Job Description
Job Description
Title: Project Manager – Information Technology
Department: IT
Supervises: N/A
Role Type: Full-time
Location: New York, NY (Hybrid)
ABOUT THE COMPANY:
Anchin is a New York City based Certified Public Accounting and Consulting firm with a Long Island and Florida presence that provides expert financial advisory to companies across a diverse range of industries. We offer a full range of integrated accounting, consulting and business management services from tax planning and audits to the most detailed analysis of acquisitions and financial restructuring.
Anchin is consistently recognized as one of the "Best of the Best" accounting firms in the country, a Best Place to Work in New York City and New York State, and a Best Accounting Firm to Work For Nationwide.
ABOUT THE POSITION:
The IT Project Manager will lead and manage the execution of complex internal technology initiatives that align with Anchin's business goals. This role involves end-to-end project ownership – from business case development and vendor evaluation through implementation and post-go-live support – with a focus on strategic alignment, stakeholder engagement, and process efficiency. The successful candidate will partner closely with cross-functional teams, including senior leadership and department heads, to prioritize initiatives and drive measurable outcomes.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead and deliver multiple IT projects across all phases of the project lifecycle (initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling, and closing) with a clear focus on scope, time, cost, and quality.
- Drive project scoping, requirements gathering, budget planning, and ROI analysis in collaboration with stakeholders and Business Analysts.
- Coordinate vendor selection and evaluation processes, including demos, comparisons, and implementation timelines.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including business cases, change management plans, communication plans, requirement specifications, and vendor evaluation matrices.
- Use the Wrike project management platform to track tasks, dependencies, deadlines, and team accountability; generate reports for internal reviews and leadership updates.
- Serve as a primary liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders, managing expectations and ensuring solution alignment with business needs.
- Anticipate and mitigate risks through proactive issue resolution, stakeholder communication, and contingency planning.
- Promote continuous improvement by developing reusable templates and process documentation to ensure consistency across the department.
- Guide and mentor internal stakeholders on project management practices and the effective use of the Wrike project management platform for ongoing department-level planning.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
- Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or Project Management.
- PMP certification is required.
Experience:
- 8 + years of progressive experience managing IT projects in a dynamic, multi-stakeholder environment.
- Proven track record of managing multiple concurrent projects involving technology adoption, automation, and cross-functional coordination.
- Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools.
- Proficient with Wrike or similar project management platforms.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Experience in employing a professional and diplomatic customer service approach during stakeholder conversations.
- Experience working with vendors, conducting evaluations, and leading enterprise tool implementations.
- Demonstrated ability to develop clear documentation and drive process improvements.
- Superior critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Desire to grow, and ability to take on increasing responsibilities.
Compensation:
- Competitive compensation in the range of $100,000 to $125,000based on the individual's experience level.
Attributes:
- Accountability: Follows through on commitments, does what you say you will do, even requiring some personal sacrifice.
- Communicates Effectively: Delivers messages in a clear and concise manner, listens attentively.
- Strong Interpersonal Skills: Relates comfortably to all levels of people, both internally and externally.
- Nimble Learner: Learns quickly when facing new situations, willingly takes on the challenge of unfamiliar tasks.
- Technical Proficiency: Deals with technical issues comfortably and can complete work at a high level of proficiency.
- Technologically Proficient: Ability to apply technology solutions to work.
- Being Resilient: Shows confidence under pressure, maintains a positive attitude despite adversity.
- Action Oriented: Proactively seeks out new and challenging work.
- Trustworthiness: Keeps confidences and develops a reputation for being honest and ethical.
Anchin is an equal opportunity employer who agrees not to discriminate against any employee or job applicant irrespective of race, color, creed, alienage, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender (including gender identity), marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Anchin is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Anchin Recruitment Team at recruit@anchin.com