Lead Specialist, Portfolio Manager

Requisition Number: 114489 - 87Description:KPMG Advisory practice is currently our fastest growing practice. We are seeing tremendous client demand, and looking forward we do not anticipate that slowing down. In this ever-changing market environment, our professionals must be adaptable and thrive in a collaborative, team-driven culture. At KPMG, our people are our number one priority. With a wealth of learning and career development opportunities, a world-class training facility and leading market tools, we make sure our people continue to grow both professionally and personally. If you're looking for a firm with a strong team connection where you can be your whole self, have an impact, advance your skills, deepen your experiences, and have the flexibility and access to constantly find new areas of inspiration and expand your capabilities, then consider a career in Advisory.KPMG is currently seeking a Lead Specialist, Project Portfolio Manager in Deal Advisory and Strategy Analytics for our Deal Advisory practice.Responsibilities:• Aggregate and analyze project status data from various development teams, utilizing project management software to ensure timely and efficient progress across all analytics, data, and AI projects• Develop and maintain comprehensive status reports that track the success, adoption, and challenges of deploying data, analytics, and AI tools within the organization, providing actionable insights to stakeholders• Design and implement standardized reporting templates and dashboards to regularly update leadership and stakeholders on project portfolio performance, milestones, and risk factors• Facilitate communication between technical teams and senior leadership, ensuring clear understanding of project goals, progress, and outcomes from a large portfolio of data, analytics, and AI solution development• Evaluate and improve project management processes and tools continuously to enhance efficiency, communication, and alignment with strategic goals in the rapidly evolving fields of deal advisory, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate strategy services• Lead cross-functional project review meetings to assess progress, address bottlenecks, and plan for future project phases in alignment with organizational priorities and resource availabilityQualifications:• Minimum five years of recent experience in project portfolio management or a similar role within a technology, analytics, or AI-driven environment• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in business management, information technology, computer science, or a related field; a professional certification in project management such as PMP and Agile Certified Practitioner preferred• Strong proficiency in project management software and tools, with hands-on experience in Agile methodologies and platforms such as Azure DevOps, JIRA, or GitHub• Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to articulate complex technical information to non-technical senior leadership and stakeholders• Demonstrated capability to develop effective, clear, and concise reporting frameworks and dashboards for tracking project portfolio performance• Highly organized, analytical thinker with a track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, preferably within consulting, deal advisory, mergers and acquisitions, or corporate strategy sectors• Ability and willingness to travel as needed• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the futureKPMG complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. If required, the ranges displayed below or via the URL below are specifically for those potential hires who will work in the location(s) listed. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, the firm is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG provides Personal Time Off per fiscal year. Additionally, each year the firm publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year and provides two firmwide breaks each year where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off; one is at year end and the other is around the July 4th holiday. Additional details about our benefits can be found towards the bottom of our KPMG US Careers site at ' Benefits & How We Work '.Follow this link to obtain salary ranges by city outside of CA:https://kpmg.com/us/en/how-we-work/pay-transparency.html/?id=M150DA_3_24KPMG LLP (the U.S. member firm of KPMG International) offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The attached link contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please.KPMG does not currently require partners or employees to be fully vaccinated or test negative for COVID-19 in order to go to KPMG offices, client sites or KPMG events, except when mandated by federal, state or local law. In some circumstances, clients also may require proof of vaccination or testing (e.g., to go to the client site).KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. 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