Penske

Project Manager

Penske Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage · 10,001+ employees

5 h ago
project-manager Mid (2-5 yrs) Full-time United States
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About the role

The Project Manager is responsible for directing the annual business plan process across all field locations and corporate departments. They also manage recurring and ad-hoc financial reporting, operational analysis, and process improvement initiatives to support senior management.

What they look for

Financial Planning Budgeting Forecasting Operational Analysis Project Management Data Validation Financial Reporting Excel OneStream Hyperion Communication Analytical Skills Cost Control Big Data Analytics Process Improvement

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics, with an MBA, CPA, or CMA preferred. At least 3-6 years of finance and analysis experience is required, along with advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities.

Full description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Project Manager of Business Plan and Special Reporting will be responsible for the overall direction and

completion of the Business Plan Process. Will plan, direct, and coordinate activities of Business Plan to ensure that

milestones are accomplished within the prescribed time frame and funding parameters.

This position will also be responsible for the completion of certain monthly/quarterly/yearly analysis and reporting

packages which will be completed and presented to the Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) for final approval. Examples of reports may include: monthly internal P&L summary reports, quarterly and yearly tax summaries, external partner reporting, management reporting, capital forecasts, and overhead cost control reports.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Annual Business Plan

- This position is the primary point of contact for the annual business plan process, encompassing all 800+ field locations and 150+ corporate departments of a multi-billion dollar business

- Responsible for the coordination and communication of the steps required for the completion of the business plan process. Major milestones are:

- Working with Field Finance and other stakeholders to identify process improvement opportunities and coordinating with MIS to ensure those changes meet user requirements with minimal disruption to the process

- Delivery of multiple training sessions to the field and corporate locations personnel in regards to the uploading of

financial data into the AS/400

- While locations are entering plans in October, responding quickly to questions, and to resolve any issues in coordination with MIS and other parties

- Accurate and timely upload and validation of all Business plan revenue and cost information to match the financial

targets set by Penske Truck Leasing senior management

Reporting

- As deemed necessary by the Manager of FP&A, this position will be responsible for both recurring reporting and ad-hoc project requests

- Update slides for monthly package for Roger Penske and the board, and generate packet of backup reporting for use by the CFO and President

Operational Analysis

- This position will be required to collaborate with the Manager of FP&A to explore and execute upon opportunities to

streamline processes and/or develop analysis methodologies which help to better explain historical results and

ultimately improve forecasting accuracy.

- Other projects as assigned by the manager

About Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions

Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions is a premier global transportation provider that delivers essential and innovative transportation, logistics and technology services to help companies and people move forward. With headquarters in Reading, PA, Penske and its associates are driven by a dedication to excellence and a commitment to customer success. Visit Go Penske to learn more.

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