Anaplan Manager

About This Role

This role involves leading small engagements or complex workstreams within larger Finance Transformation programs with a focus on Anaplan EPM. The Manager will assess client finance processes, data, and operating models to identify improvement opportunities and design target-state solutions. They will also oversee Anaplan model design/build, testing, deployment, and cutover.

Responsibilities

• Lead small engagements or complex workstreams within larger Finance Transformation programs with emphasis on Anaplan EPM
• Assess client finance processes, data, and operating models; identify improvement opportunities; and design target-state solutions
• Oversee Anaplan model design/build, testing, deployment, and cutover; ensure quality and leading practices
• Manage day-to-day client relationships, status, risks, and issue resolution; secure stakeholder alignment and sign-offs
• Develop and present deliverables and recommendations; support proposals, SOWs, and other business development activities
• Mentor, coach, and review work of team members; contribute to methods, assets, and eminence

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience implementing one or more EPM platforms, including Anaplan
• 1+ year as an Anaplan Solution Architect and/or Anaplan Delivery Manager
• 2+ years leading and managing project teams (minimum team size of 3)
• 6+ years of consulting experience in a corporate environment or consulting firm, including hands-on EPM build/configuration and business rules development
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
• 6+ years of experience implementing one or more EPM platforms, including Anaplan, and 6+ years of consulting experience in a corporate environment or consulting firm, including hands-on EPM build/configuration and business rules development.

Nice to Have

• Advanced degree (e.g., MBA, MS Finance, MS Information Systems)
• Experience defining systems strategy; developing business and technical requirements; designing and prototyping; testing; training; deployment; and support procedures for EPM solutions
• Experience managing engagements or workstreams implementing technology-enabled business solutions for clients
• Experience in presales activities, including proposals and RFP responses
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) for deliverables and presentations
• Functional experience with core finance processes (planning, budgeting, forecasting, costing)

Skills

* Required skills