Data Migration Project Manager

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
• 25 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.