Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously  Self-motivated and disciplined person that is passionate about collaborating and coaching others Ability to successfully interact with professionals at all levels

 

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.   National Range: $225,000 - $285,000 Maryland Range: $225,000 - $285,000 NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $225,000 - $285,000