Project Management Officer, Finance Transformation

102251 | Finance & Accounting | Professional | n.a. | Allianz Singapore | Full-Time | Temporary

Entity: Allianz SE Singapore Branch

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Job Purpose

The Project Management Officer (PMO) within the Finance Transformation team will play a critical role in driving the successful delivery of finance modernization and transformation initiatives across the Allianz Asia Pacific region. This role ensures that finance transformation projects — including system implementations, process re-engineering, automation, and regulatory change programs — are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with regional and group-level strategic objectives.

What you do

Project Governance & Oversight

• Establish and maintain project management standards, methodologies, and best practices for finance transformation initiatives across the region
• Develop and enforce project governance frameworks aligned with Allianz Group standards
• Monitor the finance transformation project portfolio and provide regular status reporting to senior leadership and the Regional CFO
• Ensure compliance with Allianz risk management, financial controls, and regulatory requirements

Finance Transformation Delivery

• Lead and coordinate cross-functional, multi-market finance transformation projects and programs (e.g., ERP implementations, finance automation, reporting modernization, IFRS 17 initiatives)
• Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, resource allocations, and budgets
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and dependencies specific to finance operations
• Drive resolution of project issues and escalate as appropriate

Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the central point of contact for finance transformation project communications across the region
• Facilitate steering committee meetings and prepare executive-level presentations for the CFO community
• Collaborate with finance teams across Asia Pacific operating entities to ensure alignment and adoption
• Build strong relationships with Finance, IT, Actuarial, and Operations teams

Performance & Reporting

• Define and track KPIs, milestones, and success metrics for all finance transformation projects
• Prepare dashboards, status reports, and executive summaries for leadership review
• Conduct post-implementation reviews and capture lessons learned
• Drive continuous improvement in project delivery capabilities and finance operating models

Resource & Budget Management

• Manage project budgets and ensure cost-effective resource utilization
• Coordinate resource allocation across multiple concurrent finance transformation workstreams
• Support capacity planning and vendor management for transformation initiatives

What you bring

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field
• Master's degree (MBA, MFin, or equivalent) is preferred
• Minimum 8–10 years of project management experience, with at least 3 years in finance transformation, finance operations, or a PMO role within a finance function
• Experience in the insurance/financial services industry is highly preferred
• Proven track record of managing large-scale finance system implementations (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday, or similar ERP/EPM platforms)
• Experience with finance process automation (RPA, AI/ML), IFRS 17, or regulatory change programs is advantageous
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid)
• Solid understanding of finance processes, accounting standards, and financial reporting
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• AI-skills e.g. ChatGPT & Microsoft Copilot
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Confluence, or equivalent)
• Ability to manage ambiguity and drive results in a fast-paced transformation environment
• Strong leadership and influencing skills without direct authority
• Cultural sensitivity and ability to work across diverse Asia Pacific markets
• Fluent in English (written and spoken); additional Asian language skills are a plus
• PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2 Practitioner
• Agile/Scrum certifications (CSM, SAFe, or equivalent)
• CPA, ACCA, or CFA is a plus

 What we offer

• We are certified as one of The World’s Best Places to Work & Great Place to Work in Singapore.
• Be part of a team that’s open-minded, supportive, and genuinely focused on customer outcomes.
• A sense of belonging in the workplace, where you are welcomed and encouraged to bring your most authentic self to work.
• An employer that is committed to supporting hybrid work and readily provides flexible & remote work options.
• Access to LinkedIn Learning and Degreed and career opportunities across the world, to support your continuous learning and you taking control of your career development.
• Robust and comprehensive benefit offerings for your health and well being
• Initiatives to support your financial wellness through selected discounted Allianz insurance products, pension contributions and our referral bonus scheme.
• The opportunity to take part in our Employee Share Purchase Program - own a piece of your employer.